Exploring the Influence of Organizational Policy on Quality of Work Life and Employee Engagement in Nigerian Manufacturing Companies

Abstract

This study delves into the examination of organizational policies and their impact on the quality of work life (QWL) and employee engagement (EE) within manufacturing companies in Nigeria. It seeks to explore the factors within organizational policy that influence QWL and EE, both directly and indirectly. Historically, organizational policies have been formulated solely by management-level staff, yet there is a growing recognition of the benefits of involving all employees in policy formulation or review processes. Against this backdrop, this research investigates the relationships between organizational policy, QWL, and EE. The study assumes that organizational policy plays a significant role in shaping employee QWL and, consequently, their engagement. It identifies four key stages of organizational policy: formulation, adoption, implementation, and evaluation, highlighting the importance of employee involvement throughout these stages. The findings shed light on the importance of organizational policy and QWL in fostering employee engagement and emphasize the need for organizations to prioritize employee participation in policy-making processes.