Research Korner: Organizational Development

The Effects of Relationship between the Employer and the Employees in Organizational Development

The Effects of Relationship between the Employer and the Employees in Organizational Development                 Effective and constant communication between the employer and the   employees develops better understanding that leads to productive work. Also, it   develops harmonious relationship that is necessary in organization development.               Organization development (OD) is the process of improving organizations.   It is a carefully planned improvement of an organization’s effectiveness and   viability, as a group and as individual employee or stakeholder. OD involves   consultant work in gathering data to define issues inside the workplace and   finding a suitable course of action. In this case, the organization is assessed in   creating an understanding of the current situation of the enterprise and identifying   opportunities that will meet the business objectives.               Organizational development is intended to be a response for the rapidly   changing business world. It is a complex organizational strategy in changing the   beliefs, attitudes, values and structure of an enterprise in better adaptation to   new technologies, tighter competition, and marketing challenges.               There is an increasing trend in giving more investments on employees.   Studies suggest that lucrative salaries and benefits do not guarantee productive   work. Work challenges, recognition and a sense of accomplishment matter more   in motivating the employees. Thus, organization development responds to these   needs in keeping the performance rate soaring. However, there is more   important factor in organizational development, like the relationship between the   employer and the employees.               The relationship between the employer and the employees is the   foundation of any organization. A healthy employer-employee relationship helps   to build a successful enterprise. An enterprise that is focused on growth and   profits should also give attention in establishing mutual trust with their   employees. It is imperative in continuous development of the organization as a   whole.               Compensations and remunerations are one of the major factors involved   in employment. It’s the obligation of the employer in paying the employees on   time. Withholding salaries does not only violates the law but also destroys the   mutual trust they set upon themselves. Unpaid compensations is not only a legal   issue but also a moral issue as well. It also involves the psychological contract   that even a physical document is not signed, it’s the employer’s propriety in   handing the right amount the employee had worked for.               The treatment of employees is also a major issue in organization   development. Experts claimed that workers’ opposition, militant unionism and   sabotage are results of management mistreatment. Studies also suggest that   companies could have achieved more success if the stakeholders treated their   employees more humanely rather than mechanically. This is directly connected   with the productive work of the employees. Performance rate is higher when   employees are provided with meaningful works and being fairly compensated for   their efforts.               Honesty also takes effect on the employer-employee relations. Notifying   issues inside the organization that will directly affect the employees should be   discussed openly to not create hard feelings among employees. For example, if a   company has financial problems and the compensations would be affected or   even some employees could be possibly relieved, it is better to deliver the bad   news straightly than to withhold information. Employees would appreciate   honesty, rather than keeping information that is not classified at all. There is an   ugly feeling of being left out when you were the last one who knew an issue   when in fact, you should have known better because it concerns you.               Also, honest and straightforward negotiations are required in   organizational development. Honest remuneration packages should not be   violated by the employers. While honest terms of work should be produced by   the employees. Dishonesty in the workplace leads to misunderstandings and   arguments inside the organization.               A formulation of progressive discipline guidelines fosters an orderly and   productive work environment. Rules and regulations should be clear and   understandable, so are punishments and disciplinary actions. Constant   supervision is necessary, including the statement of the problems, solicited view   of the employees, agreement on the problems and plan development.   Documentation should be maintained in keeping the process precise throughout.               Organization development is a complex and tedious process. It definitely involves a lot of investment on time and money. However, despite the toll it will   take on the organization, the benefits that will give on the growth and   development of the enterprise will eventually pay off. Mutual co-existence   between the employer and employees should be recognized, and the relationship   is simply symbiotic of nature.       References:   Employer-employee Strenuous Relationship: Areas of Concern and the Way Forward, Edit Article | July 2010, http://www.articlesbase.com   Organizational Development, http://www.odnetwork.org   Frood, David, The case for a new relationship between employees and employers, http://www.helium.com

The Effects of Relationship between the Employer and the Employees in Organizational Development

The Effects of Relationship between the Employer and the Employees in Organizational Development Effective and con...