We do have standard procedures and rules and regulations. The underlying principle is to keep them to
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We do have standard procedures and rules and regulations. The underlying principle is to keep them to a minimum, and it’s about questioning why we need them. If there’s a business reason why that is the best way to deal with it, then we’re not afraid to put in policies and procedures, for example ISO 9001 (a widely adopted industry standard to demonstrate a company manages quality systematically). There is a mentality that people understand the need for processes when there’s something tangible. In manufacturing, people accept that that is required. Less so in areas like HR, where there is a reluctance to do anything that people would see as a limiting structure. If it increases profits, protects health and safety,
and if people can see tangible results, then there really isn’t too much of a problem. The buy-in is absolutely essential. You get buy-in by speaking to a few key influencers. You make a judgement about who is key to getting this project through, trying to see where opposition might come from, and trying to deal with it before you actually impose the procedure. You don’t need to get everyone committed – apart from those who actually have to do something. Buy-in is willingness to accept and to put effort in on behalf of the team.
Freedom of choice is not total. People will be asked at some point to go on a work commitment by the leader of a business group. When there is a pressing business objective, someone leading a commitment will find the right person for the job, in a way that is best for them and the company. Leaders may be appointed because people recognize they have exercised leadership within their function (say, as a chief chemical engineer). It could be that each plant has an overall business leader. We have a business leader for industrial filtration and, if there was particular skill needed on an area of work, he may decide to ask somebody to commit that,
Case questions 14.2
1. In terms of Table 14.1, which outcomes does Gore’s method of influencing appear to be securing?
2. Which of the ‘big five’ traits would you expect to find amongst associates in leadership positions at Gore?
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Solution 1 Introduction to Gores Principles Gore has devised an organizational culture where there i... View the full answer
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