Краткий курс делового английского. Гунина Н.А - 42 стр.

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of Unreason, he says that today more and more people are working in
“shamrock organization”.
The first leaf of the shamrock represents the organization’s core workers.
These employees are usually qualified professionals and managers. They work
very long hours, and in return, receive high salaries and generous benefits.
Work that is not essential to the organization goes to people in the second
leaf of the shamrock. These people are normally self-employed and are
specialists in certain kinds of work. They often sell their services to more than
one organization.
The third leaf of the shamrock is flexible workforce temporary and
part-time workers. The organization saves money because it only employs these
people when it needs them.
B. Compare the shamrock organization with a traditional company.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a shamrock organization
for the following?
advantage disadvantage
For the company
For core workers
For self-employed people
For flexible labour force
SPEAKING
A company reorganization
A traditional company has decided to reorganize as a shamrock
organization in order to cut costs. Work in small groups and discuss these
points. In each case give your reasons.
a) Which of these jobs should you keep in the core?