Asked by Linzy Castillo on Jul 03, 2024
The 1970s saw an increase in confrontations between management and labor due to worker dissatisfaction with repetitive and narrowly defined jobs as well as work line speedups and confrontational discipline.
Work Line Speedups
Increases in the pace at which workers are expected to perform their tasks, often leading to heightened stress and potential safety risks.
Confrontational Discipline
A disciplinary approach focusing on punitive measures to address and correct employee misconduct or behavior issues.
- Evaluate the connection between principles of scientific management and contemporary issues in employment relations.
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate the connection between principles of scientific management and contemporary issues in employment relations.