Adapted Quote by Arie de Geus
“Once a company has adapted to a new environment, it is no longer the organization it used to be; it has evolved. That is the essence of learning.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Living Company, 1995
Adaptation transforms an organization’s identity; learning is the engine of evolution.
In simple terms: Learning changes the organization.
Foster continuous learning.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- corporate restructuring
- innovation
- culture building
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does learning mean for your team?
- How can you preserve identity while evolving?
Change can erode core values if unmanaged.