Ask AI: Executive summary concise summary and recommendations for your ethical case study

In this case study, two ethical issues were identified in the context of an organization's HR policies. The first was an unahceivable leave policy which allowed employees to take an unlimited amount of vacation time but then required them to work an excessive number of hours upon returning. This policy was seen to potentially lead to employee burnout and health risks, and it was also seen as not being in line with the organization's mission and values. The second issue was a lack of transparency and communication from the HR department. Employees were not informed about the policy and often had to rely on rumours and hearsay for information. To address these two issues, the organization should: 1. Develop and implement a fair and reasonable leave policy that respects the organization's mission and values and is in line with industry standards. This should include limits on the amount of vacation time an employee can accrue, and clear expectations when it comes to hours worked upon returning from a leave. 2. Increase communication and transparency from the HR department. This should include a better process for informing employees of new or changed policies, regular updates on relevant developments, and an open-door policy to ensure that employees feel they can come to HR with questions or concerns. By addressing these two issues, the organization will be better positioned to support the mental and physical wellbeing of its employees, as well as act in accordance with its values.