High-performance work systems: What you need to know

Introduction

The purpose of this white paper is to describe the essential components of high-performance work systems and to show why, in today's knowledge, wisdom, and information-based economy, companies should create partnerships with their employees. Additionally, understanding current research findings on this high-trust, high-empowerment management philosophy may help business practitioners avoid the pitfalls that "common wisdom" may lead to; organisational dysfunction and decline.