Employees Relations

Question 1

What are the impacts of positive employee relations?

Answer 1

• Employees will have their chance to discuss changes or grievances so will feel happier and more secure in the workplace.
• Disputes are less likely to arise as the workers will have been consulted and understand why changes are necessary.
• the workforce will be committed to the organisation and will help ensure it meets its objectives.
• It will be easier to introduce change within the organisation as staff will be more flexible with suggestions from management.
• The organisation will gain a good image for treating its employees correctly and maintaining good employee relations. Customers, investors and potential employees might be attracted to the organisation.

Question 2

What are the impacts of negative employee relations?

Answer 2

• Poorer employee performance due to low morale.
• Increases staff turnover as employees leave for a better work environment.
• Increased staff absenteeism.
• Less co-operation of staff during periods of change.
• An increase in grievances and discipline problems.
• Industrial action, for example, in extreme cases:
  Strike - employees stop working altogether.
  Go slow - work at a slow rate to reduce productivity.
  Work-to-rule - complete only the tasks and hours in contract.