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Appendix G - Measures for Assessing the Sociological and Psychological Impacts of ITs on the Work Force
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The sociological and psychological impacts of ITs on the work force can be assessed using the multi-item constructs developed by Groebner and Merz (1994) (Table G1).

 

Table G1. Sociological and psychological impacts.

ImpactMeasure
Group effectivenessGoal clarity
Individual participation
Acceptance of feelings
Problem diagnosis
Leadership
Decision-making
Mutual trust
Creativity and growth
Organizational climateConformity required
Personal responsibility
Standards
Rewards given
Division clarity
Warmth and support
Leadership accepted
Job descriptionRequired to work closely with others
Autonomy in your job
Doing a whole piece of work
Variety in your job
Feedback from job itself
Job satisfactionJob security
Pay and fringe benefits
Personal growth
Co-workers
Respect from boss
Accomplishment
Meeting others
Support from boss
Fair pay
Independence
Helping others
Challenge
Quality of supervision






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