Upload Assignment: Critical Review

1. The increasingly competitive nature of the global economic marketplace has resulted in organizations making continual changes to their workforce requirements. This relentless focus on quality and cost has destabilized many organizations, affecting their ability to offer long-term, secure employment to their employees.
   
   During this assignment, you will explore and explain the best practices to follow in the unfortunate circumstance where a reduction in workforce is necessary within an organization.
   
   Begin by accessing the Excelsior College Library to find reliable and scholarly articles related to this assignment to expand upon the key topics. Write and submit a critical review of approximately 250-300 words. Be sure to follow the APA style (6th edition) for writing and include at least one relevant citation for your submission.
   
   Include the following:
2. Positive and negative consequences of a reduction in workforce
3. Address credible alternatives to a reduction in workforce