CapraTek, a fictitious technology company, has a long history as a leader in the design and manufacture of computer server components and continues to provide innovative solutions to industry needs. They are currently leveraging this culture of innovation to expand into emerging wireless technologies. As part of that diversification, CapraTek is developing advanced smart-home technology.

Last month, CapraTek announced that it will begin development of an integrated wireless system that will provide seamless integration of virtually all home electronics and appliances. Security, heating and cooling, lights, locks, telephone, home entertainment, computers, and gaming devices all controlled through a single, wireless device and a simple Web-based interface"It's better than a butler; it's Alfred!Alfred! will be produced in a new manufacturing facility currently in the planning phase. Groundbreaking on the new facility is planned within the next 6 months with full operations to be accomplished in three phases over the next 2 years. Distribution of the Alfred! device and components will be through existing distributors and retail outlets.

As part of the HR team, you have been asked to support locating and staffing this new manufacturing facility to meet CapraTek's strategic growth needs. The plan is for phase I to be needed in 1 year, and phases 2 and 3 at 1 year intervals after that. Here are some data you have uncovered when looking at similar CapraTek facilities opened within the last 5 years:

• Phase 1 = 140 production employees.
• Phase 2 = An additional 80 production employees.
• Phase 3 = An additional 120 production employees.

While planning for expansion, CapraTek is also concerned about its hiring and promotion practices at existing facilities. Management has asked for an analysis of the diversity situation in its flagship manufacturing facility. As part of the HR department, you know that CapraTek hires production workers at a semi-skilled level and after 1 year in their position, workers are eligible to apply for a 6-month training, after which they can be promoted to the skilled production worker level. (This promotion comes with a 25 percent pay increase.)

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

• Describe how hiring practices support an organization's strategy.
• Assess CapraTek's hiring and promotion practices to support growth strategy.
• Analyze the impact of legal and regulatory issues on staffing management.
• Analyze the data for evidence of adverse impact using the 4/5ths rule.
• Analyze the data for evidence of adverse impact of employee utilization based on the relevant labor market.
• Analyze the data for evidence of adverse impact with any protected class concentrated in lower-paying jobs.
• Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and professional.
• Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and professional.

I need help with:

• Analyze the data for evidence of adverse impact using the 4/5ths rule. Consider the applicant flow.
• Analyze the data for evidence of adverse impact of employee utilization based on the relevant labor market.
• Analyze the data for evidence of adverse impact with any protected class concentrated in lower-paying jobs.
• Assess CapraTek's hiring and promotion practices to support growth strategy.
• Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and professional.