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Identify the relevant step of implementing high-performance work systems associated with each of the following examples. High-Performance Implementation Step Example When executives at TRW wanted to shift to high-performance work systems, they used employee attitude surveys and data on turnover costs. The data provided enough ammunition to get conversation going about needed changes and sparked some suggestions about how they could be implemented. MacMillian Bloedel formed a joint operations committee of senior management and labor representatives to routinely discuss a wide range of operational issues related to high- performance work systems. Motorola's Indian division strategically recruited its employees and put together a high- performance work system, thereby capturing a significant amount of India's mobile device business. Later, the division discovered that its employees were being hotly sought after by other companies such as Nokia. Consequently, Motorola had to look for new ways to retain and motivate the division's workforce. Building a business case for change Establishing a communications plan Navigating the transition Involving the union(s) in change Evaluating the change Use your knowledge of high-performance work systems to answer the following question. You have been hired as an HR consultant by the senior management team at a medical systems manufacturer to help them to design and implement a high-performance work system for their production facilities in the U.S., Singapore, and Germany. At the meeting, one of the senior managers asks you what kind of compensation initiatives could be built into the system that promote knowledge development. How would you respond? Use an incentive system. Use a recognition system. Use a skill-based pay plan. Institute cost of living adjustments