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Case Study Engstrom Auto Mirror Plant

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Case Study Analysis: Case Study of Engstrom Auto Mirror Plant and [Workplace]

Sierra J. Campbell
Southern New Hampshire University
OL 500: Human Behavior in Organizations
Dr. Denisia Dunmore
July 16th, 2023

Introduction of Case Study Analysis
Organizational Issues The case study of the Engstrom Auto Mirror Plant: Motivating in Good Times and Bad presents an irrefutable examination of the organizational issues affecting employee motivation and productivity in this business. By analyzing the obstacles faced by the auto mirror plant, one can begin to unveil the critical factors contributing to the decline in motivation and propose effective solutions. By understanding the complexities of motivating employees in both good and challenging times, …show more content…

Employees felt uninformed about important decisions and lacked clarity on their roles and expectations. For example, when there were changes in work processes. The study shows that there were changes in Engstrom yet, these changes were not effectively communicated to the employees. As a result, employees found themselves unaware of the revisions and found it difficult to adapt to the new procedures. This lack of information sharing caused disruptions in their workflow (Beer & Collins, 2008). Another issue found in the company would be their product quality issues. The case study suggests that there was an evident lack of accountability amidst employees for ensuring product quality. When employees do not feel responsible or invested in maintaining high standards of production, it is displayed through an overall decline in product quality (Beer & Collins, …show more content…

The participative model of organizational behavior emphasizes the involvement of employees in the process of making decisions and encourages their continuous participation in crafting the organization's direction. This model recognizes the value of employee input, thoughts, and perspectives in achieving organizational goals and fostering a positive work environment (Newstrom, 2015). In the Engstrom study, the Scanlon Plan is described as a tool to foster teamwork and communication. Constant meetings were conducted where employees would share their suggestions, concerns, and new ideas. This participative approach would allow employees to have a voice in shaping the organization and would contribute to a sense of shared responsibility for achieving performance targets. It also aimed to supply shared rewards based on improved productivity and performance (Beer & Collins, 2008). This participative model ensures that employees take a partnership in the organization's success, as they benefit from the gains made through their collective efforts giving an “all for one mentality” amongst the

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