Information technology and workplace democracy - 6

The revolution in new technology gave rise to new work patterns and improved productivity, all of which affect the management of human resources.

Expectations for increased efficiency have not always been fulfilled because of the problems that have arisen in workings of labour relations.

How can management maximize the benefits of these technologies while co-operating with their employees?

How far are trade unions involved in the decisions as companies adopt new technology?

Is the workforce consulted in systems design? This book, originally published in 1992 looks at the problems of developing strategies in information technology when considering labour relations.