A software firm has lost a major client and the immediate impact is a loss of work.Software programmers are difficult to recruit and train, so the firm is considering alternatives to laying off employees.The company could consider any of the following except
A)asking employees if they are willing to take unpaid leaves to help reduce costs.
B)asking employees to schedule vacation during the period when there is less work.
C)asking employees to participate in a lottery to determine who should be let go (since it is unbiased).
D)asking employees to take a voluntary reduction in pay (or reduced hours of work).
E)All of the above are options for the software firm.

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Asking employees to participate in a lottery to determine who should be let go is not a ethical or effective option as it does not take into account factors such as performance or skill set. Therefore, the best options would be A, B, D or a combination of these alternatives. Offering employees unpaid leaves or reduced hours can help reduce costs without losing valuable talent, while scheduling vacations during periods of lower work demand can also help balance resources. Finally, asking for voluntary reductions in pay is an option worth considering as it allows employees to maintain their jobs while still contributing to the firm's financial stability.

A Software Firm Has Lost a Major Client and the Immediate