Problem
MAX Computers manufactures affordable laptops and desktops at its factory in Arizona. The firm has experienced a moderate amount of financial success, but top management wants the firm to grow at a faster rate and become a bigger player in the highly competitive computer market. The firm's greatest problems relate to its employees. Employee turnover is high--most employees leave within two years or less of being hired. Additionally, the rate of productivity among employees is not as high as the executives would like. Thus, the vice president of human resource is considering moving MAX towards a high-performance work system.
Task
I. Identify the main problem facing the top management of MAX Co.
II. Why do think the company is having difficulty deciding what to do to meet its purpose?
III. What is the relationship between human resource strategy and a firm's strategic plans?
IV. What is HPWS? Why is it useful?