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Purpose In implementing evolutionary or revolutionary change, considering people-related issues is critical. Based on the shared mental model and occupational stress theory, this study attempted to clarify the relationship between change perception and change commitment by investigating the moderating effect of organizational-level SMM and individual-level work stress. Design/methodology/approach This research tested the direct cross-level effect of change perception on change commitment, and the cross-level moderation analysis. The data collected from small and medium-sized enterprises in Taiwan, and sampled 1,201 employees in 267 firms. Findings Change perception would relate positively to change commitment. Moreover, the shared mental model positively moderated the relationship between change perception and change commitment. In addition, a significant negative-moderated relationship is found. There is a positive relationship between change perception and change commitment at low level of work stress. ...