Contrast distributive and procedural justice What implications might they have for designing pay systems in different countries?

Answer 1

Historically, equity theory focused on distributive justice or "the perceived fairness of the amount and allocation of rewards among individuals." Equity should also consider procedural justice, "the perceived fairness of the process used to determine the distribution of rewards." The evidence indicates that distributive justice has a greater influence on employee satisfaction than procedural justice. Procedural justice tends to affect an employee's organizational commitment, trust in his or her boss, and intention to quit. By increasing the perception of procedural fairness, employees are likely to view their bosses and the organization as positive even if they are dissatisfied with pay, promotions, and other personal outcomes.

Answer 2

Distributive justice focuses on the perceived fairness of outcomes, while procedural justice focuses on the fairness of the process by which decisions are made. In designing pay systems, countries that value distributive justice may prioritize equal pay for equal work, while those that emphasize procedural justice may focus on transparency and employee involvement in pay decisions. Socio-cultural norms and values will also influence how these principles are applied in different countries.