Problem
Redundancy of workers
Other Names:
Redundancy of human resourcesRedundancy elimination
Dismissal of workers to improve profitability
Premature termination of employment
Outplacement
Lay-off from work
Retrenchment
Fired from work
Laid off
Nature:
Workers may be dismissed for reasons of redundancy because of a reduction in the amount of work of an enterprise, or as the result of the introduction of computers and automated equipment which eliminate certain jobs. In deciding which workers are to be retained, preference is usually given to workers of higher qualification and labour productivity, though redundancy usually strikes at those with less time in the job, who are often immigrants and young people.
Broader Problems:
Depressed industriesUnjust dismissal of workers Narrower Problems:
Compulsory retirementReduction of workforce in enterprises Subject(s):
Commerce → FinanceReligious Practice → Laity
Social Activity → Employment
Social Activity → Human resources
Social Activity → Unemployment
Social Activity → Work
Social Activity → Workers
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
D: Detailed problems Date of last update
20.05.2019 – 17:12 CEST