ORGANIZATIONA

L BEHAVIOUR II
NAME: ABINAYA S
ROLL NO: RSB09002
CLASS: PGDM A
SECTION
ASSIGNMENT NO :1
CULTURE OF FEAR

Outline:

 Sports Direct: One of the largest sporting goods retailers in the UK with 465 stores
and 29,000 employees.
 'Six Strikes' system: Revealed by The Guardian newspaper, where employees
received strikes for work errors, long toilet breaks, and reported sickness.
 Accumulating six strikes in six months led to contract termination.

Brief Case:

 Sports Direct, a major UK sporting goods retailer with 465 stores and 29,000
employees, implemented a disturbing warning system known as 'Six Strikes,' as
revealed by The Guardian newspaper.
 Employees received strikes for work errors, extended toilet breaks, and reported
periods of sickness.
 To avoid accumulating strikes and potential job termination, employees began
working regardless of their health, leading to increased presenteeism, even in life-
threatening situations, such as employees giving birth in the workplace toilets.
 This culture of fear negatively impacted employee health and well-being.

Opinion/Suggestions:

 This case highlights a company focused solely on production, neglecting employee

welfare.
 Strict laws and measures should be implemented to prevent future employee
exploitation.
ACTIVE CULTURE
Outline:

 Patagonia: A company that allows employees to explore outdoor activities during

work hours.
 Employees engage in activities like fly fishing, surfing, and rock climbing worldwide.
 These activities help employees better understand the products they manufacture.

Brief Case:

 Patagonia is a company that allows employees to explore outdoor activities during

work hours.
 Employees are encouraged to engage in activities like fly fishing, surfing, and rock
climbing worldwide.
 These outdoor experiences play a crucial role in helping employees understand the
products they manufacture.

Opinion/Suggestions:

 Companies like Patagonia should be celebrated for providing employees with ample
opportunities for exploration, contributing to both personal growth and the company's
profitability.