The State of Change: The 2025 ECLC Annual Report

Organizations are driving more transformation initiatives than ever, but results continue to fall short. While transformation is a strategic priority, execution remains the biggest challenge.

This report consolidates insights from 110 of the world’s leading transformation executives driving large-scale change in the most complex global organizations. It provides a data-backed look at the current state of organizational change, including challenges, strategies, and emerging trends. Inside, you'll find:

• Key statistics on change management effectiveness across industries

• The most common roadblocks to successful change execution

• Actionable strategies to overcome challenges and drive smoother transitions

• Expert insights on leveraging technology and data to scale transformation