Tag: employee relations

Starbucks’ Cup Of Woes: A Coffeehouse Giant In Need Of Some Holiday Cheer

This month, Starbucks requested to reopen contract negotiations with Workers United after a 6-month impasse. The company further expressed intent to reach contracts with all unionized stores in 2024.

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The Double-Edged Sword Of Technology: Unions Working Against The Same Tools That They Embrace

Earlier this week, we discussed how unions are embracing new technology to organize and grow their membership. Another side exists with that coin: how tech, specifically AI and automation, emboldens unions to call strikes over related job security concerns.

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Decoding UAW’s Unionization Push: A Strategy Analysis and Employer Guide

In an aggressive move, the United Auto Workers (UAW) has launched a campaign targeting 13 non-union car manufacturers, including major players like Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Tesla, Nissan, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, Volkswagen, Mazda, Rivian, Lucid, and Volvo.

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Uncle Sam’s Nudge: Balancing Unionization and Business Autonomy

In the dynamic landscape of U.S. labor and business relations, a subtle yet significant trend is emerging, shaped by the government’s financial strategies. In some situations, Uncle Sam uses its fiscal process to nudge businesses toward a more union-friendly approach.

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