Group cohesiveness among quality circle — Factor reduction using eigen values

Abstract

Small Group Activity (SGA) called as Quality Circles is formed by cluster of employees from the same work area who meet voluntarily play a major role in solving work related problems. Hence group cohesiveness among the quality circle members is very essential which impact productivity and performance. Thus the current study identifies the key factors determining the attributes for group cohesiveness of employees using factor analysis and four factors namely i) Relationship and interaction with group members ii) Members are honest and straightforward iii) Personal goal attainment and iv) Level of trust were extracted from the Factor analysis. Employees perception towards advantages of being a part of team has been studied and analytical skill has been considered as the best advantage. The desirable skills set to enhance group cohesiveness of employees as perceived by the employees are studied. This group cohesiveness promotion and SGA and accomplishing performance is a style of management that puts great importance on involvement of employee and actively encourages participation and commitment. So this study deals with Small Group Activity (SGA) in Lucas-TVS, Chennai which is a global Auto industry promoting innovative products and values to customer by employee involvement and commitment, which has been promoted by Small Group Activity, has been selected as a study unit for the current study.