I believe the issue isn't necessarily with the organization itself, but rather with the inherent nature of most individuals who may not actively seek improvement or introspection. Many people tend to gravitate towards comfort and familiarity, resisting change even when it's beneficial
After all, an organization is ultimately a reflection of its people.
Sometimes people need direction and for that direction having a visionary leadership team and having strong middle managers become extremely necessary.
This is my thinking, people hate change. It explains so much of human behavior.
Natural selection would say that those that can handle change well are the ones whose genes will likely carry on. But that does not mean that they want to handle change.
After all, an organization is ultimately a reflection of its people.
Sometimes people need direction and for that direction having a visionary leadership team and having strong middle managers become extremely necessary.