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Chapter 12, Problem 3FD
Summary Introduction
Case Summary:
FF industry is an acronym for frying potatoes and flipping burgers at the fastest rate possible. This industry is usually for those who wish to eat eagerly. The employees in the FF industry are unsatisfied due to various reasons. Harsh working conditions, low-skilled, alienating, standardized, and highly routinized are the words that fit the FF industry. Employees in this industry have the highest turnover ratio. They are so stressed that they have started consuming drugs. Minimum wage earners, no recognition at work, very fewer salaries are de-motivating factors for employees.
Interpretation:
Recommendation on being a consultant of CEO in FF industry.
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