, IOP3706 Assignment 1 Semester 1 2026 - DUE March 2026
QUESTION 1
1. Involuntary Turnover
Involuntary turnover occurs when the organisation terminates an
employee’s contract due to reasons such as poor performance,
misconduct, retrenchment, or organisational restructuring. At Ubuntu
Manufacturing, factors such as automation, cost-cutting measures, and
reduced production demand may result in layoffs or retrenchments.
When employees witness frequent dismissals or retrenchments, they
may experience fear of job loss and job insecurity. This creates
uncertainty about their future within the organisation, which can
reduce morale and increase intentions to seek alternative employment.
As a result, involuntary turnover may indirectly encourage voluntary
turnover among remaining employees.
2. Functional Turnover
Functional turnover refers to the resignation of employees whose
performance is below standard or who do not fit well with the
organisational culture. In such cases, management may view the
turnover as beneficial because it allows the organisation to replace
underperforming workers with more competent employees.
At Ubuntu Manufacturing, employees who fail to meet production
targets, comply with safety regulations, or adapt to operational
procedures may resign due to disciplinary pressure or lack of support.
Although functional turnover can improve productivity, frequent
QUESTION 1
1. Involuntary Turnover
Involuntary turnover occurs when the organisation terminates an
employee’s contract due to reasons such as poor performance,
misconduct, retrenchment, or organisational restructuring. At Ubuntu
Manufacturing, factors such as automation, cost-cutting measures, and
reduced production demand may result in layoffs or retrenchments.
When employees witness frequent dismissals or retrenchments, they
may experience fear of job loss and job insecurity. This creates
uncertainty about their future within the organisation, which can
reduce morale and increase intentions to seek alternative employment.
As a result, involuntary turnover may indirectly encourage voluntary
turnover among remaining employees.
2. Functional Turnover
Functional turnover refers to the resignation of employees whose
performance is below standard or who do not fit well with the
organisational culture. In such cases, management may view the
turnover as beneficial because it allows the organisation to replace
underperforming workers with more competent employees.
At Ubuntu Manufacturing, employees who fail to meet production
targets, comply with safety regulations, or adapt to operational
procedures may resign due to disciplinary pressure or lack of support.
Although functional turnover can improve productivity, frequent
