Video Case:    GRAVITY COMPENSATION 

 Purpose:         To assess your understanding of the material presented in the case, its connection to the material discussed in class, and your ability to think critically about the strategic role of Human Resources.

Instructions:   Please watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XiE4WnlqzX4 and answer the questions below. Feel free to do your own independent research for additional information to support your responses.

Content (60 points):

1. Why did Dan Price make this change?
   1. Think beyond the simple problem he was solving and identify the larger goals was he trying to accomplish.
2. If you were the VP of Human Resources, what factors would you need to consider prior to making a change this significant in your organization?
   1. Your response should incorporate theories, concepts, strategies that you have learned about in class
3. As VP of HR, what would you have done differently to accomplish the same overall goal(s)?
   1. Your response should consider the deeper reasons behind the decision to increase employees’ salaries
   2. Your response should incorporate theories, concepts, strategies that you have learned about in class
4. What other types of organizations could successfully make this type of change and which could not. Explain your rationale for both.

Paper Format (15 points):

• Not to exceed 4 typed pages
• Double-spaced
• Font no larger than 12 pt.
• Margins no larger than 1 inch
• No spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors
• Sentence structure and complexity commensurate with your level of education

Grading:        

• Content = 60 points (15 points for each question)
• Format = 15 points