THE DOWNSIZE OF DOWNSIZING: USING RESEARCH ACTION AS CONSULTING PROCESS

Rodolphe Ocler

Annals of University of Craiova - Economic Sciences Series, 2010, vol. 1, issue 38, 152-161

Abstract: Most downsizing processes prove to be dysfunctional, resulting in high hidden costs. This article aims at identifying how a specific methodology of research action (socio-economic approach to management) can help to overcome those dysfunctions using consultation. It presents the qualitative results identifying major pitfalls following a downsizing process. It then quantifies the impacts of such a process and identifies solutions that can be given using SEAM.

Keywords: research action; downsizing; consultation; hidden costs; survivor analysis (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: M00 M10 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2010
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