In outlining OAW's initiatives, Manley noted that roughly 5 percent of the nation's businesses claim to be high-performance organizations. We want to encourage more. Thus, the OAW formulated its agenda for the future. Indicators like the rate of turnover, effective training, teamwork, and worker satisfaction need to be added to bottom-line measures used by the financial community in determining a company's health. He included the need for buy-in from stockholders and boards of directors as well.
Small companies supply larger manufacturers, who set terms of business.
Even if small firms implement best practices, they may not have great gains to pass along to workers. The answer lies in identifying best practices, creating an environment in which they can thrive, and getting the word out about what works. They need to hear this message. Diffusion should also be done by those with experience. Show that best practices are the road to high-performance workplaces.