A Failure of Job Enrichment: The Case of the Change That Wasn't.

Abstract

A job enrichment project undertaken by the management of a stock transfer department of a large bank is evaluated. The project involved creation of semi-autonomous work groups, intended to function as 'miniature stock transfer departments' within the larger department. Quantitative and qualitative data on the effects of the change are reported.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA007356

Entities

People

  • J. Richard Hackman
  • Linda L. Frank

Organizations

  • Yale University

Tags

Readers

  • Metallurgy
  • Occupational Health and Safety.
  • Organizational Process Management (OPM).