Re: 20 Explain two disadvantages to a business of having an inflexible workforce.
Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2025 6:37 pm
[KN] An inflexible workforce cannot easily adapt when the business changes its production process or product type
[APP] if a smartphone company introduces a new design but workers are only trained to make the old model, they will struggle to adjust to the new production steps
[AN] This slows down output and can cause mistakes, leading to lower productivity and delays in delivering new products to the market, reducing competitiveness.
[KN] An inflexible workforce can increase overall business costs.
[APP] in a clothing factory, if workers can only sew but not cut fabric or handle machines, the business may need to hire more people or pay overtime to meet production targets.
[AN] This raises labor expenses, reduces profit margins and limits the businesss ability to invest in better equipment or expansion
[APP] if a smartphone company introduces a new design but workers are only trained to make the old model, they will struggle to adjust to the new production steps
[AN] This slows down output and can cause mistakes, leading to lower productivity and delays in delivering new products to the market, reducing competitiveness.
[KN] An inflexible workforce can increase overall business costs.
[APP] in a clothing factory, if workers can only sew but not cut fabric or handle machines, the business may need to hire more people or pay overtime to meet production targets.
[AN] This raises labor expenses, reduces profit margins and limits the businesss ability to invest in better equipment or expansion