REMUNERATION AS THE INSTRUMENT FOR SHAPING THE SOCIAL POTENTIAL OF ENTERPRISES

Finding the answer to the question whether and to what extent wages are used for shaping the social potential in large production enterprises was the basic goal of the presented studies. The studies were conducted by means of the questionnaire-based method. They encompassed large industrial enterprises (employing more than 250 employees) situated in the area of Warminsko-Mazurskie voivodship. Research material was obtained from 45 enterprises. Generally, the results of the studies conducted indicate that the enterprises covered conducted expansive remuneration polices focused on high effectiveness. Consequently to the priorities they try building remuneration models and select remuneration tools. The appropriate setting of the directions for the implemented remuneration strategy in combination with organizational strategy is accompanied in many companies by clear weakness in the instrumental aspect. Wages are still underappreciated as tools for development of the social potential of the organization and remuneration policies of enterprises are subjected mainly to achievement of short-term goals.