This book investigates the impact of Quality of Working Life (QWL) systems on public sector labor relations in Canada and the USA. Neal Q. Herrick, drawing on extensive research, examines QWL experiments across national, provincial, and local government levels. The work analyzes the attitudes of management, employees, and trade unions towards worker participation and assesses the economic and social implications of implementing QWL systems, concluding with policy recommendations.

This text offers a comprehensive analysis of Quality of Working Life (QWL) systems within public sector labor relations, focusing on North American examples. It provides a detailed examination of the multifaceted impacts, from employee and management attitudes to broader economic and social consequences. The inclusion of policy recommendations suggests a practical orientation for policymakers and administrators. The book's structure, covering various governmental levels, indicates a thorough scope for understanding the challenges and benefits of QWL implementation.