In many car manufacturing companies, the employees are required to work overnight shifts to satisfy the demand of their consumers. This was the case in Asian countries, as they work hard to compete with American and European car manufacturers. However, South Korean companies, such as Kia and Hyundai, are now looking to end overnight shifts, something that their employees have wanted for a while now.

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Although some people may think it’s unwise for companies like Kia and Hyundai to cut overnight shifts, as this may put a delay on production, but this is something that their employees have been requesting for some time. In class, I have learned that it important to satisfy not only your customers, but also your employees. Employee satisfaction leads to better and healthier work environments, therefore the happy employees will do their job better.