Briefly Describe How "The Unexpected" Makes Short-Term Scheduling at Alaska

question 77

Essay

Briefly describe how "the unexpected" makes short-term scheduling at Alaska Airlines a challenge. Also describe how Alaska Airlines meets that challenge and achieves competitive advantage through short-term scheduling.

Distinguish between nonrandom and random sampling methods.

Analyze the implications of sampling bias on statistical inference.

Identify and describe methods for selecting sample populations.

Understand the distinction between parameters and statistics.

---

Definitions:

High-Performance Work Systems

A set of management practices that attempt to create an environment where the employee has greater involvement and responsibility.

Recession

A period of significant decline in economic activity across the economy, lasting longer than a few months.

Evidence-Based HR

Collecting and using data to show that human resource practices have a positive influence on the company's bottom line or key stakeholders.

Disciplinary Action

Measures taken by an organization in response to employees who have violated policies or expectations.