The consequences of removing the clocks were that employees started showing up late, leaving early, or taking longer lunches. The increase in absenteeism had effects on the productivity of the factories. As managers tried to keep track of employees' comings and goings, it made it difficult for them to keep up with other responsibilities. Then, when management began placing letters of reprimand in employee personnel files for those who were noticed leaving early, arriving late, or taking long lunches, employees began filing complaints with their union. This took more time away from management as they had to manage these disputes with the Union. Simard should have taken the time to fully understand what the situation was like before making a decision that left room for such recklessness. If it had had many consequences it wouldn't have had them