The process of collective bargaining can be extremely complicated. Today, more than ever before unions are using complex "negative public image campaigns" to pressure clients to accept their demands at the bargaining table. And, when damaging the organization's public image doesn't work, some unions will threaten a costly and disruptive strike.
Chessboard's approach to supporting clients in collective bargaining again relies on making certain that important stakeholders have all the facts and information they need to understand the organization's bargaining position. We have found that careful communications planning can be the key to minimizing disruptions during bargaining and reaching a reasonable agreement with the union.
This careful approach, however, is also critical in the event the union decides to declare war against your organization and call employees out on strike. In these situations, again, Chessboard Consultants provide clients with support in the areas of communication and logistical strike planning.
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