Public sector restructuring: the human dimensions

Abstract

Points to the restructuring which is continually happening in government departments and agencies, and looks at what outplacement services have to offer: redundancy counselling, group seminars, workshops, career planning, job skills/experience analysis, job search facilities, negotiation with trade unions, general advice on a wide range of issues, and preparation for the transition into private sector employment. Drawing on the author’s own experiences at the FOCUS Consultancy, cites case examples, showing the wide variety of outplacement programmes tailored to individual or company needs. Highlights the benefits to management in maintaining morale and management credibility.