Avoiding the loss of a gain: retaining top managers in an acquisition
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The question of management retention following a merger or acquisition is a crucial human resources (HR) issue. The retention of top acquired management is closely linked to the method of integration strategy. The essential aspect is that the acquiring company balance the perceived level of necessary control with the granting of a measure of autonomy that allows the acquired management to operate effectively.
Publication Name: Human Resource Management
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0090-4848
Year: 1990
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Causes of employee theft and strategies that HR managers can use for prevention
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The various causes for employee theft are discussed and guidelines for theft prevention strategies are offered. Causes include employee personality characteristics, flaws in the company's control system, and the social environment. Prevention strategies may range from top-down control to trust-building experiences for employees and managers.
Publication Name: Human Resource Management
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0090-4848
Year: 2000
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Managing harassment
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This article discusses ways organizations can manage increasing numbers of sexual harassment complaints by fostering compliance with the law and creating non-hostile working environments. An analysis of Supreme Court decisions relating to human resource management is presented.
Publication Name: Human Resource Management
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0090-4848
Year: 2001
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