Which of the Following Is Not an Effective Strategy for Downsizing

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an effective strategy for downsizing?

• A) investment in high-involvement work practices
• B) early discussion of downsizing with employees
• C) employee participation in the downsizing process
• D) removal of vertical boundaries
• E) provision of post-downsizing assistance

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