Measuring stress in female workers: Indian authors developed scale to measure stress levels among female workers in Bangalore’s garment industry

Abstract

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Researchers from India have constructed a scale to measure organizational stress among women workers in the garment industry. The scale was found to be reliable and valid for the purpose. The analysis identified the main causes of stress as job-related stress, organization-related, social and personal. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.