Uber Drivers

In Singapore, the taxi industry was highly regulated and organized. Drivers are required to hold a valid Taxi Driver's Vocational License which could be obtained after completing their training course at the Singapore Taxi Academy and passing a theory test. Comparatively, Taiwan drivers only need to pass a basic driving test to become a cabbie. This difference in credentials shows the control and regulatory differences between the two cultures in the taxi industry. As a result of the rules and regulations in Singapore and the lack of rules and regulations in Taiwan, the regions gain two completely different types of taxi drivers. The Singapore taxi industry acquires employees that are professional and dedicated to their job because they see it as a career. The drivers there plan on staying in the profession for an extended period of time. In Taiwan the lack of rules and regulation in obtaining professional licenses

Los Angeles and San Francisco district attorneys filed an amended civil complaint against Uber this week, for not properly conducting the required criminal background checks on individuals who apply to become an Uber driver. The initial complaint was filed in December 2014, but after the district attorneys discovered 25 Uber drivers with criminal records has been hired in their cities, so they took action and filed the amended complaint.

The reason behind company taking this action is nothing but they want their passengers to experience safe and comfortable ride and they don’t want them to face any risky situations when they are on drive. This shows that the main thing is about having safe drive and you need to be careful about all these stuff. There are some news spreading that the new rules adopted by the Uber was because of an incident which took place in Charleston, South Carolina where there was an open fire done by 21year old white man in the black Church, this one small single tragedy ended the lives of nine people, but words from Uber is that the act passed by them was not based directly on that shooting, Since the new rules came into existence on June 10th almost a week before that incident took place.

On one hand, in the last couple of years, there are some criminal activities endanger passengers by Uber’s drivers (Picchi, 2014). Because of these horrible things happened not only let Uber company lost a lot customs but also bring shame on Uber company (Picchi, 2014). Even though Uber claims they are going to do more background checks for drivers, the background checks cannot include all the aspects for the drivers (Picchi, 2014). About driverless cars there also some problem regard to safety problem for example: villainous weather, puddles on the street (Boudette,

“It’s a simple experience and a much more pleasant way to get a ride than stepping onto a busy street and waving at oncoming traffic” (Stone, 2014, p. 53). It is convenient for both the employee and customer to arrange a ride, which makes Uber preferable. Additionally, the employees of Uber are given more benefits than the employees of taxi companies. For example, Uber issues an iPhone with the Uber software, free gear to secure it to their windshield and an hour of orientation (Stone, 2014, p. 52). It is this simplicity that appeals to people seeking employment. They are also using a platform that is accessible to many of their customers, because, as of 2015, “64% of American adults now own a smartphone of some kind” (Smith, 2015). Since their focus is on luxury, innovation, and results, they have transformed the public transportation system in their favor.

Although Uber notifies their customers of the increased pricing structure when ordering a car service during these premium rate spikes a notification will pop up and the customer must acknowledge and accept price increase before moving on to the order screen which then connects you to a driver. This surge pricing has made many customers upset but it is something that has been done in many industries to compensate for slow demand, the airline and hotel industries have been doing this for years an yet they do not receive the outcry of complaints that Uber has received.

Establishing a well-structured driver network is a key step in Lyft’s strategy to expanding in London market. As drivers facilitate the cash flow of the ridesharing business model: having more qualified drivers in the network will help ensure revenues are maximized and ensure further growth. To attract and retain drivers, Lyft should implement good incentive plans for its prospective drivers and ensure the company driver policies are transparent. Regarding driver policies, Lyft will continuously reinforce that their drivers should be held up to higher standards and need to be respectful and reliable, especially since they bear the responsibility of driving cash flow into the business. Penalty and enforcement policies should also be made clear.

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Uber as a business have conducted and implemented many harmful tactics and policies. The primary issue that Uber has been deemed harmful are Uber taking and requiring all drivers to accept the percentage cuts. In addition, the higher percentage cuts will be deduct from each earned revenue the driver obtain while driver for Uber. This is a very harmful tactics

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There have been several instances of driver misconduct that have resulted in the Uber being held liable. This communication is an attempt to provide clarity to drivers and affiliates as to how misconduct affects the whole team. The main principles of Uber will be discussed as well circumstances that can result in company liability. Lastly, policies implemented in order to minimize liability is discussed.

Furthermore, the rate of on the job accidents and injuries is likely to increase due to the use of alcohol. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, between 10 and 20 percent of workers who die on the job test positive for alcohol or other drugs, and cites construction, mining, and manufacturing – some of the industries which are already at a high risk for occupational

Uber human resources utilize many tactics to control all drivers and passengers. In addition, Uber is widely known for allowing all drivers to be their own independent contractor. However, the issue that occur is that Uber does not compensate drivers for gas usage or provide incentives to keep up maintenance with driver vehicles. Beside, that Uber has many human resources tactics that has lead Uber to be a company that acquire and retain drivers. Due to the fact that Uber offers driver with many incentives and benefits. Furthermore, the primary human resource tactic that is strongly implemented is during the initial request between driver and passenger. During

Not become intoxicated or otherwise impaired while at work and so endangering themselves and others.