Samsung tightens employee discipline amid chip industry downturn

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Samsung Electronics is taking action to address lax discipline among employees in its device solutions (DS) division, responsible for semiconductor production. The division suffered its worst-ever loss amid the chip industry downturn. Employees are now encouraged to report colleagues neglecting their duties while maintaining anonymity. This initiative follows earlier warnings about issues like sexual harassment and unfair welfare benefits. Young workers had voiced concerns about lax discipline among senior employees. However, there are worries that this approach might harm teamwork. Additionally, Samsung is planning to tighten performance assessments and possibly freeze or reduce wages for underperforming employees. These measures come as the company grapples with significant financial losses in the DS division.
The Korea Times

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