In an Organization with Self-Managed Work Teams, One of the Teams

question 49

Multiple Choice

In an organization with self-managed work teams, one of the teams decides that instead of reaching a consensus on some issue, it will simply vote on what to do. The majority then makes the decision. Identify the type of conflict management strategy used in this scenario.

• A) Resolving a problem
• B) Avoiding
• C) Compromising
• D) Forcing a solution

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Definitions:

Seniority Policies

Guidelines within a company or organization that determine the rights and privileges of employees based on the length of their service.

Collective Bargaining

A process of negotiation between employers and a group of employees aimed at agreements to regulate working salaries, working conditions, benefits, and other aspects of workers' compensation and rights.

Open-ended

A term or condition that lacks a definite endpoint or conclusion, allowing for flexibility and adaptation over time.

Grievances

Formal complaints made by employees or unions regarding violations of contracts or unfair treatment in the workplace.