“Building learning organizations requires basic changes in thinking and behaviour that overturn conventional and reactionary beliefs. Shifting from a fragmented, competitive and reactive organization to one that is systemic, cooperative and creative also requires a ‘Galilean shift’ toward building ‘communities of commitment.’ In this regard, commitment goes beyond personal loyalty to include a commitment to societal changes through one’s organization.”
Fred Kofman & Peter Senge on Communities of Commitment: The Heart of Learning Organizations.