What are the major waves of change that are part of the challenges of managing a business in the new competitive landscape? (Choose every correct answer.)Multiple select question.Workforce diversityGlobalizationCollaboration across organizational boundariesCost competitivenessThe importance of knowledge and ideasEmotional intelligenceTechnological change

Select all that applyThe shift from traditional manufacturing industries to high-tech and service industries challenges human resource managers to:Multiple select question.recognize that a company's people are its ultimate resourceput less emphasis on retaining employeesre-train workers for more challenging jobseliminate training and re-location costs

The common traits of companies successful in adapting to change include which of the following?Multiple select question.having had a close call with going out of businesslistening to customersmaintaining the status quohaving inspirational managers

5. How does technology impact workforce demographic changes in strategic human resources management? A. It decreases workforce diversity B. It increases generational gaps in the workforce C. It reduces the need for talent acquisition D. It promotes inclusivity and flexible work arrangements

Multiple Select QuestionSelect all that applyWhat are three benefits of fostering and valuing workforce diversity?Multiple select question.Reduced conflict among employees from different backgroundsIncreased innovation and creativityLess productive use of the company's human resource departmentElimination of discrimination in the workplaceAbility to better serve a diverse customer base

Many executives believe that a diverse workforce boosts innovation because: A: People from poorer countries have to be more creative to survive. B: People from different backgrounds have to work much harder to communicate. C: Many unique perspectives contribute to a better solution. D: Those who think exactly the same develop the most robust ideas.