| People and Technology in the Workplace Contributor(s): National Research Council (Author), National Academy of Engineering (Author), Commission on Behavioral and Social Scie (Author) |
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ISBN: 0309045835 ISBN-13: 9780309045834 Publisher: National Academies Press OUR PRICE: $47.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 1991 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Business & Economics | Human Resources & Personnel Management - Business & Economics | Workplace Culture |
| Dewey: 338.064 |
| LCCN: 91029624 |
| Physical Information: 1.05" H x 6.22" W x 9.26" (1.45 lbs) 336 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Quick introduction of new technology is essential to America's competitiveness. But the success of new systems depends on their acceptance by the people who will use them. This new volume presents practical information for managers trying to meld the best in human and technological resources. The volume identifies factors that are critical to successful technology introduction and examines why America lags behind many other countries in this effort. Case studies document successful transitions to new systems and procedures in manufacturing, medical technology, and office automation?ranging from the Boeing Company's program to involve employees in decision making and process design, to the introduction of alternative work schedules for Mayo Clinic nurses. This volume will be a practical resource for managers, researchers, faculty, and students in the fields of industry, engineering design, human resources, labor relations, sociology, and organizational behavior. |