Which of the following strategies can American manufacturers follow to survive the drain of manufacturing operations to other countries?
a. develop cutting-edge technologies that are difficult to replicate
b. reduce prices
c. switch to new products that are not manufactured elsewhere
d. reduce quality with a view to reduce costs
b. reduce prices
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Volvo ended its mechanistic approach--where people worked separately on a production line, specializing in one task--by creating a new design in which a group of highly skilled employees worked together to assemble the cars using a collection of parts. As a result, people no longer felt like they were “machines” and became more motivated, productive, and effective. This is an example of which organizational development intervention?
A. sociotechnical system design B. task–technology C. quality of worklife D. people-focused
Why are individuals willing to work harder than required for leaders that invest in high quality relationships with them?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
The disclosure requirements of SFAS No. 132 pertain to both pensions and OPEBs where applicable.
To begin asserting her authority, Isabella might try which one of the following tactics?
A) Give the group a small lecture about gender egalitarianism, and explain that she is from the United States, not China. B) Say to the group, "I understand that my job might seem a little unusual, but I am the production supervisor sent here to work with you. I want to help you because you are an honored customer." C) Explain that although she is the manufacturing supervisor sent to fix the problem, she is flexible enough to carry out such roles as serving coffee and tea at the meeting. D) Say to the group, "You are an honored customer and our company wants to fix your problem. But I suggest that we cancel our meeting, and I will return after your management team has completed diversity training."