
The question of industrial democracy--or whether workers should have more say in the decisons that affect them--is a critical one for employees and a controversial one for management. This book takes a fresh look at the issue in light of recent changes in the structure of employment and the balance of decision making. Schuller reviews various conceptual approaches to industrial democracy, proposes his own analytical framework, and examines specific contemporary issues: pension scheme management, health and safety, industrial democracy within public services, worker directors, and the relationship between knowledge, power, and the division of labor. The book finally suggests practical ways to define and articulate the collective interests that are so vital to democracy in the workplace.
This book investigates the viability and necessity of industrial democracy in the context of evolving employment structures and decision-making power dynamics. Tom Schuller, an expert in labor relations and social policy, utilizes a blend of theoretical analysis and practical observation to evaluate how workers can exert influence over their professional environments. He proposes a structured framework to reconcile the competing interests of employees and management while addressing the shifting landscape of modern labor.
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Experts recognize this work as a significant contribution to the discourse on workplace governance and organizational democracy. Readers frequently note the analytical clarity Schuller brings to complex industrial relations topics, making it a useful resource for students and practitioners alike.
Page Count:
190
Publication Date:
1985-11-07
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192191861
ISBN-13:
9780192191861
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