Making people and machines compatible

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The best companies strive to adjust machines and workspace to meet their workers' needs. To maximize worker health and productivity, these firms minimize repetitive tasks and balance privacy and group interaction.

Management, Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health

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Managing by listening

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Eliciting and considering employees' suggestions helps management maintain employee support and motivation. A Software Business Technology Corp CEO relaxed the dress code in response to employees' suggestions.

Prepackaged software, Computer software industry, Software industry, Column, SBT Accounting Systems Inc.

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The rising tide of older workers

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An aging workforce is prompting companies to improve how they manage older workers. Between 1970 and the year 2000, the median age of employees will increase from 28 to about 40.

Aged, Elderly, Cover Story

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