A Study on Employees' Adaptability to Rapid Organizational Change towards Kothari Sugars and Chemicals Ltd at Trichy

Abstract

Employee adaptability to rapid organizational change is a critical determinant of organizational success in dynamic industries. This study examines the level and nature of employee adaptability at Kothari Sugars and Chemicals Ltd (KSCL), Trichy a leading sugar and chemical manufacturing company in Tamil Nadu. The sugar and chemical industry is undergoing significant transformation driven by technological modernization, automation, and regulatory compliance, making adaptability a key workforce competency. A descriptive research design was adopted, with primary data collected through a structured questionnaire from 123 employees across various departments. Secondary data was sourced from books, journals, and company records. Statistical tools including Simple Percentage Analysis, Chi-Square Test, Correlation Analysis, and One-Way ANOVA were employed to analyze the data. Findings reveal that Technological Change (34.1%) is the most prevalent form of organizational change at KSCL. Training (r = 0.712) and Leadership Support (r = 0.684) emerged as the strongest drivers of employee adaptability. ANOVA confirmed that experienced employees demonstrate significantly higher satisfaction levels (F = 5.82, p < 0.05). The study concludes that employee adaptability is a cultivated competency requiring strategic investment in training, leadership, and communication, and offers targeted recommendations for improving change management practices at KSCL.