Scenario 1.2: HRM Challenges-A Mining Merger
Trimack Resources Inc. ,a Western Canada mining company,bought WestStar Mining,an Eastern Canada company.Ray Morrison,the CEO of Trimack Resources Inc.was focused on ensuring the new business revolved around how well the people side of the merger was handled.Ray felt that it was critical that the two businesses integrated their people.Morgan Grant,the CEO of WestStar Mining was focused on managing the complex financial issues of the merger.Morgan felt that it was critical that the financial reports were in order before they could move forward with their strategic plans.The new HRM department immediately began terminating employees when they noticed that there were several situations where two employees were doing the work of one position.
-Please refer to Scenario 1.2.What is an example of an HR initiative that would support Morgan's approach to the merger?
A)sustainability initiatives
B)careful employee monitoring
C)performance management systems
D)clarifying employee positions and labour costs

Question

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Clarifying employee positions and labor costs would support Morgan's focus on managing the complex financial issues of the merger. By clearly defining job roles and responsibilities, it would be easier to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost savings. This initiative would help ensure that the financial reports are accurate and in order before moving forward with strategic plans.