The Workfront: Upheaval, Drama and Dynamism
In the world of labor unions in 2023, the unfolding events could easily be mistaken for a Hollywood blockbuster, with drama, tension, and unexpected plot twists at every turn.
Read MorePosted by Michael VanDervort | Dec 14, 2023 | Bargaining/Negotiations, Industry, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Leadership, Manufacturing, Service Industry, Strikes, Union Leaders, Union Leaders, Union Organizing
In the world of labor unions in 2023, the unfolding events could easily be mistaken for a Hollywood blockbuster, with drama, tension, and unexpected plot twists at every turn.
Read MorePosted by Kimberly Ricci | Dec 13, 2023 | Bargaining/Negotiations, Industry, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Leadership, Legal, NLRB, SEIU, Service Industry, Strikes, Union Leaders, Union Organizing, Unionized Company, Unions
Over the past week, an unexpected development occurred: Starbucks requested to reopen negotiations with Workers United, starting in January 2024
Read MorePosted by Kimberly Ricci | Dec 7, 2023 | Industry, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Service Industry, Strikes, Union Leaders, Union Leaders, Union Organizing, Unions, USSW
USSW members have recently walked out and rallied for a $25 per hour wage for all Waffle House workers, from cooks to servers.
Read MorePosted by Kimberly Ricci | Dec 6, 2023 | Artificial Intelligence, Bargaining/Negotiations, ChatGPT, CNA NNOC, CWA, Federal, IBT, Industry, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Leadership, Legal, Trending, UAW, Union Leaders, Union Organizing, Unionized Company, Unions
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.
Read MorePosted by Michael VanDervort | Dec 5, 2023 | CWA, Healthcare, IAM, IBT, Industry, Manufacturing, SEIU, Service Industry, UAW, Union Leaders, Union Organizing, Unions, Weekly Workfront
Let’s dive into what’s cooking in the union world. It’s been a whirlwind of labor relations activity, and 2024 is shaping up to be no different, with predictions of increased organizing on the horizon.
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