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    The Aberdeen Experiment

    Clawson, James G.

    • Reference: DARDEN-OB-0998-E

    • Number of pages: 28

    • Publication Date: Mar 24, 2010

    • Source: Darden University of Virginia (USA)

    • Type of Document: Case

    • Industry Setting: Manufacturing

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    Description

    This updated version of the popular FMC Aberdeen case (UVA-OB-0385) describes the unique history and management of a startup plant, now owned by BAE Systems, that manufactures guided-missile canisters for the U.S. Navy. Management is minimized; most of the work is done by self-directed work teams. Suitable for courses or modules on organizational behavior, self-directed work-teams, manufacturing, organization design, high-performance workplaces, management, and leadership, the case reviews the plant's history, philosophy, recruiting methods, evaluation procedure, reward mechanism, career development, and information systems.

    Keywords

    culture Employee Selection Hiring Layoffs Morale Teams training turnover