Organizational Dynamics articles from September 1994

Organizational Dynamics archives from September 1994

Avoiding the corporate dinosaur syndrome.
September 22, 1994... Here are the danger signs of a condition that affects many large corporations--and advice on how to correct it. Every large corporation faces the possibility of evolving into a "dinosaur"--of becoming so big, cumbersome, and highly adapted...

Rightsizing: building and maintaining strategic leadership and long-term competitiveness.
September 22, 1994... Reductions in force continue apace, despite the fact that broad-scale staff cuts seldom help a company achieve its objectives. New field research shows how a strategic approach--"rightsizing" rather than "downsizing"--can make a difference....

The new learning strategy: anytime, anything, anywhere.
September 22, 1994... Successful companies develop a strategic intent to learn, a commitment to continuous experimentation, and a willingness to learn from experiences. The Akihabara section of Tokyo is probably the most advanced customer electronics shopping...

Managing temporary workers: a permanent HRM challenge. (human resource management)
September 22, 1994... Ongoing research highlights areas of discontent among temporary employees--and suggests how employers can improve morale and commitment within this segment of the workforce. "The U.S. is going from just-in-time manufacturing to just-in-time...