IGCSE, A Level Business Student Forum

Q19 Analyse the disadvantages of a ‘part time employee’. [6]

[KN] May not be available for company’s meetings /discussions (lesser feedback for business)
[AN]
[AN+]

[KN] In case of higher demands of employees by competitive firms, they may seek for additional amount at start of a peak seasons (increased costs for business)
[AN]
[AN+]

[kn] may not be available for company meeting's
[an]the individual may percieve less as less commited or engaged inthe company activity which can effec their career advancement and growth
[an+] thus high chances that company miss employee information which might be important for company


[kn] in case of higher demand of employees by competitive firms ,they may seek for additional amount at a start of a peak season
[an] this will increase the labor cost of the emploee and also increase in cost of production bcz of which business might fluctuate its prices in order to cover the cost
[an+] thus high risk of loose cstomer and less customer loyaly

[KN] May not be available for company’s meetings /discussions (lesser feedback for business)
[AN] part time workers may not be available for company meetings, leading to less feedback.
[AN+] this could make it harder for everyone to work together and decide on things.

[KN] In case of higher demands of employees by competitive firms, they may seek for additional amount at start of a peak seasons (increased costs for business)
[AN] When many companies want to hire workers during busy times, those workers might ask for more money.
[AN+] This can make the business spend more, affecting its money situation during busy seasons.

[KN] May not be available for company’s meetings /discussions (lesser feedback for business)
[AN] this would result in communication problems
[AN+] this would result in products that dont meet firm requirements or customer requirements

[KN] In case of higher demands of employees by competitive firms, they may seek for additional amount at start of a peak seasons (increased costs for business)
[AN] this may be a jealousy factor among other employees
[AN+] this would demotivate other employees worsening their ability to produce

[KN] May not be available for company’s meetings /discussions (lesser feedback for business)
[AN] : Part time employees may have less visibility into the company's overall strategies, goals, and culture, limiting their ability to provide meaningful feedback and integrate effectively into the team.
[AN+] Limiting the input and feedback of part-time employees can hinder the company's ability to adapt to changing market conditions and develop innovative solutions.

[KN] In case of higher demands of employees by competitive firms, they may seek for additional amount at start of a peak seasons (increased costs for business)
[AN] Part time employees may seek higher compensation or additional benefits during peak seasons when their demand is higher, leading to increased labor costs for businesses.
[AN+] Increased labor costs can squeeze profit margins, making it challenging for businesses to maintain profitability during peak seasons.

[KN] May not be available for company’s meetings /discussions (lesser feedback for business)
[AN] Part-time employees may have limited availability, making scheduling and coverage challenging.
[AN+] Limited availability may lead to gaps in service, delays, or difficulties in coordinating team efforts.

[KN] Communication Challenges
[AN] Part-time employees may face challenges in staying informed about company updates and changes.
[AN+] Communication gaps can result in misunderstandings, reduced team cohesion, and potentially affect overall productivity.

[KN] May not be available for company’s meetings /discussions (lesser feedback for business)
[AN] This means that the chances if communication problem would be increased due to lower interaction between the workers.
[AN+] This would result in making the business management worsen.
[KN] In case of higher demands of employees by competitive firms, they may seek for additional amount at start of a peak seasons (increased costs for business)
[AN] This means that there might be a jealousy factor among other employees.
[AN+] This would lead towards demotivating other workers.

[KN] May not be available for company’s meetings /discussions (lesser feedback for business)
[AN] This will make sure availability of gaps and communication problems.
[AN+] Thus total efficiency and productivity may be compromised, hindering culture of growth with continuous improvement.

[KN] In case of higher demands of employees by competitive firms, they may seek for additional amount at start of a peak seasons .
[AN] This will increase costs for a business
[AN+] Thus the business is likely to keep less profits for them, hence reducing their ability of enjoying it.

[KN] May not be available for company’s meetings /discussions (lesser feedback for business)
[AN] shortcomings in their work since they would lose out on important information
[AN+] leading to less productivity as theyd have a hard time keeping up

[KN] In case of higher demands of employees by competitive firms, they may seek for additional amount at start of a peak seasons (increased costs for business)
[AN] business is likely to suffer from decreased profits during this time in order to cope with the issue at hand
[AN+] this may lead to other employees demanding wage raise leading to a financial crisis

[KN] May not be available for company’s meetings /discussions (lesser feedback for business)
[AN] They may not be actively involved in the business during difficulties or miss major important decisions
[AN+] Making them unaware and clueless of certain stuff leading to miscommunication and might cause disruption in operations

[KN] In case of higher demands of employees by competitive firms, they may seek for additional amount at start of a peak seasons (increased costs for business)
[AN] It may lower the profit margin of a business and other workers may also demand for a higher wage
[AN+] Increasing stress for the business and demotivate other employees

[KN] May not be available for company’s meetings /discussions (lesser feedback for business)
[AN] will not work which was planned so disturb the production process
[AN+] increase lack of teamwork and coordination

[KN] In case of higher demands of employees by competitive firms, they may seek for additional amount at start of a peak seasons (increased costs for business)
[AN] this will reduce there profit as the expense are relatively higher then before
[AN+] which will waste the hard work of other employee as the sales target were on the right position but the cost was higher which will demotivate them