High Performance Work Systems And Abusive Supervision: The Influence Of Organizational Structure

Abstract

In the last 20 years a substantial amount of research has examined the inf luence of high performance work systems (HPWS) on organizational performance. HPWS are human resource systems “that enhance employee competencies, commitment, and productivity” (Posthuma, Campion, Masimova, & Campion, 2013, pp. 1184-1185). Research demonstrates a consistent positive relationship between HPWS and firm performance (Combs, Liu, Hall, & Ketchen, 2006). Studies have also examined the effect of HPWS on individual-level attitudes and behavior (Combs et al., 2006). Indeed, the inf luence of HPWS on organizational performance is theorized to be mediated by increased employee knowledge, skills, and ability; increased motivation and commitment; and greater empowerment (Combs et al., 2006; Delery & Shaw, 2001). In this chapter we consider the potential of a darker side to HPWS-their inf luence on abusive supervision and aggressive or abusive work climates.

Publication Date

1-1-2016

Publication Title

Understanding the High Performance Workplace: The Line Between Motivation and Abuse

Number of Pages

277-300

Document Type

Article; Book Chapter

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315755144-23

Socpus ID

85087761872 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/85087761872

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