Industrial Technology

Industry study

Outline the benefits of a supportive workplace culture.
The benefits of a supportive workplace culture include:
- higher levels of commitment to the organisation
- lower intention to leave the organisation
- higher levels of job satisfaction
- lower levels of stress
- the experience of less conflict between work and family responsibilities.
What are the things the author describes as the "cultural artefact" of an organisation?
The ‘cultural artefacts’ described are:
- myths and sagas
- symbols, rituals and ceremonies
- use of physical surroundings

List the different cultural "models" she outlines here.
The traditional cultures described are:
- Hard work culture
- Be seen culture
- Don’t question culture
- Us versus them culture
- Old school culture
List the new cultural models Schmidt describes as necessary in today"s organisations.
- Results not effort
- Feel at home
- Work anywhere, anytime
- A happy person is a productive person

List the three key elements that contribute to a positive family friendly workplace culture.
The three key elements are:
- a supportive workplace
- good communication
- teamwork