The anorexic organization

Article Abstract:

The cost-reduction efforts of companies are likened to the obsession of some young people with losing weight. Like anorexic people, firms suffering from 'organizational anorexia' see leanness as the solution to all of their problems and pursue it even at the expense of their long-term stability. Instead of making the company 'leaner and fitter,' excessive cost-cutting can weaken its ability to deal with the very important problem of income generation. Anorexic organizations may grow so weak that they may not be able to fight off bankruptcy or acquisitions. Before implementing drastic cost-cutting measures, an organization must first identify its problems and their real causes. Determining the actions that can remedy these problems comes next. It is also important for the organization to have an attainable goal. Human resource practitioners have a significant role to play in the process of recovery.

Influence, Business failures, Cost control

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Women and diversity in ADR: a roundtable

Article Abstract:

Techniques can be employed to increase the number of women and minorities as alternative dispute resolution (ADR) professionals. Mentors can help educate women and minorities. The achievements of women and minorities can be publicized. The American Arbitration Association (AAA) should recruit more women and minorities to their roster of neutrals. The ADR community should be educated about diversity.

United States, Demographic aspects, Panel Discussion, Arbitrators, American Arbitration Association

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The price of pro$perity is often war

Article Abstract:

An analysis of the reasons behind economic collapses. It is noted that global conflicts are often the reason for major economic slumps, however, it is pointed out that as warfare grows cheaper this could change. The cost of WWII is estimated at US$4,700 billion while the current conflict in Iraq is estimated to have cost US$20 billion.

Economic aspects, Causes of, Wars, War, Financial crises

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