Question: Question 3 Ryan & Lee is a large manufacturing firm that is well known as a 'good employer'. Over the past few years, Ryan &

Question 3 Ryan & Lee is a large manufacturing

Question 3 Ryan & Lee is a large manufacturing firm that is well known as a 'good employer'. Over the past few years, Ryan & Lee has experienced difficult times with reducing sales and mounting losses. In desperation, it employed OD consultants to analyse its situation. The consultants have concluded that the downturn in sales is permanent, and that Ryan & Lee need to reduce its workforce by 50% over the next year in order to survive. Reluctantly, Ryan & Lee's Board of Directors has accepted these findings, including the need to reduce the number of staff. The directors have also agreed to act as honestly and fair but realise that any change they propose will be unpopular and may meet with resistance. a) Explain any TWO (2) forces that cause organisation change in Ryan & Lee. Provide justification to your answer. (5 Marks) b) Suggest any TWO (2) OD intervention strategies that Ryan & Lee can implement to achieve the job reduction needed, given the company's reputation for being a good employer. Elaborate and provide justification to your answer. (8 Marks) (Total: 13 Marks)

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