Until recently, TrueTime International produced personal computers on an assembly line with each worker performing only one simple task. Three months ago, the company began allowing individual employees to assemble entire computers, test all of the components, and even install the software that TrueTime includes with each of its computers. TrueTime's new production method is an example of:

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Job enlargement is the process of adding more tasks and responsibilities to an employee's job. In this case, allowing individual employees to assemble entire computers and perform additional tasks such as testing and software installation is an example of job enlargement. The previous assembly line method involved workers performing only one simple task, so the new production method broadens the scope of their responsibilities.

Until Recently, TrueTime International Produced Personal Computers on an Assembly