Vaughn Manufacturing Develops and Manufactures Microphone Components

question 26

Multiple Choice

Vaughn Manufacturing develops and manufactures microphone components. Over the last few years, the firm has made numerous HR changes with the goal of becoming a high-performance work system. Vaughn employees work in self-directed teams, participate in regular training programs, and receive frequent performance appraisals. Vaughn executives want to make sure that the firm's new methods are not perceived as sham unions. Which of the following would most likely help Vaughn accomplish this goal?

• A)allowing employee teams to bargain over wages
• B)increasing committee supervision by managers
• C)electing employee representatives to committees
• D)involving employees in program formation

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