Module 12- Organization Behavior
T.D.N.N.Wijepala
PQHRM T39/3550
INSTITIUE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT
A. With reference to the case given under the above module Woolworths Limited is the main largest Supermarket founded in 1924. Under the name of Woolworths there are 175,000 workforce and in more that 700 locations in Australia, Hongkong, Newzeeland, India, Japan and South Africa. Woolworths is one of the companies who are doing the business in Sydney’s Imperial Arcade.
As Australia's largest food retailer and second largest private employer, Woolworths recognizes we have a high level of social responsibility, and we take these responsibilities seriously. We've implemented a broad range of community and environmental initiatives to help give back to our customers and the local communities that support us.
We have a firm commitment to helping our staff through training and development programs, and most importantly, to servicing our customers by providing high quality fresh produce and the best service, at the lowest possible prices.
Woolworths Commitment:
Customers
Across our 810 stores, we serve over 14 million customers every week. We strive to meet the needs of our customers. How do we do this?
Staff
Recognize that our people are crucial to our success, which is why all of our staff have access to the training, education and services they need.
Community
Woolworths is committed to supporting the community, and supports a range of causes through fundraising and charitable partnerships.
Environment
Woolworths are continually investigating new techniques and processes to further improve our level of environmental care and responsibility.
As per the case given this company attempt to increase job satisfaction among its employees a few firms are experimenting with what they called casual or “ Dress Down Days.”.
Company's objective in establishing a casual dress code is to allow our employees to work comfortably and provide