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Corporate Social Responsibility, By Chantelle Daka Id Number
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
By Chantelle Daka ID Number:26267
CONTENTS
Contents 2
Introduction 2
About CSR 4
How it is connected to the strategic purpose of an organisation 4
Result of CSR in reference to various stake holder group expectation's (good and poor cases) 6
Conclusion 8
Bibliography 9
INTRODUCTION
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) also known as corporate conscience and corporate citizenship
according to Investopedia (2014). It is becoming a hugely applied concept and is a central area in
business decision making (Cochran, 2007).
According to the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (2014) CSR is described as
the ongoing commitment by organisations/businesses to contribute to the economic development
while improving the quality of life of the stake holders as well as the community and society as a
whole. CSR involves organisations going beyond focusing entirely on how to maximize profits, to
being more committed to building a better society.
Social progress, economic development/production and environmental preservation are the three
fundamental keys to sustainable development. While there are various definitions on CSR, this
report will outline what is meant by the term "CSR" and how it is connected to the strategic purpose
of an organisation. It will also critically asses the results of CSR in reference to various stakeholder
expectation's looking at both good and bad
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Slavery in Chocolate Industry
Slavery in the Chocolate Industry Introduction The forced labour of children in the Ivorian cocoa
farms is at a distance from the glamourised candy producers such as Mars and Nestlé, and a universe
away from the day–to–day consumers of chocolate. That such a quixotic market shares a
commonality with the more exposed diamond market, for example, whose implication in the sale
and involvement of guns in tribal cleansing has long been documented, drives home the reminder
that our modern prosperity, usually reached and used with the best of consumer intentions, if not
also the corporate, and even our harmless, insignificant indulgences sometimes owe themselves to
an extremely complex source environment. In this paper we dissect the ... Show more content on
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This is, however, a perception; in a theoretical analysis it is important to make no assumptions and a
wealth of definitions. We will discuss the pragmatism of this perception. We must, of course, bear in
mind the 400–year–old theoretical and practical foundations of our continental economy – a
minimum of government interference in commerce, the benefit of competition in lowering prices
and raising quality for the consumer, and what Velasquez calls the pursuit of profit (37). Any
business 's survival must steer toward cost cutting and breakeven or net revenue. Smith 's theory of
free markets and utilitarianism (135–138) reminds us that this realpolitik approach to business is
what drives our individual welfare, which we want (137). Social Darwinism goes further to
associate capitalism with the summative advancement of society (141) though this may not equate to
its growing moral hygiene (142). While the United States is an advanced society that will do
relatively well even if it places moral concerns as an obstruction to trading with the West African
cocoa farmers, Ricardo 's theory prompts us that trade is still in the American interest (142).
Furthermore, many may argue that the minimum of a business is legality and not immorality (37).
While the United States outlaws human trafficking as well as Côte d 'Ivoire (51) the systemic and
human factors that mean the law is
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Globalization Has Affected Business Through Different Avenues
Globalisation has been a key issue in the 20th and 21st centuries and has continued to be a
controversial process throughout its existence. Globalisation has opened up borders so that all
countries can benefit from each other's wealth and endless materials and resources. International
business has accelerated in the past 30 years since the emergence of Brazil, Russia, India and
China's economies as they have played a key role in the growth of certain businesses. There are
many ways in which globalisation has facilitated the growth of international business and
throughout this essay, I plan to go through the various ways that globalisation has affected business
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Another definition is:
"The generalised expansion of international economic activity which includes increased
international trade, growth of international foreign investment and international migration, and
increased creation of technology among countries. Globalization is the increasing world–wide
integration of markets for goods, services, labour, and capital" (Federal Reserve Bank, 2004)
This gives a different perspective on the matter and highlights the fact that globalisation cannot be
easily defined.
To understand what international business is, we need to look at the definition, which is as follows:
"International Business conducts business transactions all over the world. These transactions include
the transfer of goods, services, technology, managerial knowledge, and capital to other countries.
International business involves exports and imports." (Kalyan, 2011)
From the above definitions, we are able to understand the question in more depth. We can see that
globalisation and international business are in some ways interconnected due to both having a
greater impact on international transactions in technology, goods, services and capital so they are
key to each other's success. Globalisation has consistently increased the amount of international
trade in goods and services, aiding the growth of international business because businesses are able
to transfer goods and services
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International Wto Theories Explain International Trade...
International economics
Module Code: BME 0003
Student name: Lamin Jatta
Student number: U1370065.
Introduction
International trade theories explain international trade patterns. Academics see trade as the
interdependence of states through the exchange of capital, goods, and services. International trade
has existed for thousands of years in the world. Its economic, political and social influence in the
world has begun rise. However, new trade theories include Porter 's diamond national competitive
advantage which focuses on modern trade concept. This paper will discuss Porter 's diamond
national competitive advantage and the extent to which their link to the new trade theories contrast
with the neoclassical view of trade. The author will then discuss how government policies could
influence trade pattern.
Adam smith criticised mercantilist assumption by saying that trade is a zero sum game.
Furthermore, smith argued that countries are different in their ability when it comes to efficient
production of goods which the country have an absolute advantage. Evidently, Smith maintain that
Countries should specialise in the production of goods they have more absolute advantage. Thus
David Ricardo theory of comparative advantage argued with that smith theory of absolute advantage
make sense when he rightly said countries should specialise in the production of goods it has more
absolute advantage. Grimwade (2000) Hecksher and Ohlin observe that comparative advantage
emerge from
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Analysis Of Micro And Macro Business Environment
Analysis of Micro and Macro Business Environment & Market Structure
Submitted by
Haleema Sadia
Student ID Number: 9740
ECONOMICS FOR BUSINESS
Post Graduate Strategic Diploma (Level 7)
Submitted to:
Finance and Technology Institute of London
2015
Activity one:
1.1Explain the importance of the micro–economic environment to business organisations:
Microeconomics looks at how individual players in the economy, such as households and firms,
interact. It focuses on the impact that their economic choices have on the allocation of scarce
resources to meet unlimited demand. These interactions match what one party wants or demands in
economic term and what the other gives in exchange (supply). Each time someone buys a chocolate
bar from a newsagent or undertakes the morning paper round, there's an interaction between supply
and demand (ESRC).
(P) Demand curve Equilibrium point of D&S Supply curve
(Q)
Fig1.1: equilibrium of consumer demand curve and firm's supply The Above picture clearly
illustrate that where the Demand and supply curves intersect, that is called equilibrium point of
demand and supply where consumer demand is equal to supply from firms or production sector and
Q shows quantity and P shows price.
The collective way of all the decisions on demand and supply, use of resources and opportunity
costs made by millions of people or firms sets the price for goods, services, assets and labour
demand and supply therefore form the main principle
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Human Resources at ASDA
Task 1 i) The Human Resource Management or personnel function of ASDA covers a variety of
activities. The term 'Human Resource Management' has largely replaced the old–fashioned word
'personnel', which was used in the past. The types of work covered in the Human resource function
might include the following: ·A Policy–making role – This is important because the Human
resourcesdepartment need to be making big policies thatcover the place of work and the importance
of thepeople in ASDA. ·A Welfare role – The welfare role concerned with taking care ofpeople in
the work place including their needs. ·A Supporting role – This role is concerned with helping
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The reporting of injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations 1985 (RIDDOR).
RIDDOR set out that injuries resulting from accidents at work where an employee is incapacitated
for three or more days must be reported to the authorities within seven days. Injuries involving
fatalities must be notified immediately by the most practical means (e.g. by phone). Listed diseases
must also be notified. ASDA will, keep statistics on both minor accidents at work (i.e. ones however
minor that involve some form of first aid) and accidents that have to be reported to the authorities
under RIDDOR. ASDA will want to keep internal statistics to make sure that undesirable trends do
not occur. In the course of time ASDA will want to see accident levels falling. Accident rates can be
calculated simply as the number of accidents per year within a chosen unit (team, firm, industry,
etc...). In calculating accident rates in ASDA, the most accurate method is to calculate the statistics
according to each employee working in the industry or per hour worked by employees in the
industry. This is because some industries employ far more people than others and because the
numbers employed change over time. Age, skills and training ASDA will have a range of employees
who have worked for different lengths of time and who have different levels of skills and training.
The Human Resource planner will
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Organization Structure and Culture
Organizational Structures and Culture
By Duncan Roy Wood Submitted to Dr David Chu
Contents
Title page
Introduction
1. Organisational Structure and Culture
1. Compare and Contrast Organisational Structure
2. Relationship between an Organisation's Structure and Culture and Effects on Business
Performance
3. Factors that Influence Individual Behaviour at Work
2. Approaches to Management and Leadership
1. How Organisational Theory Underpins Principles and Practices of Organising and of
Management
2. Different Approaches to Management and Theories of Organisations
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There are few regulations for employees to follow, and supervision is loose because management
believes that its employees are hardworking and trustworthy. Organisation A, will make efficient use
of employee skills, less between job downtime increases productivity. Specialized training is more
efficient. They can have specialized equipment by using high specialization. This company will
increase organisation efficiency by using span of control. Organisation B, encourage innovation,
when a work group is given a task or project to complete. Innovation might come from the
interchange of ideas between group members. Organizing project work around individuals can
suffer a lack of co–ordination and co–operation. This company will increase organisation efficiency
by using span of control.
2. Relationship between an Organisation's Structure and Culture and Effects on Business
Performance.
Management in an organisation might take the view that to be successful, the organisation must be
innovative, and continually look for new markets, new and better products and improved processes.
Organisational structure is to ensure effective communication between various parts of the company,
as well as to increase co–ordination between different departments.
The pre–bureaucratic structure, which is mainly known for lacking a structure that standardizes
tasks. This set up is great for small businesses, and ones that don't have many repeat
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Globalization or Glocalisation? Networks, Territories and...
Globalisation or 'Glocalisation'? Networks, Territories and Rescaling Erik Swyngedouw University
of Oxford Abstract This paper argues that the alleged process of globalisation should be recast as a
process of 'glocalisation'. 'Glocalisation' refers to the twin process whereby, firstly,
institutional/regulatory arrangements shift from the national scale both upwards to supra–national or
global scales and downwards to the scale of the individual body or to local, urban or regional
configurations and, secondly, economic activities and inter–firm networks are becoming
simultaneously more localised/regionalised and transnational. In particular, attention will be paid to
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Crucial to this argument is the idea that social life is process based, in a state of perpetual change,
transformation and reconfiguration (see Harvey 1996). Starting analysis from a given geographical
scale, such as the local, regional, national or global, seems to me, therefore, to be deeply
antagonistic to apprehending the world in a dynamic, process–based manner. This has profound
implications for the significance of spatial scale. I conceive scalar configurations as the outcome of
socio–spatial processes that regulate and organise social power relations, such as the contested
making and remaking of the European Union or the process of state devolution or decentralisation.
The emergence of new territorial scales of governance and the redefinition of existing scales (like
the nation–state) change the regulation and organisation of social, political and economic power
relations. Over the past few years, a plethora of research has been
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Organization Structure and Culture
Organizational Structures and Culture By Duncan Roy Wood Submitted to Dr David Chu Contents
Title page Introduction 1. Organisational Structure and Culture 1. Compare and Contrast
Organisational Structure 2. Relationship between an Organisation's Structure and Culture and
Effects on Business Performance 3. Factors that Influence Individual Behaviour at Work 2.
Approaches to Management and Leadership 1. How Organisational Theory Underpins Principles
and Practices of Organising and of Management 2. Different Approaches to Management and
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Psychological factors, a psychological thinking is a person's set of expectations regarding what he or
she will contribute to the organisation and what the organisation in return will provide to the
indivdual. An individual's contributions to an organisation include such things as effort, skills,
ability, time and loyalty. Organisations provide inducements to individuals in the form of tangible
and intangible rewards. Self esteem is the extent to which a person believes that he or she is a
worthwhile and deserving individual. Motivation is the set of forces that cause people to engage in
one behaviour rather than some alternative behaviour, consider for example – the Manchester United
football manager Sir Alex Ferguson. He is probably classed as one of the best and most successful
managers in the world. Far from football, motivation clearly plays a pivotal role in Ferguson's quest
to remain at the upper echelon of his profession. Ferguson is old, so he as done a great deal, he's rich
so he's not money motivated,so why does he continue. Perhaps his motivation comes from wanting
to achieve immortality as a top class football manager within the club he has been with for many
years. Only Ferguson knows why he's truly motivated. There are lots of factors influencing
individuals at work, such as psychological factors, motivation leadership, etc. If we want to be
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Shortage Of Skilled Among South Australia At Present And...
Why is there a shortage of skilled chefs in South Australia? Abstract This report identifies the
reasons for shortage of skilled chefs in South Australia at present and looks at future demand and
evaluates the need to attract international chef migrants to fulfil the demand. Skill shortages in the
food service sector, specifically chefs has been an ongoing matter of concern in regional Australia
which includes South Australia. Low apprentice and trainee wages has often been seen to explain
the ongoing problem.
Unpleasant working conditions, poor quality training, a lack of support and low wages are
contributing to both non–completion and a high degree of dissatisfaction. In addition, the increase in
tourism and sporting events has increased the demand for skilled international migrant chefs since
the local labour market is unable to fulfil this shortage. Introduction The skills shortage in Australia
has long been a topic in economic and political circles. Chefs have been in short supply since 1999
(Jericho 2014). Chef occupation has always been on the skilled occupation list of the Department of
Immigration and border protection.
Non completion of apprenticeships and traineeships is one of the main reasons due to which there is
a skill shortage, especially in regional areas such as South Australia ( Snell & Hart 2014, p. 51). The
shortage of skilled chefs has created a need for attracting overseas migrants.
South Australia is fast becoming an international tourist
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Hotel Thesis
Executive summary Comprehensive sectoral analysis of emerging competencies and economic
activities in the European Union Lot 12: Hotels and restaurants Executive summary Submitted to the
European Commission; Employment, Social Affairs and Equal Opportunities DG April 2009
Executive Summary Main economic and employment trends The Hotels and restaurants sector is a
highly labour intensive service sector employing nearly nine million persons across the EU. A large
part of the sector is closely linked to the dynamics of the tourism economy; in terms of turnover the
Hotels and restaurants sector counts for more than 70% of the EU tourism sector. The Hotels and
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Number of persons employed in Europe, USA and Japan Hotels and restaurants 12000000 10000000
8000000 6000000 4000000 2000000 0 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 Europe USA Japan
Source: Eurostat.eu; US Bureau of Labour Statistics; Japanese Statistics Bureau Finally, when
looking at the different occupational groups of the Hotels and restaurants sector, some differences
can be traced between the new and the old Member States. The old Member States (EU15) have
significantly more managers of small enterprises than the new Member States, implying that the
importance of SMEs is greater in the EU15. The core occupational group of the sector is the service
workers and shop and market sales workers, comprising more than half of the total employment in
the sector. Changes in the share of occupations from 2000 to 2007 are very small, making it hard to
identify 3 20 20 06 major trends. There seems to be a slight tendency however, of service workers
making up a decreasing share of the total sectoral employment. Employment by occupation of total
sectoral employment (%) NACE H55 Hotels and restaurants 2000 ISCO Occupation Managers of
small entreprises Other legislators, senior officials and managers Professionals, technicians and
associate professionals Clerks Service workers and shop and market sales workers Crafts and related
trades workers Elementary occupations Source:
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7s Model
7S MODEL OF KRAFT FOODS LTD:(source: google) Staff Their company employs more than
98,000 people in 70 countries. They have hundreds of facilities worldwide, including office, plants,
sales and distribution centres. They are committed to creating an environment where their people do
their best work, contribute to Kraft's success, and manage their work life. They believe that people
develop on the job by doing stimulating and challenging work, learning from others, and receiving
feedback. Their employees realize their potential through development, coaching, mentoring, and
training programs. Their Workforce Their business teams require a variety of thought, energy and
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All three groups will work together in alignment with the company's five global consumer sectors –
Beverages, Snacks, Cheese and Dairy, Convenient Meals, and Grocery. [pic] Share values Their
Purpose and Values: Make today delicious. That's their higher purpose. At Kraft Foods, delicious is
their difference. Consumers inspire us. To make today delicious, they begin with their consumers.
The listen, they watch and they learn. They understand their joys and their challenges because
they're consumers too What do they do? They make delicious food one can feel good about.
Whether watching their weight or preparing to celebrate, grabbing a quick bite or sitting down to
family night, they pour their hearts into creating foods that are wholesome and delicious. Their
research: They believe they can make a delicious difference, everywhere. They're constantly looking
for fresh ideas to improve their workplace, their partnerships, their communities and their world.
How do they behave? They understand that actions speak louder than words, so at Kraft Foods:
They inspire trust. They act like owners. They keep it simple. They are open and inclusive. They tell
it like it is. They lead from the head and the heart. They discuss. They decide. They deliver. How do
they grow? They focus on creating sustainable, profitable growth. And their strategies guide their
efforts: Build a
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Trade Union Movement in India
5 Trade Union Development UNIT 4 TRADE UNION DEVELOPMENT and Functions AND
FUNCTIONS Objectives After going through this unit, you should be able to understand: l the
growth and development of trade unions in India, and l the functions and problems of trade unions.
Structure 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Origin and Growth of Trade Unions 4.3 Development of Trade
Unions in India 4.4 Indian Unions Today 4.5 The Trade Unions Act: Legal Framework for Trade
Unions 4.6 Functions of Trade Unions 4.7 Strengthening of Trade Unions 4.8 Summary 4.9 Self–
Assessment Questions 4.10 Further Readings Appendices 4.1 INTRODUCTION Trade Unions have
become an integral and powerful factor in the contemporary system of production and distribution
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It is this realisation that sowed the seeds of collective bargaining which later resulted in trade
unionism. The workers, working under a common employer, faced common problems and common
tasks. They developed common sentiments, and organised themselves into associations which could
meet the employers on a basis of equality. The inchoate labour organisations had to cross many
hurdles before they could develop into fullfledged stable trade unions. There were internal
dissentions, persistent and determined opposition from the employers, merciless persecution and
suppression by the state (For example, in England, France, Germany and the United States,
combinations of workmen per se were declared illegal), and the full–throated condemnation of trade
unionism by the advocates of free competition and laissez–faire. In spite of these efforts at
suppression, trade unions continued to grow, sometimes working underground and sometimes
openly. They continued to defy the laws prohibiting the combination of workmen (Combination
Acts of 1799 and 1800 in Great Britain, for example) and the judicial pronouncements (particularly,
the judgement in the Philadelphia Cordwainers Case of 1806 in the United States) against the
combinations of workmen. Under incessant pressures from the workers and their organisations, the
law and the attitude of the courts gradually came to be modified. The history of the trade union
movement everywhere is a history of blood,
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Business Environment
MODULE –3 Business Around Us
Notes
3
BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT nderstanding the environment within which the business has to
operate is very important for running a business unit successfully at any place. Because, the
environmental factors influence almost every aspect of business, be it its nature, its location, the
prices of products, the distribution system, or the personnel policies. Hence it is important to learn
about the various components of the business environment, which consists of the economic aspect,
the socio–cultural aspects, the political framework, the legal aspects and the technological aspects
etc. In this chapter, we shall learn about the concept of business environment, its nature and
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It is very difficult to predict the exact nature of future happenings and the changes in economic and
social environment. . (e) Business Environment differs from place to place, region to region and
country to country. Political conditions in India differ from those in Pakistan. Taste and values
cherished by people in India and China vary considerably.
Notes
3.1.2 IMPORTANCE OF BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
There is a close and continuous interaction between the business and its environment. This
interaction helps in strengthening the business firm and using its resources more effectively. As
stated above, the business environment is multifaceted, complex, and dynamic in nature and has a
far–reaching impact on the survival and growth of the business. To be more specific, proper
understanding of the social, political, legal and economic environment helps the business in the
following ways: (a) Determining Opportunities and Threats: The interaction between the business
and its environment would identify opportunities for and threats to the business. It helps the business
enterprises for meeting the challenges successfully. (b) Giving Direction for Growth: The interaction
with the environment leads to opening up new frontiers of growth for the business firms. It enables
the business to identify the areas for growth and expansion of their activities. (c) Continuous
Learning: Environmental analysis makes the task of managers easier in dealing with business
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Hrm in Japan, Usa and Europe
INTRODUCTION The concept of human resource management has attracted considerable attention
over the last two decades from scholars and practitioners alike. While part of the debate has centered
on its application and theoretical underpinnings, the other has been on its prescriptive value for the
survival of organizations in a turbulent and a volatile business environment. More recently, the issue
of whether to situate the HRM debate in the organizational or the international context has arisen.
This is because organizational responses such as delayering, empowerment, work intensification,
flexibility and redundancy appear to have gained as much weight as the macro–environmental
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In pursuit of such short–term profit goals, American firms emphasized cost reduction measures such
as removal of discretionary expenditures like training and research and reducing employee
headcount. Apart from differences in values, the emergence of HRM is further attributed to the
pressures experienced in the product markets during the 1980–1982 recession in the United States of
America; the decline of trade unionism; challenges emanating from overseas competitors especially
Japan and declining rates of innovation in American industries .These developments sparked the
desire to create a free work situation in which the employer and employee worked towards the same
goal – the success of the organization. Elsewhere in Europe, the emergence of HRM has been linked
to the internationalization of competition as a result of gradual reduction of barriers to trade globally
and the reform of the public sector involving privatization of state corporations that had the effect of
marginalizing trade unions. Pinnington & Edwards (2000), explain that in the UK in particular, such
change was meant to introduce a business and market culture into a bureaucratic and an inefficient
public sector and stimulate competition, which the UK was losing to the rest of Europe. The
government engineered political as well as economic
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Primark Corporate Social Responsibility
UK: Primark cuts three suppliers following child labour claims A News item from Business Respect,
Issue Number 130, dated 17 Jun 2008 UK clothing retailer Primark has ended its contracts with
three suppliers in India following allegations channelled through a BBC documentary that they used
child labour to finish garments with embroidery and sequin work. The company said that the work
had been improperly sub–contracted against the company's code of conduct, and it had taken action
accordingly. It said that the clothes affected accounted for around 0.04% of its product sourcing.
Primark's code completely forbids the use of child labour in its supply chain, whether directly by
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Primark stressed that it had taken swift action as a result of the investigations. "As soon as Primark
was made aware of the facts, the company acted immediately, cancelling all new orders with the
factories concerned and withdrawing from sale the embroidered garments involved," it said. George
Weston, the ABF chief executive, added that Primark "would normally work with suppliers to fix
practices we don't like", but that the three suppliers in Tirapur had been guilty of "wholesale
deception". Such robust condemnations are a sign of the public relations issues raised by offshore
manufacturing. In response to growing public repugnance at sweatshop labour, ethical concerns
have shot up the retail agenda. All members of the British Retail Consortium, which represents 80
per cent of the country's retailers, have signed up to the independently audited Ethical Trading
Initiative. The code of practice covers such issues as the free choice of employment, the right to
collective bargaining, safe working conditions and payment of a living wage. "The ideas that
workers in these countries are worse off because British companies are doing business with them is
just wrong," said a spokesman for the BRC. "These are attractive jobs, which are well paid, and that
is why people choose to do them." Ethical concerns are by no means restricted to retail. Some 90
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Human Rights And The Right Of Humanity And Eradicate Human...
Basya–Tamra A U Hall
University of the People
Globalization
POLS 1503
April 26, 2016
Abstract
Human rights organization, groups or institutions work to protect the right of humanity and eradicate
human rights abuses. Some of these institutions, groups or organization are specific to the type,
nature and extent of the human rights law, they deal with, while others tackle issues relating to the
whole. The latter is usually a very active group as human rights in many ways are affected by the
whole process of globalization and capitalism. It is true that the most effect human rights agents are
non–government related. This paper will look at one such non–governmental organization (NGO),
Anti–Slavery International (ASI). The particulars of the discourse will entail: a brief summary of
past work, and, a look into one of their current projects on slavery of overseas domestic workers.
The paper will share briefly the mission of the organization, a summary of the work they have done
for the aforementioned group, share in brief why their work was necessary; as well as, challenges
they encountered on the project (campaign) and general, briefly.
Keywords: Human rights, Slavery, Protect, Domestic workers
The issue of human rights has become more prevalent globally since World War II (WW II).
Numerous institutions, groups, individuals, and organizations have dedicated time, money and effort
into seeking to address and solving problems related to human rights, some, to the peril and
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foundation of HRM
The employment relationship is the context within which intricate interactions between employees,
who may be unionised, and employers are conducted, both collectively and individually (Kelly,
1998 cited in Rose, 2004 p.6) Potential for conflict between employee and employer interests
Unequal nature of the employment contract The ways in which the employment relationship is
regulated The employment contract: Lecture aim: to examine the inequality of the employment
contract to outline the duties upon employer and employee within the employment contract to
explain the indeterminate nature of the employment contract The Contract of Employment: A
relationship of equals? The contract of employment 'exhibits an individualism which ... Show more
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"..the employment contract is indeterminate. In a commercial contract a product or service is
supplied for a price. In the labour contract, the worker sells an ability to work, which is translated
into actual labour only during the course of the working day. Expectations about standards of
performance have to built up during the process of production." (Edwards, 2003:14) Analysing the
Employment Contract: The employment contract reflects, particularly in the status of the implied
terms (duties), the power relationships between employer and employee (to the extent that it protects
managerial rights) 'the actual operation of legal rights in the workplace depends on the power,
knowledge and organisation of the parties as well as on the statute book' (Edwards, 2003:15)
Competing Ideologies: Perspectives at work Perspective is a term that may be used interchangeably
with frame of reference or ideology It describes a set of underpinning ideas and beliefs that informs
an individual 's assumptions about how society operates and influences their attitudes and behaviour
(Blyton and Jenkins, 2007,p.166) Perspectives at work: "how people regard the nature of different
interests and the distribution of power and control in the employment relationship" (ibid.) Pluralism
Mainstream political and industrial relations theory in 1960s and 1970s Unitary Long standing set of
ideas which have regained
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Organizational Management and Leadership Essay
INTRODUCTION
Domains 1 through 6, describe the processes involved in identifying, planning, developing,
delivering, marketing and managing the finances competitively when introducing an engineering
product or service. Domain 7 and 8 of the Guide to the Engineering Management Body of
Knowledge, present research in the Philosophies of Leadership, Management of Organisations and
the professional responsibility, ethics and legal issues involved.
The function of management involves being concerned with the activities of others in the
organisation. Relationships between suppliers and customers create value chains. Management
philosophy has developed and it is accepted that there are too many factors involved in determining
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5. The Decision Theory School, identifies and estimates the probability of occurrence of a situation
and the various possible out–comes . In combination with the application of various strategies
against each possible out–come, decision rules are then applied to select the best strategy.
6. Scientific Management views workers and machines only slightly differently.
KA 2: MANAGING AND MOTIVATING KNOWLEDGE WORKERS
On the 5 Element Integrated Management Model, People Orientation is an important element of
Management. The Human Behaviour School provides people oriented management theories such as:
1. McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y which assumes two types of workers:
a. In Theory X, workers must be coerced to work, are lazy and want security above all else.
b. In Theory Y, workers are dedicated to organisational objectives and will exercise self–control in
order to achieve them.
c. Also these theories are self–fulfilling in that as the manager's attitude and assumptions are, so
becomes the performance of employees.
2. Maslow's "Hierarchy of Human Needs" which assumes a five level hierarchy, where the needs are
achievable from the bottom–up, only if all needs, at each level, are satisfied.
3. Herzberg's research on professionals identifies Motivators/Satisfiers and Hygienes/Dis–Satisfiers.
Motivators are the most effective way to extract higher performance from people. Hygienes must be
kept at an
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Essay on The Development of Trade Unions for the Unskilled
The Development of Trade Unions for the Unskilled The 'new model unions' were for the skilled
workers and only covered a small section of the working class which meant a great mass of
unskilled and semi–skilled workers remained largely unorganised this was with exceptions of the
Miners' National Union and the Agricultural Labourers' Union. During the 1880s the unskilled
workers were organised into what is called 'new unionism'. These new unions' main features were
that they charged minimal subscriptions and adopted a much more militant stance towards the
employers; this meant that the unions were prepared to use the strike weapon to gain their
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The revival of socialism was also important to the development of trade unions for the unskilled as a
number of individual socialists inspired a number of the strikes which took place during the 1880s.
The successful strikes which took place in 1888–9 saw the turning point for the unskilled and semi–
skilled workers. In 1888 Annie Besant investigated the working conditions of female labour at
Bryant and May's factory in East London. Here she found low wages, girls suffering from
phosphorus poisoning and a harsh regime of rules and regulations. Mrs Besant organised The
Match–Makers Unions which came out on strike and eventually the girls won an increase in wages
and some of the rules were relaxed. This successful strike encouraged other unions to take on their
employers. In 1889 Will Thorne , a member of the Social Democratic Federation, assisted by
Eleanor Marx, formed the Gas workers' and General Labourers' Union. Thorne organised a strike at
the Becton Gas–works and demanded a change from two 12–hour shifts to three 8 hour shifts. The
employers agreed to the demand and an increase in wages. The summer of 1889 however saw the
greatest struggle. In London's dockland the dockers were being badly paid and demoralised until
Ben Tillett organised them into making a number of demands of the employers. Tillett prepared for a
long strike and was joined by
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Essay On Unionism In South Africa
Collectivism, Unionisation and Union Influence: A decline? An investigation into the attitudes and
perceptions of South African unionised employees in a single trade union. Shenaz Sheik Submitted
in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree Masters– Industrial/Organisational
Psychology (M.Soc.Sci) School of Psychology University of Kwa–Zulu Natal Howard College
Supervisor: Mr. Dean Isaacs A decline in collectivism, unionisation and union influence? 1 Table
of Contents 1. Chapter 1 1.1 Introduction 6 6 2. Chapter 2 2.1 Theoretical Framework– Literature
Review 2.1.1 Unitarism 2.1.2 Pluralism 2.1.3 Marxism 2.1.4 Collectivism and Individualism 2.1.5
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In perspective, further research has suggested that collective approaches to grievances in the
workplace are fading away because workers are perhaps becoming more individualised in their
working patterns and in their general dealings with employment relations (Deery & Walsh, 1999). In
line with this, are South African unionised employees then becoming less committed to their union
membership and the values of collectivism? In light of the above, an exploration into the mind–set
of unionised employees towards collectivism and individualism is therefore useful. This study
attempted to explore the attitudes and perceptions of South African unionised employees toward
collectivism. In this regard the study endeavoured to investigate the extent to which the 21st
centuries human resource and industrial relations practices are capable of reducing unionised
employees‟ collectivist work orientations. It aimed to firstly unpack and understand the perceptions
and attitudes of unionised employees toward their trade unions, second to determine the factors that
affect an individual‟s preparedness to involve themselves in and partake in the daily activities of the
union‟s internal organisation and thirdly the underlying reasons of union members‟ willingness to
partake in industrial action. The findings of the study are based on research generated through the
undertakings of interviews with eight
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A Collection Of Experiences, Skills And Knowledge Gained...
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A collection of experiences, skills and knowledge gained during an international law internship in
Cambodia
7 December 2014– 20 February 2015
by
Sabrina Caldalano
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On 7th December 2014 I undertook an 11–week internship in Cambodia with the Jesuit Refugee
Service. The internship was arranged through Macquarie University's Participation and Community
Engagement (PACE) program, and undertaken for academic credit as part of the Bachelor of Laws
study program.
Australian Volunteers International (AVI) partnered with PACE to offer logistical assistance and
student training. Pre and post departure training involved modules such as working ethically in
developing countries, building cultural sensitivity, and developing self–care practices. In–country
training modules included Cambodia's history, current political and social movements, and law and
governance in Cambodia. Weekly Khmer language lessons were also undertaken while in
Cambodia.
The internship was offered to twelve law students who demonstrated academic competency and a
broad range of personal attributes including interpersonal and communication skills, commitment to
teamwork, cultural sensitivity, leadership, personal drive and motivation. The internship was
predominately based in Phnom Penh, and involved travel to Siam Reap, Battambang, and Ratanakiri
provinces.
This portfolio documents the work undertaken and knowledge gained while conducting legal
research at the Jesuit Refugee Service. It
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The Priorities And Objectives Of COMESA
Priorities and Objectives of COMESA The Treaty establishing COMESA binds together free
independent sovereign States which have agreed to co–operate in exploiting their natural and human
resources for the common good of all their people. In attaining that goal, COMESA recognises that
peace, security and stability are basic factors in providing investment, development, trade and
regional economic integration. Experience has shown that civil strives; political instabilities and
cross–border disputes in the region have seriously affected the ability of the countries to develop
their individual economies as well as their capacity to participate and take full advantage of the
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The aims and objectives of COMESA have been designed so as to remove the structural and
institutional weaknesses in the member States by pooling their resources together in order to sustain
their development efforts either individually or collectively. These are as follows: to attain
sustainable growth and development of the member States by promoting a more balanced and
harmonious development of its production and marketing structures; to promote joint development
in all fields of economic activity and the joint adoption of macro –economic policies and
programmes; to raise the standard of living of its peoples, and to foster closer relations among its
member
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B120 EMA
B120 End–of–module assessment Question 1 a) In order to grow the business, I decided to complete
a STEEP and SWOT analysis evaluating Bremont's HRM, accounting and finance, and marketing
functions. I used my analysis table to identify how the internal and external environmental factors
relate to organization 's competitive position in relation to its competitors. S(ociological) – greater
numbers of low income groups, wider array of migrants from EU, inequality, geographic mobility,
employment, dependence economy, life expectancy rises significantly, Increased division in society
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Various competitors are entering in market And spy watches WEAKNESS RECOMMENDATION 1
Watchmaking training is a long time process Combining theory and practice with emphasis on
training. Making training diverse and interesting, avoid boredom. 2 It is a specialistic business that
needs specialistic staff; skills are rare in the market; difficult to find right, highly motivated staff
Implementing apprenticeship, recruiting highly qualified employees from countries with a weaker
economic situation 3 People cannot make power watches from scratch, creating something precise is
not only about money Make it more personal, team building, socialising, recognition, motivating,
making staff more involved and feel them contributing, constructive feedback. 4 Building up a
luxury brand having no experience in marketing Social networking, advertising campaigns, using
celebrities and local celebrities to wear Bremont's watches, seasonal offers while having the constant
one, implementing loyalty cards b) It is commonly known that different organisations have their
individual cultures. Culture describes who they are and what they stand for. It relates to the
organisation 's traditions, customs, beliefs, meanings, morals, ethics, norms, language, shared values
and practices. The business culture determines how people communicate within the company. There
are numerous factors affecting
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Significance Of Regulating Employee Relations
The significance of regulating employee relations cannot be underestimated. A cohesive workforce
and harmonious working environment are necessary ingredient for an organization that seeks to
grow its potential. As some of the important resources of a company, employees' welfare ought to be
of great concern to the company. Making the employee comfortable within the organization starts
with ensuring good relations among the workers. The possibilities of constant conflicts and potential
disputes at the workplace are enough to make employees resign to move to other companies.
Consequently, the high turnover rate damages the reputation of the company, further undermining
any growth prospects. Regulation of employee relations is a necessary initiative. In the international
spheres, the significance is emphasized by the diversification of cultures of the employees. In
managing employee relations at the international level, certain issues take precedent over
conventional approaches to employee relations. For instance, security would be a priority concern
for workers in a country ravaged by wars or political instability. Similarly, health becomes an
important issue in regions prone to constant epidemics. Failure to address such important issues may
lead to the departure of employees. The unique resource abilities of specific employees and their
potential to drive organizations to success, calls for strategic efforts and initiatives to retain them.
Maintaining foreign expatriates in
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Hrm-Ted Baker
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMNT HIGHER DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS (MANAGEMENT)
ASSIGNMENT 1 AARON HUGHES C00088546 TED BAKER BACKGROUND SUMMARY Ted
Baker is a British clothing retail company that was founded in 1987 by Ray Kelvin, who labels
himself "The closest man to Ted". In March 1988, his first store was opened in Glasgow, which was
quickly followed by three more stores, where he exclusively offered men's dress shirts, and offered
dry cleaning with ever shirt they sold. By 1996, Ted Baker had launched the Ted Baker woman &
Ted Baker lite lines in conjunction with opening more stores and starting wholesale trading in the
UK and America. In 1997, Ted Baker became a PLC trading and branded itself as "No Ordinary
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This includes government policies on taxation, wage structures, finance and an ethical code of
conduct with regards to public policy. Investorrelations (2010) breaks this into sub categories to Ted
Baker. * Operational Risks * Cost inflation may increase operating costs due to growth in payroll,
property & other costs. This is regularly monitored & a suitable solution is implemented if
necessary. * Infrastructure is assessed by the risk committee in future business growth. * Financial
Risks * Currency exchange rates and interest rates are dealt with by the Group Treasury to keep
within the internal framework. * Insurance cover has been taken out to cover any counterparty credit
risk. * Code of Conduct (TedBaker. (2010)) * Employees have to right to join or form trade unions.
* Wages and benefits will meet the minimum national legal standard. * Working conditions are
hygienic and safe, & no discrimination are practiced. Technology: (Gunnigle, P. Heraty, N. and
Morely, M. (2006)) analyse technology as impacting directly on job content and changes in
competencies to carry out tasks effectively. Below shows ways where technology is concerned in
Ted Bakers: * As stated on (investorrelations, 2010), due to advances in technology, there is the
possibility of unintentional loss of controlled data by authorised users. * However, technology
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Human Rights And Non Government Related Essay
Abstract
Human rights organization, groups or institutions work to protect the right of human and eradicate
human rights abuses. Some of these institutions, groups or organization are specific to the type,
nature and extent of the human rights law they deal with, while others, tackle issues relating to the
whole. The latter is usually very active group as human rights in many ways are affected by the
whole process of globalization and capitalism. It is true that the most effect human rights agents are
non–government related. This paper will look at one such non–governmental organization (NGO),
Anti–Slavery International (ASI). The particulars of the discourse will entail: a brief summary of
past work, and, a look into one of their current projects on slavery of overseas domestic workers.
The paper will share brief the mission of the organization, a summary of the work they have done
for the aforementioned group, share in brief why their work was necessary; as well as, challenges
they encountered on the project (campaign) and general, briefly.
The issue of human rights has become more prevalent and global since World War II (WW II).
Numerous institutions, groups, individuals and organizations have dedicated time, money and effort
into seeking to address and solving problems related to human rights, some, to the peril and even
loss of their own lives. Protection of human rights though now a global issue, dates back to about
1300 BC, when God reintroduced the 10
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Liberalism And Economic Liberalism
The question of inequality and redistribution is central to political conflict. Caricaturing only
slightly, two positions have traditionally been opposed. The right–wing free market position is that,
in the long run, market forces, individual initiative, and productive growth are the sole determinants
of the distribution of income and standard of living, in particular of the least well–off members of
society; hence government effort to redistribute wealth should be limited and should rely on
instruments that interfere as little as possible with the virtuous mechanisms of the market. The
traditional left–wing position, passed down from nineteenth century socialist theory and trade union
practice, holds that the only way to alleviate the misery of the poorest members of capitalist society
is through social and political struggle, and that the redistribution efforts of government must
penetrate to the very heart of the productive process .
In order to ascertain the tensions between social liberalism and economic liberalism, it is important
to understand the meaning of liberalism, and how social and economic liberalism have evolved from
it. There is difficulty in ascribing a specific definition to liberalism because its meaning changes
with the context within which it is used. For example, an economic liberal who sees the welfare
state as a usurpation of individual rights may be quite receptive to the use of capital punishment by
the state. Thereby accepting the use of state
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Sainsburys objectives!
Sainsbury Plc
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
The company aim is to provide a world class service to customers by incorporating quality
principles with our everyday routine.
OBJECTIVES
The company's objective is to discharge the responsibility as leaders in its trade by acting with
complete integrity, by carrying out its work to the public good and to the quality of life in the
community, to provide unrivalled value to its customers in the quality of the goods it sells, in the
competitiveness of its prices and in the range of choice it offers.
It aims in its stores, to achieve the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, efficiency of
operation, convenience and customer service, and thereby create as attractive and friendly a
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PRODUCTION
The products/services offered are a large supermarket, a wide range of food and non–food e.g.
cd/video, books, pharmaceuticals, a cook shop, food includes:– bakery, meat, fish produce, dairy,
frozen foods, tinned/packets, also a customer restaurant and a petrol station.
The location of the company is in Huddersfield – adjacent to the ring road opposite The University
of Huddersfield and Oldgate House – same side as Aspley Marina.
Reasons why the organisation is located in Calderdale/Kirklees are to provide a service to customers
within the geographical area and the suitable density of population.
Reasons for this specific site are because of excellent road links for distribution and particularly
customers, a good public transport system and land available for sale suitable for new store.
The production process is split into Inputs, the Process and Outputs.
The Inputs are goods and commodities are received from suppliers and received 24 hours a day.
The Process is that when received, all items are counted manually and taken to the warehouse –
loaded on to special shelves. Information is recorded on the computer. Each department identifies
goods needed. A list is made and items taken for display and sale in the shop. Department staff
replenish the shelves when needed under close supervision and management in order to supply a
high class service to customers.
There is a customer self service – and
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The Theory Of Corporate Social Responsibility
Historical background of the development of CSR is almost as important as the ongoing discussion
on what CSR is and how and where it should operate. Many scholars argue that these are not
interchangeable and need to be assessed in conjunction with each other. For purposes of this paper it
is pivotal to look into the past to see what stood behind the broadening of companies' accountability
beyond the standard agency theory (limited liability of shareholders for the company's violations or
breach and the company's main accountability being towards its shareholders and investors only) to
the stakeholder theory (company's accountability towards a broad range of stakeholders, including
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This at the time was widely opposed by proponents of corporate isolation as a highly irrelevant
research topic that went in no parallel or connection with the idea of a corporate veil, charter
accountability and the sole purpose of any company to bring profits to its shareholders. This reverts
us back to the development of a stakeholder theory that gradually gained its speed in the 1970s . It
soon found its implementation in Freeman's management discipline , who promoted the expansion
of firms' accountability towards a broader range of stakeholders. One of the examples of how
attitude towards CSR by multinational corporations has changed was raised by Lee, when he
reviewed corporate governance codes and practices of Ford . He used two instances in the history of
corporate actions of Ford with an interval of 80 years in between them. Keeping in mind the
abovementioned Clark's remarks on corporate accountability back in 1916, this becomes even more
educational, as it shows a dramatic change in shareholders' perception of their business as a service
to the broader society. There, in 1919 Ford was faced with a lawsuit, as a result of which it agreed to
grant Dodge brothers their request to receive maximum dividends . The respective court decision
was an indirect ridicule of Henry
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Strategic Human Resource Management
Business Management Study Manuals
Advanced Diploma in Business Management
STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
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The Strategic Approach to Reward and Recognition Introduction What are the Purposes of Reward
and Recognition? How Do We Take a Strategic Approach to Reward and Recognition? How
Effective are Financial and Non Financial Rewards? How Do We Evaluate Performance
Management?
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Study Unit 1 Introduction to Strategic Human Resource Management
Contents
A. Introduction Why is human resource management important? What is Strategy? Are strategies
deliberate and planned? What is Strategic HRM? What are the outcomes of an HR strategy? What
different models are there of HR strategy? How is Strategic HRM Different from Other Aspects of
HRM? So what determines an organisation 's HRM strategy? Is legal compliance strategic? So is
responding to ethical issues strategic? So is corporate social responsibility strategic?
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How Does Research Show that Strategic HRM Adds Value to an Organisation? 15 CIPD–Sponsored
Research 15 Linking Human Resource Strategy to Performance 17 How Does Strategic HRM
Support the Management of Change? What is the relationship between the psychological needs of
employees and HR strategy? What are the features we should look for in a well–designed job? Who
Holds
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Labour Relations
Llewellyn E. Van Zyl 13156217 BSOP 311 Index Nr Page 1.) The Roll Of Trade
Unions.............................................. 2 1.1) Introduction....................................................... 2 1.2)
What Is a Trade Union......................................... 2 1.3) Why Unions Develop in
Society.............................. 3 1.4) Why Do People Join Trade Unions......................... 5 1.5) Functions
Of A Trade Union................................. 6 1.6) What is the Structure of a Trade Union.................... 6
1.7) The Shop Steward.............................................. 8 1.8) Trade Union
Federations....................................... 9 1.8.1) COSATU................................................ 10 1.8.2)
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Consequently, tension, irritation and worker resentment is fostered, no matter how in tune
management is with human needs. Saner & Voelker (1987, p.63) mentioned another primary source
of tension between management and its employees. They stated that tension is also created by the
managerial drive to maintain competitive in the production market. It is this aim, to keep costs as
low as possible during the production process , where as the workers wants more input for less
output this in return fosters a feeling of tension amongst the workers. In small organisations,
problems and grievances are handled as soon as they arise. Because there is more direct contact
between the managers (owners) and fellow employees. They tend to see the manager as a fellow
worker and not as a strict disciplinarian. This, however, differs in large organisations, where
personal contact between management and the employees are sacrificed. In many cases the
supervisor or foreman knows all the people in his department, but in large organisations he is merely
a transmitter of upper management's orders. Red tape in bureaucratic organisations tends to hinder
the process of resolvement of an employee's grievances, and this fosters even more tension within
the employee. Consequently, production decreases and the organisation suffers. Under these
conditions workers becomes dissatisfied with the employment relationship and some form of protest
seems eminent.
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How Significant a Role Do Multinational Corporations...
How significant a role do multinational corporations (MNCs) play in today's UK economy in terms
of their impact on employment relations (ER) and labour conditions? This is the question the paper
attempts to evaluate through drawing on academic literature and empirical evidence from the 2004
Wers survey. The first section profiles MNCs in the UK, currently dominated by US and German
firms. Following this, there is a brief analysis of employment relations in the UK. The third section
reviews literature from leading commentators on the subject, highlighting contrasting views and
evidence of foreign IR and ER practices. The fourth section looks at key factors that influence the
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This stipulates that unions must be recognised in a workplace if there is a majority consensus of
employees. The UK is now under EU directives, most recently the information and consultative
directive (ICE) which came into force in 2005. This stipulates that companies with more than 1000
employees must establish a works council. This gives the workers rights to information and
consultation on company decisions. Employees are also protected by many employment legislations
in areas such as discrimination, unfair dismissal, minimum wage and working time regulations,
directives from both the EU and the UK. With the general trend away from union involvement and
collective agreements there has been a rise in union substitution strategies in the form of HRM
policies in domestic firms. ER in Foreign Subsidiaries The following section reviews business
systems of different countries that have foreign subsidiaries in the UK and their stance towards trade
unions and practices and policies on employment relations. The US is similar to the UK with respect
to the national business system. The framework for union representation in the US is weak and the
support for collective bargaining is declining. Throughout the 1990's unionization rates have
declined rapidly from 30 to14 percent (Policies) in US firms leading to widespread non–unionism
and anti–unionism. Do US firms then transfer this stance to their
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Tripartite Relationship
SOUTH AFRICAN LABOUR: A TRIPARTITE RELATIONSHIP? G.M. Ferreira Department of
Public Administration and Management UNISAABSTRACT T his article contains an overview of
the complex network of labour relations dynamics and organizational flow in the new legislative
landscape of labour relations. It sketches the hierarchy and protocol of the different protagonists in
the labour market and explains the number of principles and influences amidst the myriad of
legislative and ad hoc regulatory precepts. It also touches on the impact the general rights of
workers and their representative bodies have on the economic forces and health. The article
stipulates the sensitive, yet core role that the government has to play in attempting to reach an ...
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The political system of governance in a country determines the extent of the involvement of the state
in the labour relationship. In a democratic system, the intervention of the state is supposed to be
limited. The free market system determines the labour relationship. In this environment the role of
trade unions is limited as is that of conflict and industrial action. Labour legislation covers the bare
minimum and employers are often only responding to the demands of the market. On the other side
of the political spectrum, the state controls and owns all productive resources. The labour
relationship is regulated and there is no need for trade unions. Between these extremes, countries
have, to a greater or lesser degree, some form of regulation of the labour relationship through
legislative frameworks. In advanced democracies, the fundamental human rights of individuals and
employees are protected by the constitution. Labour market intervention in these countries is
normally because of economic reasons. In South Africa, there has always been state intervention in
the labour relationship. During the apartheid era there was a dual system in labour relations. There
was a legislative framework governing white workers and a separate framework governing other
workers. The implemented recommendations of the Wiehahn Commission in 1979, lead to
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Employees Personal Values
Introduction
Employee Personal Value
Employee personal value or Employee value proposition comprises much more than salaries and
benefits, it reflects the entire employment experience at a company including benefits, career
development opportunities, rewards, culture, and management style. The employee personal values
should align with the company's brand and be reflected consistently to employees. Otherwise,
employees may grow cynical about the company and ultimately become less productive or leave the
organization entirely. In addition to relevant skills, employers seek employees who have the
personal values, characteristics, and personality traits that spell success. Minchington (2005) defines
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Career Growth
The Taj is a brand that combines a wealthy inheritance of carefully takes care of values precipitous
in a culture of brilliance with occasions for participating in new outlook of the company growth. The
main success factor for the company's growth, are the Taj employee and talent selected for this
exciting journey. Taj considers its employees among its most important stakeholders in taking it to
new pinnacles of service standards and guest delight. At the Taj, every employee is an envoy of the
culture and courage of the Taj. The Taj 'magic' is all about passion in what one is doing, the pursuit
of excellence, feeling included, warmth and the highest levels of service standards with a relentless
and untiring obsession about delighting the guest. This spirit that rings through the heart of every Taj
employee makes the difference between a job in any hospitality company and career with the Taj.
To make a career in hospitality industry it offers an opportunity to sharpen the saw of one's own
affecting proportion. The Taj compounds this advantage because of the diversity of its products,
properties and people. The Taj nurtures a service attitude that demands an approach of being fast and
nimble in terms of response time, attention to detail, operational excellence, delayed satisfaction to
certify that the guest is pleased at all times and developing one 's social radar through networking
skills. The Taj provides its employees freedom and jostle
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Constraints of a Business Plan
Constraints That Impact on Implementation. Businesses in general need to take into account that
there are a number of constraints that may impact on the implementation of their business plan.
Business law exists to ensure that firms can engage in lawful activity without impediment, and to
restrain unlawful activity by that or any other firm. Constraints that impact on the implementation of
a business plan are categorised into six areas. These are: Legal. Financial. Social. Environmental.
Technological. Competitive. I will now evaluate these constraints and discuss how, and in what
ways, they may impact on the successful implementation of a business plan. Legal Constraints.
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Otherwise, it is five days from the day the customer receives either a second copy of the agreement
or a separate copy of a notice of cancellation rights. Sale of Goods Act 1979. The Sale of Goods Act
1979 is a British Act of Parliament, which regulates contracts in which goods are sold and bought.
The Act consolidates the Sale of Goods Act 1893 and subsequent legislation, which in turn
consolidated the previous common law. The Sale of Goods Act performs several functions. The Act
lays down a small number of compulsory legal rules, but these restrictions are minimal. The
majority of the Act is concerned with a vast amount of presumptions and implied terms, which aim
to reflect the commercial expectations in the most commonly agreed sales contracts. In the absence
of contrary agreement these terms will govern a contract within the Act's remit. The benefits in
efficiency, through lower bargaining costs and legal certainty, have led to many adopting the
legislation, and versions of the Sale of Goods Act have been adopted in almost all areas of the
Commonwealth. The Act applies to all contracts where property in goods is transferred or agreed to
be transferred for money. Consumer Protection Act 1989. Consumer protection law is considered an
area of public law that regulates private law relationships between individual consumers and the
businesses that sell those goods and services. Consumer protection covers a wide range of topics,
including but not necessarily
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Ethical And Socially Responsible Business Practice
Intro
This essay will examine in details the challenges, limitations faced by corporations and the strengths
that are drawn from their ethical and socially responsible business practice.
In today 's business world, it is difficult for corporations to define what is regarded as a responsible
business practice in the areas of ethical and social responsibilities. The hallmark of a good company
is to maintain a strong ethical practice, values, policies and social responsibilities that guides its
conducts as well as the activities of its employees.
Taylor (1975), defined "ethics as the inquiry into the nature and grounds of morality where the term
morality is taken to mean moral judgments, standards and rules of conduct". Based on this
definition, business ethics can be said to rely on individuals and the business to adhere to high moral
principles and judgements. The incorporation of ethics in an organization business values and
strategy enables social corporate responsibility to be ingrained in their daily decision making.
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) as defined by Carroll (1979) refers to the inclusion of moral,
lawful and economical obligations that is expected of a business by the society (Brtitzelmaier, Kraus
2012). Organisations are expected to act responsibly, but many would agree that their actions and
policies do have a direct or indirect effect on the society at large and the environment. The success
of most organisations is dependent on their corporate
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Role of Human Resource Management in Organizational...
ROLE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN ORGANIZATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY
IN CONTEXT OF PAKISTAN
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Despite some negative perceptions among the international, including European, public, Pakistan
has shown remarkable political and economic developments since the late 1990s when the country
was on the verge of bankruptcy. With a rapidly growing population of about 150 million, Pakistan is
a major country, recognised by the international community, and is one of the most important actors
in the
Islamic world. Though still having a negative image in global envirement its HR is the silver lining
in its current crisis where budding new organizations are coming to the realization of the value of
Human Resource Management and hence ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ...
Under this system, the poor receive support. In FY 2002, 1.7 million people benefited from the
Zakat Programme. Also various other programmes have been launched to support the
Government drive on supporting the poor, through poverty alleviation programmes.
There are various state run programmes providing retirement benefits, such as the Employees Old
Age Benefits programme, which is available for workers in private sector establishments with a
minimum of 10 employees. However, private sector pension funds are rarely put into practice except
by large firms. Generally, participation in retirement benefit schemes is low. Under the EOBI
programme, for example, only 1.6 million employees (out of an estimated 10 million eligible) were
insured at the end of 2000.
There is also a pension scheme for civil servants who have worked at least 25 years for the
Government.
Education
Despite notable improvements, literacy rates are still low. According to the last census in 1998, the
literacy rate was 43.9% with marked differences between the urban (63.1%) and the rural (33.6%)
population. There is also a remarkable gender difference; only 32% of Pakistani women are able to
read and write whereas this ratio amounts to 54.8% for Pakistani men. Presently (2003), the overall
literacy rate has increased to 51.6%.
Pakistani general education comprises twelve years, of which ten years are compulsory. Higher
education is provided by universities and
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  • 1. Corporate Social Responsibility, By Chantelle Daka Id Number CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY By Chantelle Daka ID Number:26267 CONTENTS Contents 2 Introduction 2 About CSR 4 How it is connected to the strategic purpose of an organisation 4 Result of CSR in reference to various stake holder group expectation's (good and poor cases) 6 Conclusion 8 Bibliography 9 INTRODUCTION Corporate social responsibility (CSR) also known as corporate conscience and corporate citizenship according to Investopedia (2014). It is becoming a hugely applied concept and is a central area in business decision making (Cochran, 2007). According to the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (2014) CSR is described as the ongoing commitment by organisations/businesses to contribute to the economic development while improving the quality of life of the stake holders as well as the community and society as a whole. CSR involves organisations going beyond focusing entirely on how to maximize profits, to being more committed to building a better society. Social progress, economic development/production and environmental preservation are the three fundamental keys to sustainable development. While there are various definitions on CSR, this report will outline what is meant by the term "CSR" and how it is connected to the strategic purpose of an organisation. It will also critically asses the results of CSR in reference to various stakeholder expectation's looking at both good and bad ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 3. Slavery in Chocolate Industry Slavery in the Chocolate Industry Introduction The forced labour of children in the Ivorian cocoa farms is at a distance from the glamourised candy producers such as Mars and Nestlé, and a universe away from the day–to–day consumers of chocolate. That such a quixotic market shares a commonality with the more exposed diamond market, for example, whose implication in the sale and involvement of guns in tribal cleansing has long been documented, drives home the reminder that our modern prosperity, usually reached and used with the best of consumer intentions, if not also the corporate, and even our harmless, insignificant indulgences sometimes owe themselves to an extremely complex source environment. In this paper we dissect the ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... This is, however, a perception; in a theoretical analysis it is important to make no assumptions and a wealth of definitions. We will discuss the pragmatism of this perception. We must, of course, bear in mind the 400–year–old theoretical and practical foundations of our continental economy – a minimum of government interference in commerce, the benefit of competition in lowering prices and raising quality for the consumer, and what Velasquez calls the pursuit of profit (37). Any business 's survival must steer toward cost cutting and breakeven or net revenue. Smith 's theory of free markets and utilitarianism (135–138) reminds us that this realpolitik approach to business is what drives our individual welfare, which we want (137). Social Darwinism goes further to associate capitalism with the summative advancement of society (141) though this may not equate to its growing moral hygiene (142). While the United States is an advanced society that will do relatively well even if it places moral concerns as an obstruction to trading with the West African cocoa farmers, Ricardo 's theory prompts us that trade is still in the American interest (142). Furthermore, many may argue that the minimum of a business is legality and not immorality (37). While the United States outlaws human trafficking as well as Côte d 'Ivoire (51) the systemic and human factors that mean the law is ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 5. Globalization Has Affected Business Through Different Avenues Globalisation has been a key issue in the 20th and 21st centuries and has continued to be a controversial process throughout its existence. Globalisation has opened up borders so that all countries can benefit from each other's wealth and endless materials and resources. International business has accelerated in the past 30 years since the emergence of Brazil, Russia, India and China's economies as they have played a key role in the growth of certain businesses. There are many ways in which globalisation has facilitated the growth of international business and throughout this essay, I plan to go through the various ways that globalisation has affected business through different avenues, with certain references to the five drivers of ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Another definition is: "The generalised expansion of international economic activity which includes increased international trade, growth of international foreign investment and international migration, and increased creation of technology among countries. Globalization is the increasing world–wide integration of markets for goods, services, labour, and capital" (Federal Reserve Bank, 2004) This gives a different perspective on the matter and highlights the fact that globalisation cannot be easily defined. To understand what international business is, we need to look at the definition, which is as follows: "International Business conducts business transactions all over the world. These transactions include the transfer of goods, services, technology, managerial knowledge, and capital to other countries. International business involves exports and imports." (Kalyan, 2011) From the above definitions, we are able to understand the question in more depth. We can see that globalisation and international business are in some ways interconnected due to both having a greater impact on international transactions in technology, goods, services and capital so they are key to each other's success. Globalisation has consistently increased the amount of international trade in goods and services, aiding the growth of international business because businesses are able to transfer goods and services ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 7. International Wto Theories Explain International Trade... International economics Module Code: BME 0003 Student name: Lamin Jatta Student number: U1370065. Introduction International trade theories explain international trade patterns. Academics see trade as the interdependence of states through the exchange of capital, goods, and services. International trade has existed for thousands of years in the world. Its economic, political and social influence in the world has begun rise. However, new trade theories include Porter 's diamond national competitive advantage which focuses on modern trade concept. This paper will discuss Porter 's diamond national competitive advantage and the extent to which their link to the new trade theories contrast with the neoclassical view of trade. The author will then discuss how government policies could influence trade pattern. Adam smith criticised mercantilist assumption by saying that trade is a zero sum game. Furthermore, smith argued that countries are different in their ability when it comes to efficient production of goods which the country have an absolute advantage. Evidently, Smith maintain that Countries should specialise in the production of goods they have more absolute advantage. Thus David Ricardo theory of comparative advantage argued with that smith theory of absolute advantage make sense when he rightly said countries should specialise in the production of goods it has more absolute advantage. Grimwade (2000) Hecksher and Ohlin observe that comparative advantage emerge from ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 9. Analysis Of Micro And Macro Business Environment Analysis of Micro and Macro Business Environment & Market Structure Submitted by Haleema Sadia Student ID Number: 9740 ECONOMICS FOR BUSINESS Post Graduate Strategic Diploma (Level 7) Submitted to: Finance and Technology Institute of London 2015 Activity one: 1.1Explain the importance of the micro–economic environment to business organisations: Microeconomics looks at how individual players in the economy, such as households and firms, interact. It focuses on the impact that their economic choices have on the allocation of scarce resources to meet unlimited demand. These interactions match what one party wants or demands in economic term and what the other gives in exchange (supply). Each time someone buys a chocolate bar from a newsagent or undertakes the morning paper round, there's an interaction between supply and demand (ESRC). (P) Demand curve Equilibrium point of D&S Supply curve (Q) Fig1.1: equilibrium of consumer demand curve and firm's supply The Above picture clearly illustrate that where the Demand and supply curves intersect, that is called equilibrium point of demand and supply where consumer demand is equal to supply from firms or production sector and Q shows quantity and P shows price. The collective way of all the decisions on demand and supply, use of resources and opportunity costs made by millions of people or firms sets the price for goods, services, assets and labour demand and supply therefore form the main principle ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 11. Human Resources at ASDA Task 1 i) The Human Resource Management or personnel function of ASDA covers a variety of activities. The term 'Human Resource Management' has largely replaced the old–fashioned word 'personnel', which was used in the past. The types of work covered in the Human resource function might include the following: ·A Policy–making role – This is important because the Human resourcesdepartment need to be making big policies thatcover the place of work and the importance of thepeople in ASDA. ·A Welfare role – The welfare role concerned with taking care ofpeople in the work place including their needs. ·A Supporting role – This role is concerned with helping department managers appoint and train new workers. ·A Bargaining and negotiating ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... The reporting of injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations 1985 (RIDDOR). RIDDOR set out that injuries resulting from accidents at work where an employee is incapacitated for three or more days must be reported to the authorities within seven days. Injuries involving fatalities must be notified immediately by the most practical means (e.g. by phone). Listed diseases must also be notified. ASDA will, keep statistics on both minor accidents at work (i.e. ones however minor that involve some form of first aid) and accidents that have to be reported to the authorities under RIDDOR. ASDA will want to keep internal statistics to make sure that undesirable trends do not occur. In the course of time ASDA will want to see accident levels falling. Accident rates can be calculated simply as the number of accidents per year within a chosen unit (team, firm, industry, etc...). In calculating accident rates in ASDA, the most accurate method is to calculate the statistics according to each employee working in the industry or per hour worked by employees in the industry. This is because some industries employ far more people than others and because the numbers employed change over time. Age, skills and training ASDA will have a range of employees who have worked for different lengths of time and who have different levels of skills and training. The Human Resource planner will ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 13. Organization Structure and Culture Organizational Structures and Culture By Duncan Roy Wood Submitted to Dr David Chu Contents Title page Introduction 1. Organisational Structure and Culture 1. Compare and Contrast Organisational Structure 2. Relationship between an Organisation's Structure and Culture and Effects on Business Performance 3. Factors that Influence Individual Behaviour at Work 2. Approaches to Management and Leadership 1. How Organisational Theory Underpins Principles and Practices of Organising and of Management 2. Different Approaches to Management and Theories of Organisations 3. Differeent ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... There are few regulations for employees to follow, and supervision is loose because management believes that its employees are hardworking and trustworthy. Organisation A, will make efficient use of employee skills, less between job downtime increases productivity. Specialized training is more efficient. They can have specialized equipment by using high specialization. This company will increase organisation efficiency by using span of control. Organisation B, encourage innovation, when a work group is given a task or project to complete. Innovation might come from the interchange of ideas between group members. Organizing project work around individuals can suffer a lack of co–ordination and co–operation. This company will increase organisation efficiency by using span of control. 2. Relationship between an Organisation's Structure and Culture and Effects on Business Performance. Management in an organisation might take the view that to be successful, the organisation must be innovative, and continually look for new markets, new and better products and improved processes. Organisational structure is to ensure effective communication between various parts of the company, as well as to increase co–ordination between different departments. The pre–bureaucratic structure, which is mainly known for lacking a structure that standardizes tasks. This set up is great for small businesses, and ones that don't have many repeat
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  • 16. Globalization or Glocalisation? Networks, Territories and... Globalisation or 'Glocalisation'? Networks, Territories and Rescaling Erik Swyngedouw University of Oxford Abstract This paper argues that the alleged process of globalisation should be recast as a process of 'glocalisation'. 'Glocalisation' refers to the twin process whereby, firstly, institutional/regulatory arrangements shift from the national scale both upwards to supra–national or global scales and downwards to the scale of the individual body or to local, urban or regional configurations and, secondly, economic activities and inter–firm networks are becoming simultaneously more localised/regionalised and transnational. In particular, attention will be paid to the political and economic dynamics of this geographical rescaling and its ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Crucial to this argument is the idea that social life is process based, in a state of perpetual change, transformation and reconfiguration (see Harvey 1996). Starting analysis from a given geographical scale, such as the local, regional, national or global, seems to me, therefore, to be deeply antagonistic to apprehending the world in a dynamic, process–based manner. This has profound implications for the significance of spatial scale. I conceive scalar configurations as the outcome of socio–spatial processes that regulate and organise social power relations, such as the contested making and remaking of the European Union or the process of state devolution or decentralisation. The emergence of new territorial scales of governance and the redefinition of existing scales (like the nation–state) change the regulation and organisation of social, political and economic power relations. Over the past few years, a plethora of research has been ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 18. Organization Structure and Culture Organizational Structures and Culture By Duncan Roy Wood Submitted to Dr David Chu Contents Title page Introduction 1. Organisational Structure and Culture 1. Compare and Contrast Organisational Structure 2. Relationship between an Organisation's Structure and Culture and Effects on Business Performance 3. Factors that Influence Individual Behaviour at Work 2. Approaches to Management and Leadership 1. How Organisational Theory Underpins Principles and Practices of Organising and of Management 2. Different Approaches to Management and Theories of Organisations 3. Differeent Leadership Styles and Leadership ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Psychological factors, a psychological thinking is a person's set of expectations regarding what he or she will contribute to the organisation and what the organisation in return will provide to the indivdual. An individual's contributions to an organisation include such things as effort, skills, ability, time and loyalty. Organisations provide inducements to individuals in the form of tangible and intangible rewards. Self esteem is the extent to which a person believes that he or she is a worthwhile and deserving individual. Motivation is the set of forces that cause people to engage in one behaviour rather than some alternative behaviour, consider for example – the Manchester United football manager Sir Alex Ferguson. He is probably classed as one of the best and most successful managers in the world. Far from football, motivation clearly plays a pivotal role in Ferguson's quest to remain at the upper echelon of his profession. Ferguson is old, so he as done a great deal, he's rich so he's not money motivated,so why does he continue. Perhaps his motivation comes from wanting to achieve immortality as a top class football manager within the club he has been with for many years. Only Ferguson knows why he's truly motivated. There are lots of factors influencing individuals at work, such as psychological factors, motivation leadership, etc. If we want to be ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 20. Shortage Of Skilled Among South Australia At Present And... Why is there a shortage of skilled chefs in South Australia? Abstract This report identifies the reasons for shortage of skilled chefs in South Australia at present and looks at future demand and evaluates the need to attract international chef migrants to fulfil the demand. Skill shortages in the food service sector, specifically chefs has been an ongoing matter of concern in regional Australia which includes South Australia. Low apprentice and trainee wages has often been seen to explain the ongoing problem. Unpleasant working conditions, poor quality training, a lack of support and low wages are contributing to both non–completion and a high degree of dissatisfaction. In addition, the increase in tourism and sporting events has increased the demand for skilled international migrant chefs since the local labour market is unable to fulfil this shortage. Introduction The skills shortage in Australia has long been a topic in economic and political circles. Chefs have been in short supply since 1999 (Jericho 2014). Chef occupation has always been on the skilled occupation list of the Department of Immigration and border protection. Non completion of apprenticeships and traineeships is one of the main reasons due to which there is a skill shortage, especially in regional areas such as South Australia ( Snell & Hart 2014, p. 51). The shortage of skilled chefs has created a need for attracting overseas migrants. South Australia is fast becoming an international tourist ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 22. Hotel Thesis Executive summary Comprehensive sectoral analysis of emerging competencies and economic activities in the European Union Lot 12: Hotels and restaurants Executive summary Submitted to the European Commission; Employment, Social Affairs and Equal Opportunities DG April 2009 Executive Summary Main economic and employment trends The Hotels and restaurants sector is a highly labour intensive service sector employing nearly nine million persons across the EU. A large part of the sector is closely linked to the dynamics of the tourism economy; in terms of turnover the Hotels and restaurants sector counts for more than 70% of the EU tourism sector. The Hotels and restaurants sector can be divided into three thematic sub–sectors: ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Number of persons employed in Europe, USA and Japan Hotels and restaurants 12000000 10000000 8000000 6000000 4000000 2000000 0 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 Europe USA Japan Source: Eurostat.eu; US Bureau of Labour Statistics; Japanese Statistics Bureau Finally, when looking at the different occupational groups of the Hotels and restaurants sector, some differences can be traced between the new and the old Member States. The old Member States (EU15) have significantly more managers of small enterprises than the new Member States, implying that the importance of SMEs is greater in the EU15. The core occupational group of the sector is the service workers and shop and market sales workers, comprising more than half of the total employment in the sector. Changes in the share of occupations from 2000 to 2007 are very small, making it hard to identify 3 20 20 06 major trends. There seems to be a slight tendency however, of service workers making up a decreasing share of the total sectoral employment. Employment by occupation of total sectoral employment (%) NACE H55 Hotels and restaurants 2000 ISCO Occupation Managers of small entreprises Other legislators, senior officials and managers Professionals, technicians and associate professionals Clerks Service workers and shop and market sales workers Crafts and related trades workers Elementary occupations Source: ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 24. 7s Model 7S MODEL OF KRAFT FOODS LTD:(source: google) Staff Their company employs more than 98,000 people in 70 countries. They have hundreds of facilities worldwide, including office, plants, sales and distribution centres. They are committed to creating an environment where their people do their best work, contribute to Kraft's success, and manage their work life. They believe that people develop on the job by doing stimulating and challenging work, learning from others, and receiving feedback. Their employees realize their potential through development, coaching, mentoring, and training programs. Their Workforce Their business teams require a variety of thought, energy and insight to attain and maintain a competitive ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... All three groups will work together in alignment with the company's five global consumer sectors – Beverages, Snacks, Cheese and Dairy, Convenient Meals, and Grocery. [pic] Share values Their Purpose and Values: Make today delicious. That's their higher purpose. At Kraft Foods, delicious is their difference. Consumers inspire us. To make today delicious, they begin with their consumers. The listen, they watch and they learn. They understand their joys and their challenges because they're consumers too What do they do? They make delicious food one can feel good about. Whether watching their weight or preparing to celebrate, grabbing a quick bite or sitting down to family night, they pour their hearts into creating foods that are wholesome and delicious. Their research: They believe they can make a delicious difference, everywhere. They're constantly looking for fresh ideas to improve their workplace, their partnerships, their communities and their world. How do they behave? They understand that actions speak louder than words, so at Kraft Foods: They inspire trust. They act like owners. They keep it simple. They are open and inclusive. They tell it like it is. They lead from the head and the heart. They discuss. They decide. They deliver. How do they grow? They focus on creating sustainable, profitable growth. And their strategies guide their efforts: Build a ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 26. Trade Union Movement in India 5 Trade Union Development UNIT 4 TRADE UNION DEVELOPMENT and Functions AND FUNCTIONS Objectives After going through this unit, you should be able to understand: l the growth and development of trade unions in India, and l the functions and problems of trade unions. Structure 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Origin and Growth of Trade Unions 4.3 Development of Trade Unions in India 4.4 Indian Unions Today 4.5 The Trade Unions Act: Legal Framework for Trade Unions 4.6 Functions of Trade Unions 4.7 Strengthening of Trade Unions 4.8 Summary 4.9 Self– Assessment Questions 4.10 Further Readings Appendices 4.1 INTRODUCTION Trade Unions have become an integral and powerful factor in the contemporary system of production and distribution of goods and services. ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... It is this realisation that sowed the seeds of collective bargaining which later resulted in trade unionism. The workers, working under a common employer, faced common problems and common tasks. They developed common sentiments, and organised themselves into associations which could meet the employers on a basis of equality. The inchoate labour organisations had to cross many hurdles before they could develop into fullfledged stable trade unions. There were internal dissentions, persistent and determined opposition from the employers, merciless persecution and suppression by the state (For example, in England, France, Germany and the United States, combinations of workmen per se were declared illegal), and the full–throated condemnation of trade unionism by the advocates of free competition and laissez–faire. In spite of these efforts at suppression, trade unions continued to grow, sometimes working underground and sometimes openly. They continued to defy the laws prohibiting the combination of workmen (Combination Acts of 1799 and 1800 in Great Britain, for example) and the judicial pronouncements (particularly, the judgement in the Philadelphia Cordwainers Case of 1806 in the United States) against the combinations of workmen. Under incessant pressures from the workers and their organisations, the law and the attitude of the courts gradually came to be modified. The history of the trade union movement everywhere is a history of blood, ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 28. Business Environment MODULE –3 Business Around Us Notes 3 BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT nderstanding the environment within which the business has to operate is very important for running a business unit successfully at any place. Because, the environmental factors influence almost every aspect of business, be it its nature, its location, the prices of products, the distribution system, or the personnel policies. Hence it is important to learn about the various components of the business environment, which consists of the economic aspect, the socio–cultural aspects, the political framework, the legal aspects and the technological aspects etc. In this chapter, we shall learn about the concept of business environment, its nature and significance and the various ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... It is very difficult to predict the exact nature of future happenings and the changes in economic and social environment. . (e) Business Environment differs from place to place, region to region and country to country. Political conditions in India differ from those in Pakistan. Taste and values cherished by people in India and China vary considerably. Notes 3.1.2 IMPORTANCE OF BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT There is a close and continuous interaction between the business and its environment. This interaction helps in strengthening the business firm and using its resources more effectively. As stated above, the business environment is multifaceted, complex, and dynamic in nature and has a far–reaching impact on the survival and growth of the business. To be more specific, proper understanding of the social, political, legal and economic environment helps the business in the following ways: (a) Determining Opportunities and Threats: The interaction between the business and its environment would identify opportunities for and threats to the business. It helps the business enterprises for meeting the challenges successfully. (b) Giving Direction for Growth: The interaction with the environment leads to opening up new frontiers of growth for the business firms. It enables the business to identify the areas for growth and expansion of their activities. (c) Continuous Learning: Environmental analysis makes the task of managers easier in dealing with business ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 30. Hrm in Japan, Usa and Europe INTRODUCTION The concept of human resource management has attracted considerable attention over the last two decades from scholars and practitioners alike. While part of the debate has centered on its application and theoretical underpinnings, the other has been on its prescriptive value for the survival of organizations in a turbulent and a volatile business environment. More recently, the issue of whether to situate the HRM debate in the organizational or the international context has arisen. This is because organizational responses such as delayering, empowerment, work intensification, flexibility and redundancy appear to have gained as much weight as the macro–environmental drivers of HRM such as competition, technology, economic ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... In pursuit of such short–term profit goals, American firms emphasized cost reduction measures such as removal of discretionary expenditures like training and research and reducing employee headcount. Apart from differences in values, the emergence of HRM is further attributed to the pressures experienced in the product markets during the 1980–1982 recession in the United States of America; the decline of trade unionism; challenges emanating from overseas competitors especially Japan and declining rates of innovation in American industries .These developments sparked the desire to create a free work situation in which the employer and employee worked towards the same goal – the success of the organization. Elsewhere in Europe, the emergence of HRM has been linked to the internationalization of competition as a result of gradual reduction of barriers to trade globally and the reform of the public sector involving privatization of state corporations that had the effect of marginalizing trade unions. Pinnington & Edwards (2000), explain that in the UK in particular, such change was meant to introduce a business and market culture into a bureaucratic and an inefficient public sector and stimulate competition, which the UK was losing to the rest of Europe. The government engineered political as well as economic ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 32. Primark Corporate Social Responsibility UK: Primark cuts three suppliers following child labour claims A News item from Business Respect, Issue Number 130, dated 17 Jun 2008 UK clothing retailer Primark has ended its contracts with three suppliers in India following allegations channelled through a BBC documentary that they used child labour to finish garments with embroidery and sequin work. The company said that the work had been improperly sub–contracted against the company's code of conduct, and it had taken action accordingly. It said that the clothes affected accounted for around 0.04% of its product sourcing. Primark's code completely forbids the use of child labour in its supply chain, whether directly by immediate suppliers or further down through ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Primark stressed that it had taken swift action as a result of the investigations. "As soon as Primark was made aware of the facts, the company acted immediately, cancelling all new orders with the factories concerned and withdrawing from sale the embroidered garments involved," it said. George Weston, the ABF chief executive, added that Primark "would normally work with suppliers to fix practices we don't like", but that the three suppliers in Tirapur had been guilty of "wholesale deception". Such robust condemnations are a sign of the public relations issues raised by offshore manufacturing. In response to growing public repugnance at sweatshop labour, ethical concerns have shot up the retail agenda. All members of the British Retail Consortium, which represents 80 per cent of the country's retailers, have signed up to the independently audited Ethical Trading Initiative. The code of practice covers such issues as the free choice of employment, the right to collective bargaining, safe working conditions and payment of a living wage. "The ideas that workers in these countries are worse off because British companies are doing business with them is just wrong," said a spokesman for the BRC. "These are attractive jobs, which are well paid, and that is why people choose to do them." Ethical concerns are by no means restricted to retail. Some 90 ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 34. Human Rights And The Right Of Humanity And Eradicate Human... Basya–Tamra A U Hall University of the People Globalization POLS 1503 April 26, 2016 Abstract Human rights organization, groups or institutions work to protect the right of humanity and eradicate human rights abuses. Some of these institutions, groups or organization are specific to the type, nature and extent of the human rights law, they deal with, while others tackle issues relating to the whole. The latter is usually a very active group as human rights in many ways are affected by the whole process of globalization and capitalism. It is true that the most effect human rights agents are non–government related. This paper will look at one such non–governmental organization (NGO), Anti–Slavery International (ASI). The particulars of the discourse will entail: a brief summary of past work, and, a look into one of their current projects on slavery of overseas domestic workers. The paper will share briefly the mission of the organization, a summary of the work they have done for the aforementioned group, share in brief why their work was necessary; as well as, challenges they encountered on the project (campaign) and general, briefly. Keywords: Human rights, Slavery, Protect, Domestic workers The issue of human rights has become more prevalent globally since World War II (WW II). Numerous institutions, groups, individuals, and organizations have dedicated time, money and effort into seeking to address and solving problems related to human rights, some, to the peril and ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 36. foundation of HRM The employment relationship is the context within which intricate interactions between employees, who may be unionised, and employers are conducted, both collectively and individually (Kelly, 1998 cited in Rose, 2004 p.6) Potential for conflict between employee and employer interests Unequal nature of the employment contract The ways in which the employment relationship is regulated The employment contract: Lecture aim: to examine the inequality of the employment contract to outline the duties upon employer and employee within the employment contract to explain the indeterminate nature of the employment contract The Contract of Employment: A relationship of equals? The contract of employment 'exhibits an individualism which ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... "..the employment contract is indeterminate. In a commercial contract a product or service is supplied for a price. In the labour contract, the worker sells an ability to work, which is translated into actual labour only during the course of the working day. Expectations about standards of performance have to built up during the process of production." (Edwards, 2003:14) Analysing the Employment Contract: The employment contract reflects, particularly in the status of the implied terms (duties), the power relationships between employer and employee (to the extent that it protects managerial rights) 'the actual operation of legal rights in the workplace depends on the power, knowledge and organisation of the parties as well as on the statute book' (Edwards, 2003:15) Competing Ideologies: Perspectives at work Perspective is a term that may be used interchangeably with frame of reference or ideology It describes a set of underpinning ideas and beliefs that informs an individual 's assumptions about how society operates and influences their attitudes and behaviour (Blyton and Jenkins, 2007,p.166) Perspectives at work: "how people regard the nature of different interests and the distribution of power and control in the employment relationship" (ibid.) Pluralism Mainstream political and industrial relations theory in 1960s and 1970s Unitary Long standing set of ideas which have regained ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 38. Organizational Management and Leadership Essay INTRODUCTION Domains 1 through 6, describe the processes involved in identifying, planning, developing, delivering, marketing and managing the finances competitively when introducing an engineering product or service. Domain 7 and 8 of the Guide to the Engineering Management Body of Knowledge, present research in the Philosophies of Leadership, Management of Organisations and the professional responsibility, ethics and legal issues involved. The function of management involves being concerned with the activities of others in the organisation. Relationships between suppliers and customers create value chains. Management philosophy has developed and it is accepted that there are too many factors involved in determining success of ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... 5. The Decision Theory School, identifies and estimates the probability of occurrence of a situation and the various possible out–comes . In combination with the application of various strategies against each possible out–come, decision rules are then applied to select the best strategy. 6. Scientific Management views workers and machines only slightly differently. KA 2: MANAGING AND MOTIVATING KNOWLEDGE WORKERS On the 5 Element Integrated Management Model, People Orientation is an important element of Management. The Human Behaviour School provides people oriented management theories such as: 1. McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y which assumes two types of workers: a. In Theory X, workers must be coerced to work, are lazy and want security above all else. b. In Theory Y, workers are dedicated to organisational objectives and will exercise self–control in order to achieve them. c. Also these theories are self–fulfilling in that as the manager's attitude and assumptions are, so becomes the performance of employees. 2. Maslow's "Hierarchy of Human Needs" which assumes a five level hierarchy, where the needs are achievable from the bottom–up, only if all needs, at each level, are satisfied. 3. Herzberg's research on professionals identifies Motivators/Satisfiers and Hygienes/Dis–Satisfiers. Motivators are the most effective way to extract higher performance from people. Hygienes must be kept at an ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 40. Essay on The Development of Trade Unions for the Unskilled The Development of Trade Unions for the Unskilled The 'new model unions' were for the skilled workers and only covered a small section of the working class which meant a great mass of unskilled and semi–skilled workers remained largely unorganised this was with exceptions of the Miners' National Union and the Agricultural Labourers' Union. During the 1880s the unskilled workers were organised into what is called 'new unionism'. These new unions' main features were that they charged minimal subscriptions and adopted a much more militant stance towards the employers; this meant that the unions were prepared to use the strike weapon to gain their objectives. The new unions also did not seek to exclude ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... The revival of socialism was also important to the development of trade unions for the unskilled as a number of individual socialists inspired a number of the strikes which took place during the 1880s. The successful strikes which took place in 1888–9 saw the turning point for the unskilled and semi– skilled workers. In 1888 Annie Besant investigated the working conditions of female labour at Bryant and May's factory in East London. Here she found low wages, girls suffering from phosphorus poisoning and a harsh regime of rules and regulations. Mrs Besant organised The Match–Makers Unions which came out on strike and eventually the girls won an increase in wages and some of the rules were relaxed. This successful strike encouraged other unions to take on their employers. In 1889 Will Thorne , a member of the Social Democratic Federation, assisted by Eleanor Marx, formed the Gas workers' and General Labourers' Union. Thorne organised a strike at the Becton Gas–works and demanded a change from two 12–hour shifts to three 8 hour shifts. The employers agreed to the demand and an increase in wages. The summer of 1889 however saw the greatest struggle. In London's dockland the dockers were being badly paid and demoralised until Ben Tillett organised them into making a number of demands of the employers. Tillett prepared for a long strike and was joined by ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 42. Essay On Unionism In South Africa Collectivism, Unionisation and Union Influence: A decline? An investigation into the attitudes and perceptions of South African unionised employees in a single trade union. Shenaz Sheik Submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree Masters– Industrial/Organisational Psychology (M.Soc.Sci) School of Psychology University of Kwa–Zulu Natal Howard College Supervisor: Mr. Dean Isaacs A decline in collectivism, unionisation and union influence? 1 Table of Contents 1. Chapter 1 1.1 Introduction 6 6 2. Chapter 2 2.1 Theoretical Framework– Literature Review 2.1.1 Unitarism 2.1.2 Pluralism 2.1.3 Marxism 2.1.4 Collectivism and Individualism 2.1.5 Neo–liberalism 2.1.6 Unionism 8 8 8 10 12 13 19 21 3. Chapter 3 3.1 ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... In perspective, further research has suggested that collective approaches to grievances in the workplace are fading away because workers are perhaps becoming more individualised in their working patterns and in their general dealings with employment relations (Deery & Walsh, 1999). In line with this, are South African unionised employees then becoming less committed to their union membership and the values of collectivism? In light of the above, an exploration into the mind–set of unionised employees towards collectivism and individualism is therefore useful. This study attempted to explore the attitudes and perceptions of South African unionised employees toward collectivism. In this regard the study endeavoured to investigate the extent to which the 21st centuries human resource and industrial relations practices are capable of reducing unionised employees‟ collectivist work orientations. It aimed to firstly unpack and understand the perceptions and attitudes of unionised employees toward their trade unions, second to determine the factors that affect an individual‟s preparedness to involve themselves in and partake in the daily activities of the union‟s internal organisation and thirdly the underlying reasons of union members‟ willingness to partake in industrial action. The findings of the study are based on research generated through the undertakings of interviews with eight ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 44. A Collection Of Experiences, Skills And Knowledge Gained... * A collection of experiences, skills and knowledge gained during an international law internship in Cambodia 7 December 2014– 20 February 2015 by Sabrina Caldalano * On 7th December 2014 I undertook an 11–week internship in Cambodia with the Jesuit Refugee Service. The internship was arranged through Macquarie University's Participation and Community Engagement (PACE) program, and undertaken for academic credit as part of the Bachelor of Laws study program. Australian Volunteers International (AVI) partnered with PACE to offer logistical assistance and student training. Pre and post departure training involved modules such as working ethically in developing countries, building cultural sensitivity, and developing self–care practices. In–country training modules included Cambodia's history, current political and social movements, and law and governance in Cambodia. Weekly Khmer language lessons were also undertaken while in Cambodia. The internship was offered to twelve law students who demonstrated academic competency and a broad range of personal attributes including interpersonal and communication skills, commitment to teamwork, cultural sensitivity, leadership, personal drive and motivation. The internship was predominately based in Phnom Penh, and involved travel to Siam Reap, Battambang, and Ratanakiri provinces. This portfolio documents the work undertaken and knowledge gained while conducting legal research at the Jesuit Refugee Service. It ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 46. The Priorities And Objectives Of COMESA Priorities and Objectives of COMESA The Treaty establishing COMESA binds together free independent sovereign States which have agreed to co–operate in exploiting their natural and human resources for the common good of all their people. In attaining that goal, COMESA recognises that peace, security and stability are basic factors in providing investment, development, trade and regional economic integration. Experience has shown that civil strives; political instabilities and cross–border disputes in the region have seriously affected the ability of the countries to develop their individual economies as well as their capacity to participate and take full advantage of the regional integration arrangement under COMESA. It has now been fully accepted ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... The aims and objectives of COMESA have been designed so as to remove the structural and institutional weaknesses in the member States by pooling their resources together in order to sustain their development efforts either individually or collectively. These are as follows: to attain sustainable growth and development of the member States by promoting a more balanced and harmonious development of its production and marketing structures; to promote joint development in all fields of economic activity and the joint adoption of macro –economic policies and programmes; to raise the standard of living of its peoples, and to foster closer relations among its member ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 48. B120 EMA B120 End–of–module assessment Question 1 a) In order to grow the business, I decided to complete a STEEP and SWOT analysis evaluating Bremont's HRM, accounting and finance, and marketing functions. I used my analysis table to identify how the internal and external environmental factors relate to organization 's competitive position in relation to its competitors. S(ociological) – greater numbers of low income groups, wider array of migrants from EU, inequality, geographic mobility, employment, dependence economy, life expectancy rises significantly, Increased division in society T(echnological) – world economy and technical innovation, changing nature of ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Various competitors are entering in market And spy watches WEAKNESS RECOMMENDATION 1 Watchmaking training is a long time process Combining theory and practice with emphasis on training. Making training diverse and interesting, avoid boredom. 2 It is a specialistic business that needs specialistic staff; skills are rare in the market; difficult to find right, highly motivated staff Implementing apprenticeship, recruiting highly qualified employees from countries with a weaker economic situation 3 People cannot make power watches from scratch, creating something precise is not only about money Make it more personal, team building, socialising, recognition, motivating, making staff more involved and feel them contributing, constructive feedback. 4 Building up a luxury brand having no experience in marketing Social networking, advertising campaigns, using celebrities and local celebrities to wear Bremont's watches, seasonal offers while having the constant one, implementing loyalty cards b) It is commonly known that different organisations have their individual cultures. Culture describes who they are and what they stand for. It relates to the organisation 's traditions, customs, beliefs, meanings, morals, ethics, norms, language, shared values and practices. The business culture determines how people communicate within the company. There are numerous factors affecting ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 50. Significance Of Regulating Employee Relations The significance of regulating employee relations cannot be underestimated. A cohesive workforce and harmonious working environment are necessary ingredient for an organization that seeks to grow its potential. As some of the important resources of a company, employees' welfare ought to be of great concern to the company. Making the employee comfortable within the organization starts with ensuring good relations among the workers. The possibilities of constant conflicts and potential disputes at the workplace are enough to make employees resign to move to other companies. Consequently, the high turnover rate damages the reputation of the company, further undermining any growth prospects. Regulation of employee relations is a necessary initiative. In the international spheres, the significance is emphasized by the diversification of cultures of the employees. In managing employee relations at the international level, certain issues take precedent over conventional approaches to employee relations. For instance, security would be a priority concern for workers in a country ravaged by wars or political instability. Similarly, health becomes an important issue in regions prone to constant epidemics. Failure to address such important issues may lead to the departure of employees. The unique resource abilities of specific employees and their potential to drive organizations to success, calls for strategic efforts and initiatives to retain them. Maintaining foreign expatriates in ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 52. Hrm-Ted Baker HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMNT HIGHER DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS (MANAGEMENT) ASSIGNMENT 1 AARON HUGHES C00088546 TED BAKER BACKGROUND SUMMARY Ted Baker is a British clothing retail company that was founded in 1987 by Ray Kelvin, who labels himself "The closest man to Ted". In March 1988, his first store was opened in Glasgow, which was quickly followed by three more stores, where he exclusively offered men's dress shirts, and offered dry cleaning with ever shirt they sold. By 1996, Ted Baker had launched the Ted Baker woman & Ted Baker lite lines in conjunction with opening more stores and starting wholesale trading in the UK and America. In 1997, Ted Baker became a PLC trading and branded itself as "No Ordinary Designer Label". In 1998, ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... This includes government policies on taxation, wage structures, finance and an ethical code of conduct with regards to public policy. Investorrelations (2010) breaks this into sub categories to Ted Baker. * Operational Risks * Cost inflation may increase operating costs due to growth in payroll, property & other costs. This is regularly monitored & a suitable solution is implemented if necessary. * Infrastructure is assessed by the risk committee in future business growth. * Financial Risks * Currency exchange rates and interest rates are dealt with by the Group Treasury to keep within the internal framework. * Insurance cover has been taken out to cover any counterparty credit risk. * Code of Conduct (TedBaker. (2010)) * Employees have to right to join or form trade unions. * Wages and benefits will meet the minimum national legal standard. * Working conditions are hygienic and safe, & no discrimination are practiced. Technology: (Gunnigle, P. Heraty, N. and Morely, M. (2006)) analyse technology as impacting directly on job content and changes in competencies to carry out tasks effectively. Below shows ways where technology is concerned in Ted Bakers: * As stated on (investorrelations, 2010), due to advances in technology, there is the possibility of unintentional loss of controlled data by authorised users. * However, technology ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 54. Human Rights And Non Government Related Essay Abstract Human rights organization, groups or institutions work to protect the right of human and eradicate human rights abuses. Some of these institutions, groups or organization are specific to the type, nature and extent of the human rights law they deal with, while others, tackle issues relating to the whole. The latter is usually very active group as human rights in many ways are affected by the whole process of globalization and capitalism. It is true that the most effect human rights agents are non–government related. This paper will look at one such non–governmental organization (NGO), Anti–Slavery International (ASI). The particulars of the discourse will entail: a brief summary of past work, and, a look into one of their current projects on slavery of overseas domestic workers. The paper will share brief the mission of the organization, a summary of the work they have done for the aforementioned group, share in brief why their work was necessary; as well as, challenges they encountered on the project (campaign) and general, briefly. The issue of human rights has become more prevalent and global since World War II (WW II). Numerous institutions, groups, individuals and organizations have dedicated time, money and effort into seeking to address and solving problems related to human rights, some, to the peril and even loss of their own lives. Protection of human rights though now a global issue, dates back to about 1300 BC, when God reintroduced the 10 ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 56. Liberalism And Economic Liberalism The question of inequality and redistribution is central to political conflict. Caricaturing only slightly, two positions have traditionally been opposed. The right–wing free market position is that, in the long run, market forces, individual initiative, and productive growth are the sole determinants of the distribution of income and standard of living, in particular of the least well–off members of society; hence government effort to redistribute wealth should be limited and should rely on instruments that interfere as little as possible with the virtuous mechanisms of the market. The traditional left–wing position, passed down from nineteenth century socialist theory and trade union practice, holds that the only way to alleviate the misery of the poorest members of capitalist society is through social and political struggle, and that the redistribution efforts of government must penetrate to the very heart of the productive process . In order to ascertain the tensions between social liberalism and economic liberalism, it is important to understand the meaning of liberalism, and how social and economic liberalism have evolved from it. There is difficulty in ascribing a specific definition to liberalism because its meaning changes with the context within which it is used. For example, an economic liberal who sees the welfare state as a usurpation of individual rights may be quite receptive to the use of capital punishment by the state. Thereby accepting the use of state ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 58. Sainsburys objectives! Sainsbury Plc AIMS AND OBJECTIVES The company aim is to provide a world class service to customers by incorporating quality principles with our everyday routine. OBJECTIVES The company's objective is to discharge the responsibility as leaders in its trade by acting with complete integrity, by carrying out its work to the public good and to the quality of life in the community, to provide unrivalled value to its customers in the quality of the goods it sells, in the competitiveness of its prices and in the range of choice it offers. It aims in its stores, to achieve the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, efficiency of operation, convenience and customer service, and thereby create as attractive and friendly a shopping ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... PRODUCTION The products/services offered are a large supermarket, a wide range of food and non–food e.g. cd/video, books, pharmaceuticals, a cook shop, food includes:– bakery, meat, fish produce, dairy, frozen foods, tinned/packets, also a customer restaurant and a petrol station. The location of the company is in Huddersfield – adjacent to the ring road opposite The University of Huddersfield and Oldgate House – same side as Aspley Marina. Reasons why the organisation is located in Calderdale/Kirklees are to provide a service to customers within the geographical area and the suitable density of population. Reasons for this specific site are because of excellent road links for distribution and particularly customers, a good public transport system and land available for sale suitable for new store. The production process is split into Inputs, the Process and Outputs. The Inputs are goods and commodities are received from suppliers and received 24 hours a day.
  • 59. The Process is that when received, all items are counted manually and taken to the warehouse – loaded on to special shelves. Information is recorded on the computer. Each department identifies goods needed. A list is made and items taken for display and sale in the shop. Department staff replenish the shelves when needed under close supervision and management in order to supply a high class service to customers. There is a customer self service – and ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 61. The Theory Of Corporate Social Responsibility Historical background of the development of CSR is almost as important as the ongoing discussion on what CSR is and how and where it should operate. Many scholars argue that these are not interchangeable and need to be assessed in conjunction with each other. For purposes of this paper it is pivotal to look into the past to see what stood behind the broadening of companies' accountability beyond the standard agency theory (limited liability of shareholders for the company's violations or breach and the company's main accountability being towards its shareholders and investors only) to the stakeholder theory (company's accountability towards a broad range of stakeholders, including employees, environment and local communities). The ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... This at the time was widely opposed by proponents of corporate isolation as a highly irrelevant research topic that went in no parallel or connection with the idea of a corporate veil, charter accountability and the sole purpose of any company to bring profits to its shareholders. This reverts us back to the development of a stakeholder theory that gradually gained its speed in the 1970s . It soon found its implementation in Freeman's management discipline , who promoted the expansion of firms' accountability towards a broader range of stakeholders. One of the examples of how attitude towards CSR by multinational corporations has changed was raised by Lee, when he reviewed corporate governance codes and practices of Ford . He used two instances in the history of corporate actions of Ford with an interval of 80 years in between them. Keeping in mind the abovementioned Clark's remarks on corporate accountability back in 1916, this becomes even more educational, as it shows a dramatic change in shareholders' perception of their business as a service to the broader society. There, in 1919 Ford was faced with a lawsuit, as a result of which it agreed to grant Dodge brothers their request to receive maximum dividends . The respective court decision was an indirect ridicule of Henry ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 63. Strategic Human Resource Management Business Management Study Manuals Advanced Diploma in Business Management STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT The Association of Business Executives 5th Floor, CI Tower  St Georges Square  High Street  New Malden Surrey KT3 4TE  United Kingdom Tel: + 44(0)20 8329 2930  Fax: + 44(0)20 8329 2945 E–mail: info@abeuk.com  www.abeuk.com © Copyright, 2008 The Association of Business Executives (ABE) and RRC Business Training All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, electrostatic, mechanical, photocopied or otherwise, without the express permission in writing from The Association of Business Executives. ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... The Strategic Approach to Reward and Recognition Introduction What are the Purposes of Reward and Recognition? How Do We Take a Strategic Approach to Reward and Recognition? How Effective are Financial and Non Financial Rewards? How Do We Evaluate Performance Management? Page 95 96 97 97 99 103 104 105 108 115 117 117 119 121 122 127 130 132 133 135 141 143 149 150 151 153 160 161 162 167 168 169 174 175 178 180 181 182 183 185 187 191 6 7 8 9
  • 64. 10 1 Study Unit 1 Introduction to Strategic Human Resource Management Contents A. Introduction Why is human resource management important? What is Strategy? Are strategies deliberate and planned? What is Strategic HRM? What are the outcomes of an HR strategy? What different models are there of HR strategy? How is Strategic HRM Different from Other Aspects of HRM? So what determines an organisation 's HRM strategy? Is legal compliance strategic? So is responding to ethical issues strategic? So is corporate social responsibility strategic? Page 2 2 3 5 6 6 7 12 12 13 14 14 B. C. D. E. How Does Research Show that Strategic HRM Adds Value to an Organisation? 15 CIPD–Sponsored Research 15 Linking Human Resource Strategy to Performance 17 How Does Strategic HRM Support the Management of Change? What is the relationship between the psychological needs of employees and HR strategy? What are the features we should look for in a well–designed job? Who Holds ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 66. Labour Relations Llewellyn E. Van Zyl 13156217 BSOP 311 Index Nr Page 1.) The Roll Of Trade Unions.............................................. 2 1.1) Introduction....................................................... 2 1.2) What Is a Trade Union......................................... 2 1.3) Why Unions Develop in Society.............................. 3 1.4) Why Do People Join Trade Unions......................... 5 1.5) Functions Of A Trade Union................................. 6 1.6) What is the Structure of a Trade Union.................... 6 1.7) The Shop Steward.............................................. 8 1.8) Trade Union Federations....................................... 9 1.8.1) COSATU................................................ 10 1.8.2) FEDUSA................................................ 10 1.8.3) ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Consequently, tension, irritation and worker resentment is fostered, no matter how in tune management is with human needs. Saner & Voelker (1987, p.63) mentioned another primary source of tension between management and its employees. They stated that tension is also created by the managerial drive to maintain competitive in the production market. It is this aim, to keep costs as low as possible during the production process , where as the workers wants more input for less output this in return fosters a feeling of tension amongst the workers. In small organisations, problems and grievances are handled as soon as they arise. Because there is more direct contact between the managers (owners) and fellow employees. They tend to see the manager as a fellow worker and not as a strict disciplinarian. This, however, differs in large organisations, where personal contact between management and the employees are sacrificed. In many cases the supervisor or foreman knows all the people in his department, but in large organisations he is merely a transmitter of upper management's orders. Red tape in bureaucratic organisations tends to hinder the process of resolvement of an employee's grievances, and this fosters even more tension within the employee. Consequently, production decreases and the organisation suffers. Under these conditions workers becomes dissatisfied with the employment relationship and some form of protest seems eminent. ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 68. How Significant a Role Do Multinational Corporations... How significant a role do multinational corporations (MNCs) play in today's UK economy in terms of their impact on employment relations (ER) and labour conditions? This is the question the paper attempts to evaluate through drawing on academic literature and empirical evidence from the 2004 Wers survey. The first section profiles MNCs in the UK, currently dominated by US and German firms. Following this, there is a brief analysis of employment relations in the UK. The third section reviews literature from leading commentators on the subject, highlighting contrasting views and evidence of foreign IR and ER practices. The fourth section looks at key factors that influence the way labour is managed within MNCs subsidiaries. The country of ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... This stipulates that unions must be recognised in a workplace if there is a majority consensus of employees. The UK is now under EU directives, most recently the information and consultative directive (ICE) which came into force in 2005. This stipulates that companies with more than 1000 employees must establish a works council. This gives the workers rights to information and consultation on company decisions. Employees are also protected by many employment legislations in areas such as discrimination, unfair dismissal, minimum wage and working time regulations, directives from both the EU and the UK. With the general trend away from union involvement and collective agreements there has been a rise in union substitution strategies in the form of HRM policies in domestic firms. ER in Foreign Subsidiaries The following section reviews business systems of different countries that have foreign subsidiaries in the UK and their stance towards trade unions and practices and policies on employment relations. The US is similar to the UK with respect to the national business system. The framework for union representation in the US is weak and the support for collective bargaining is declining. Throughout the 1990's unionization rates have declined rapidly from 30 to14 percent (Policies) in US firms leading to widespread non–unionism and anti–unionism. Do US firms then transfer this stance to their ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 70. Tripartite Relationship SOUTH AFRICAN LABOUR: A TRIPARTITE RELATIONSHIP? G.M. Ferreira Department of Public Administration and Management UNISAABSTRACT T his article contains an overview of the complex network of labour relations dynamics and organizational flow in the new legislative landscape of labour relations. It sketches the hierarchy and protocol of the different protagonists in the labour market and explains the number of principles and influences amidst the myriad of legislative and ad hoc regulatory precepts. It also touches on the impact the general rights of workers and their representative bodies have on the economic forces and health. The article stipulates the sensitive, yet core role that the government has to play in attempting to reach an ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... The political system of governance in a country determines the extent of the involvement of the state in the labour relationship. In a democratic system, the intervention of the state is supposed to be limited. The free market system determines the labour relationship. In this environment the role of trade unions is limited as is that of conflict and industrial action. Labour legislation covers the bare minimum and employers are often only responding to the demands of the market. On the other side of the political spectrum, the state controls and owns all productive resources. The labour relationship is regulated and there is no need for trade unions. Between these extremes, countries have, to a greater or lesser degree, some form of regulation of the labour relationship through legislative frameworks. In advanced democracies, the fundamental human rights of individuals and employees are protected by the constitution. Labour market intervention in these countries is normally because of economic reasons. In South Africa, there has always been state intervention in the labour relationship. During the apartheid era there was a dual system in labour relations. There was a legislative framework governing white workers and a separate framework governing other workers. The implemented recommendations of the Wiehahn Commission in 1979, lead to ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 72. Employees Personal Values Introduction Employee Personal Value Employee personal value or Employee value proposition comprises much more than salaries and benefits, it reflects the entire employment experience at a company including benefits, career development opportunities, rewards, culture, and management style. The employee personal values should align with the company's brand and be reflected consistently to employees. Otherwise, employees may grow cynical about the company and ultimately become less productive or leave the organization entirely. In addition to relevant skills, employers seek employees who have the personal values, characteristics, and personality traits that spell success. Minchington (2005) defines an Employer Value Proposition (EVP) as ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Career Growth The Taj is a brand that combines a wealthy inheritance of carefully takes care of values precipitous in a culture of brilliance with occasions for participating in new outlook of the company growth. The main success factor for the company's growth, are the Taj employee and talent selected for this exciting journey. Taj considers its employees among its most important stakeholders in taking it to new pinnacles of service standards and guest delight. At the Taj, every employee is an envoy of the culture and courage of the Taj. The Taj 'magic' is all about passion in what one is doing, the pursuit of excellence, feeling included, warmth and the highest levels of service standards with a relentless and untiring obsession about delighting the guest. This spirit that rings through the heart of every Taj employee makes the difference between a job in any hospitality company and career with the Taj. To make a career in hospitality industry it offers an opportunity to sharpen the saw of one's own affecting proportion. The Taj compounds this advantage because of the diversity of its products, properties and people. The Taj nurtures a service attitude that demands an approach of being fast and nimble in terms of response time, attention to detail, operational excellence, delayed satisfaction to certify that the guest is pleased at all times and developing one 's social radar through networking skills. The Taj provides its employees freedom and jostle ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 74. Constraints of a Business Plan Constraints That Impact on Implementation. Businesses in general need to take into account that there are a number of constraints that may impact on the implementation of their business plan. Business law exists to ensure that firms can engage in lawful activity without impediment, and to restrain unlawful activity by that or any other firm. Constraints that impact on the implementation of a business plan are categorised into six areas. These are: Legal. Financial. Social. Environmental. Technological. Competitive. I will now evaluate these constraints and discuss how, and in what ways, they may impact on the successful implementation of a business plan. Legal Constraints. Legal changes are happening on ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Otherwise, it is five days from the day the customer receives either a second copy of the agreement or a separate copy of a notice of cancellation rights. Sale of Goods Act 1979. The Sale of Goods Act 1979 is a British Act of Parliament, which regulates contracts in which goods are sold and bought. The Act consolidates the Sale of Goods Act 1893 and subsequent legislation, which in turn consolidated the previous common law. The Sale of Goods Act performs several functions. The Act lays down a small number of compulsory legal rules, but these restrictions are minimal. The majority of the Act is concerned with a vast amount of presumptions and implied terms, which aim to reflect the commercial expectations in the most commonly agreed sales contracts. In the absence of contrary agreement these terms will govern a contract within the Act's remit. The benefits in efficiency, through lower bargaining costs and legal certainty, have led to many adopting the legislation, and versions of the Sale of Goods Act have been adopted in almost all areas of the Commonwealth. The Act applies to all contracts where property in goods is transferred or agreed to be transferred for money. Consumer Protection Act 1989. Consumer protection law is considered an area of public law that regulates private law relationships between individual consumers and the businesses that sell those goods and services. Consumer protection covers a wide range of topics, including but not necessarily ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 76. Ethical And Socially Responsible Business Practice Intro This essay will examine in details the challenges, limitations faced by corporations and the strengths that are drawn from their ethical and socially responsible business practice. In today 's business world, it is difficult for corporations to define what is regarded as a responsible business practice in the areas of ethical and social responsibilities. The hallmark of a good company is to maintain a strong ethical practice, values, policies and social responsibilities that guides its conducts as well as the activities of its employees. Taylor (1975), defined "ethics as the inquiry into the nature and grounds of morality where the term morality is taken to mean moral judgments, standards and rules of conduct". Based on this definition, business ethics can be said to rely on individuals and the business to adhere to high moral principles and judgements. The incorporation of ethics in an organization business values and strategy enables social corporate responsibility to be ingrained in their daily decision making. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) as defined by Carroll (1979) refers to the inclusion of moral, lawful and economical obligations that is expected of a business by the society (Brtitzelmaier, Kraus 2012). Organisations are expected to act responsibly, but many would agree that their actions and policies do have a direct or indirect effect on the society at large and the environment. The success of most organisations is dependent on their corporate ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 78. Role of Human Resource Management in Organizational... ROLE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN ORGANIZATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY IN CONTEXT OF PAKISTAN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Despite some negative perceptions among the international, including European, public, Pakistan has shown remarkable political and economic developments since the late 1990s when the country was on the verge of bankruptcy. With a rapidly growing population of about 150 million, Pakistan is a major country, recognised by the international community, and is one of the most important actors in the Islamic world. Though still having a negative image in global envirement its HR is the silver lining in its current crisis where budding new organizations are coming to the realization of the value of Human Resource Management and hence ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Under this system, the poor receive support. In FY 2002, 1.7 million people benefited from the Zakat Programme. Also various other programmes have been launched to support the Government drive on supporting the poor, through poverty alleviation programmes. There are various state run programmes providing retirement benefits, such as the Employees Old Age Benefits programme, which is available for workers in private sector establishments with a minimum of 10 employees. However, private sector pension funds are rarely put into practice except by large firms. Generally, participation in retirement benefit schemes is low. Under the EOBI programme, for example, only 1.6 million employees (out of an estimated 10 million eligible) were insured at the end of 2000. There is also a pension scheme for civil servants who have worked at least 25 years for the Government. Education Despite notable improvements, literacy rates are still low. According to the last census in 1998, the literacy rate was 43.9% with marked differences between the urban (63.1%) and the rural (33.6%) population. There is also a remarkable gender difference; only 32% of Pakistani women are able to read and write whereas this ratio amounts to 54.8% for Pakistani men. Presently (2003), the overall literacy rate has increased to 51.6%. Pakistani general education comprises twelve years, of which ten years are compulsory. Higher education is provided by universities and ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...