A discussion of some of the elements that place strains on collective bargaining and the developments necessary to the preservation of free collective bargaining. The author discusses new, creative and…

A discussion of the changes associated with technology that impact job privileges and job security, including the need for new devices to satisfy business requirements, workers’ demands and those of…

An examination of collective bargaining in the longshore industry that includes a discussion of the results of the Department of Labor’s Longshore Project, with particular detail as to the New…

The British Columbia Labour Code requires collective bargaining agreements to include arbitration of unresolved grievances, both discharge and discipline (for “just and reasonable cause” only), and problems related to technological…

A report on a survey of published arbitration decisions between 1980 and 1984 involving disputes resulting from the introduction of technological changes, concluding that principles guiding arbitrators have not changed.

The author posits that the present forms of union organization and representation are not adequate to meet l of the organizational and representational challenges that lie ahead. He examines the…

Downsizing, in response to competition and automation, often results in reallocation of remaining jobs; reclassifications; revised job duties, wage rates and job schedules; and subcontracting. The authors address, respectively, the…

An examination of the 4 generations in United States since 1927 – the depression – the baby boom – the baby bust – and the baby boomlet; the effect of…

Introduction of speakers addressing techniques for accommodating technologies, subcontracting, and other efficiencies in the unionized workplace.

An examination of practices for the implementation of operational efficiencies. The author concludes that a combination of teamwork and incentives best enhance workplace efficiency. Mutual trust between labor and management…