Technological change, product strategies and human resources: defining Anglo-German differences

Article Abstract:

Twenty-six case studies from West German firms and 27 case studies from UK firms were analyzed to determine how microelectronics have affected the firms and to establish whether differences exist in human resources and product strategies between the two countries. Research results indicate that variances exist between the two countries in terms of how technological change has been adapted and how microelectronics diffusion has occurred. Research results also indicate that differences are most visible between the UK and Germany in training and education patterns and personnel policies. In addition, research results indicate there are variances in how often certain product strategies are adopted.

Social policy, Management research, Cross-cultural studies, Cross cultural studies, Germany, West, Corporations, West German

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Microelectronics, skill shortages and training strategies: a study of selected British companies in the high-technology sector

Article Abstract:

The relationship between technological change and its impact on skills and training is examined. Data are drawn from a sample of high-technology companies in Great Britain. The focus is on the trend toward greater customization of high-technology products, and on the growing demand for trained engineers and technicians. The designs and skills needed to produce high-technology products become more integrated as these products become more complex. Hybrid skills training may be needed by high-technology firms. Companies may have to devote more resources to training their in-house technicians when skills are scarce.

Methods, Analysis, Usage, High technology industry, Management, Labor supply, Labor force, Microelectronics

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Strategic choice, organizational change, and training policies: case studies in high technology firms

Article Abstract:

The relationship between training policies, strategic choice and organizational change is examined in British companies dealing with micro-electronic products. The power of the Training Manager to change the organization through human resources management is emphasized.

Organizational change

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