Theory Z
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Theory Z describes on of a number of subsequent developments to the Theories X and Y identified by Douglas McGregor.
The best-known Theory Z was popularised by William Ouchi in his book Theory Z: How American Management Can Meet the Japanese Challenge (1981).
Theory Z's assumptions about employee motivation include:
- A strong desire for affiliation.
- An expectation of reciprocity and support from the employer.
- Valuing a working environment in which values including family, culture, and traditions are considered to be just as important as the work itself.
- Given the right management support, workers can be trusted to do their jobs to their utmost ability and look after for their own and others’ well-being.
