A Particular Company Operates Several Food Processing Plants Across Canada

question 32

Multiple Choice

A particular company operates several food processing plants across Canada.An internal audit of the company determined that several plants were paying above-market wages while other plants were paying below-market wages.What systemic issue could be causing this situation?

• A) The company most likely uses one pay scale across Canada.
• B) Workers in some of the plants appear to be negotiating higher wages.
• C) Different management strategies are being used in each plant.
• D) The compensation mix is likely the cause.

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Definitions:

Empowerment

The process of giving employees power, resources, and opportunities to make decisions, take action, and contribute to the company's success.

Job Satisfaction

The level of contentment employees feel with their job roles, which can affect their performance and commitment to the organization.

Shared Knowledge

Information or understanding that is accessible to and shared among a group or community.

Innovations

The process of introducing new ideas, devices, or methods to improve something or solve a problem.