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DEFINE A VIABLE FUTURE SETUP |
BUILD ON THOROUGH PREPARATION |
ENSURE THE RIGHT COMMUNICATION |
ACTIVELY STEER THE NEGOTIATIONS |
CONSEQUENTLY DRIVE IMPLEMENTATION |
Consider allrelevant elements and minimize risks by deploying a proven , holistic and pragmatic approach . Plan and define a target vision , the required competences and capacities and concrete measures . Evaluate all alternative options via a scenario analysis . Build up tools for decision-makers to keep control of the process at any time . Enable the management to master the challenges of workforce restructuring . |
Compile a central planning and information document providing structure and leading the whole process with subsequent steps . Enhancing transparency , the document comprises the defined strategic target vision and the developed to-be business model as well as defined measures . The documented measures result from simulations considering geographic , organizational and jobrelated factors . |
Inform all relevant stakeholders about reasons , objectives and planned procedures in the right way . Works council and employee representatives are informed in line with legal requirements through a comprehensive information paper and a structured Q & A process with clear milestones . In addition , a consistent and proactive communication based on facts and positive messages towards all stakeholders can avoid negative effects ( strikes , attrition of key employees , bad press ). |
Prepare negotiations with unions and employee representatives and lead them actively in order to speed up the process and to reach an agreement that is favorable for both sides . It helps to determine the own position and bargaining power as well as potential compromises but also non-negotiable elements in advance . Moreover , an analysis of the objectives of involved stakeholders facilitates mutual understanding and this way the negotiations . |
Ensure target achievement by pushing the agreed measures and selecting the right partners , if necessary . Consequent tracking and reporting create transparency regarding the progress of workforce restructuring measures and allow to take countermeasures immediately . Powerful tools support the implementation and ensure the success of the overall restructuring program . |