Four years ago, executives of Burgerville, a regional restaurant chain, agreed to pay at least 90 percent of health-care premiums for hourly employees who work at least 20 hours a week. Today, the executives say the unusual move has saved money by cutting turnover, boosting sales, and improving productivity.Burgerville say that work ethic translates into higher revenue.
1. What does this story illustrate about a manager's use of financial measures such as turnover?
2. What does this story illustrate about cost control?

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The Answer of Four years ago, executives of Burgerville, a regional restaurant chain, agreed to pay at least 90 percent of health-care premiums for hourly employees who work at least 20 hours a week. Today, the executives say the unusual move has saved money by cutting turnover, boosting sales, and improving productivity.Burgerville say that work ethic translates into higher revenue.
1. What does this story illustrate about a manager's use of financial measures such as turnover?
2. What does this story illustrate about cost control?

Four Years Ago, Executives of Burgerville, a Regional Restaurant Chain