it is not about what they 'can' bear, it's about what they are willing to bear - it is not the same thing - the company can decide what they are willing to bear

it is not about what they 'can' bear, it's about what they are willing to bear - it is not the same thing - the company can decide what they are willing to bear, and the employee can decide what they are willing to work for. Doesn't sound like a problem that needs fixing.