A Different Approach to Work Discipline

Description

Providing insight into the currently applied models, basic definitions and functions of work discipline systems within organisations, this book analyses the risks, limitations and the potential of developing organisational discipline structures. It examines various examples and manifestations of unethical and criminal behaviour in the workplace and places special emphasis on informal punishment structures and the conditions under which they occur. Difficult topics are tackled including sabotage, theft, bullying, financial fraud, sexual harrassment and blackmail. Assessing the effectiveness of work discipline systems upon organisational behaviour, this innovative book offers practical solutions for managers, as well as new approaches for those studying human resource management. Front Matter ....Pages i-ix The Definitions, Types and Functions of Discipline as Well as Factors Influencing Discipline (Marek Bugdol)....Pages 1-53 Models of Discipline: Self-Discipline and Organisations Without Bosses (Marek Bugdol)....Pages 55-84 The Control and Punishment of Employees (Marek Bugdol)....Pages 85-133 Discipline and the Selected Manifestations of Employee Behaviour (Marek Bugdol)....Pages 135-187 The Role and Tasks of Management (Marek Bugdol)....Pages 189-235 Conclusion (Marek Bugdol)....Pages 237-241 Back Matter ....Pages 243-247