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Organizing the Research Paper
Company XXX's Workplace Violence Prevention Proposal
RES341
University of Phoenix Online
October 29, 2007
Introduction
This research project is based on XXX; a well known company which is a global leader in pharmaceuticals, consumer and animal healthcare products. At XXX Pharmaceuticals, the vision is to lead the way to a healthier world. The organization is committed to attaining this vision by making quality, integrity and excellence the distinguishing marks of the business. Through recruitment, development and motivation of the best people, XXX is continually growing and improving the pharmaceutical business.
Problem Statement
The problem is that it is unknown if the issue is not researched, addressed and a solution is not found. Due to XXX's downsizing plan and the possible closing of the RP plant, workers are experiencing low-morale and conflict within the facility. Management has chosen over the years to ?sweep' personal conflict situations under the carpet by simply switching workers to other departments instead of dealing with the issue head-on. This ?quick' fix is becoming a problem as with the decline of workers, there is a decline of available jobs in other departments to send individuals who do not get along.
In 2005, XXX announced its decision to close the RP plant and relocate OTC and RX manufacturing processes from X STATE to Y STATE, and off-shore. This move and plant closing is scheduled to be completed at the end of 2009. Downsizing is described as the organized reduction of a workforce through a set of activities by which organizations plan to enhance efficiency and operations (Shay, Rita, Gedalihau, Daphna, 2006). XX ...