Dickeson on Productivity?Dealing With Data Paranoia

Most of the time, I submit, you'll find that you have lots more to gain by disclosure. First, you create an environment of trust—trust among employees, customers, suppliers and competitors. You establish and foster an image of openness and honesty. Isn't that what we call integrity?

Within the company, you're disclosing data to the stakeholders. Employees of the company are committed to the success of the company. In a ham and egg omelet, stockholder hens are involved but employee hogs are committed! Employees are giving their active lives to the company and in return the paycheck pays their mortgages, groceries, car payments and keeps their kids in Nikes.