| Title: |
The End of the Line at Lordstown. |
| Authors: |
Boyer, Ronald K.; Shell, Richard L. |
| Source: |
Business & Society Review (08934398). Autumn72, Issue 3, p31. 5p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Automobile industry; *Automation; Automobile factories |
| Geographic Terms: |
Ohio; Lordstown (Ohio); United States |
| Company/Entity: |
General Motors Corp. 005356613 GM |
| Abstract: |
Focuses on the process of technological and social change at the General Motors Vegas automobile assembly line in Lordstown, Ohio. Impact of automation on employees; Effects of division of labor; Continued refinement of the technology of semi-automated assembly to eliminate more of the most objectionable jobs and reduce worker grievances. |
| Database: |
Business Source Premier |