摘要：The purpose of this study is to explore how organizations in Northeast Florida are
managing downsizing during an economic recession. This research analyzes the concept of
ethical integrity defined by Weber (2001). Ethical integrity addresses six considerations: (a)
selection (b) communication; (c) process; (d) transition and transfer; (e) the rebuilding of morale
among remaining employees; and (f) pastoral/spiritual reality. Based upon the results of the
survey, it appears as though the phenomenon of downsizing and managerial/employee
perceptions could be classified as a causal relationship. Though organizations in Northeast
Florida are displaying best practices relating to the areas of selection, communication, and
transfer processes, they appear to be struggling in the areas of process, rebuilding of morale, and
pastoral/spiritual reality.
