1) How does each of the following labor force trends affect HRM? (LO 2-1)
Aging of the labor force.
Diversity of the labor force.
Skill deficiencies of the labor force.
2) At many organizations, goals include improving people's performance by relying on knowledge workers, empowering employees, and assigning work to teams. How can HRM support these efforts? (LO 2-2)
3) When an organization decides to operate facilities in other countries, how can HRM practices support this change? (LO 2-5)
4) How is the employment relationship that is typical of modern organizations different from the relationship of a generation ago? (LO 2-7)
5) Discuss several advantages of flexible work schedules. What are some disadvantages? (LO 2-8)