Abstract
Non-union employee representation is an area which has attracted much interest in the voice literature. Much of the literature has been shaped by a dialogue which considers NERs as a means of union avoidance. More recently however scholars have suggested that for NERs to work in such contexts, they may need to be imbued with a higher set of functionalities to remain viable entities. Using a critical case study of a union recognition drive and managerial response in the form of an NER, this article contributes to a more nuanced interpretation of the literature dialogue than hitherto exists. A core component of the findings directly challenge existing interpretations within the field; namely that NERs are shaped by a paradox of managerial action. It is argued that the NER failed to satisfy for employees because of a structural remit, rather than through any paradox in managerial intent.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 163-183 |
Number of pages | 21 |
Journal | Economic and Industrial democracy |
Volume | 33 |
Issue number | 2 |
Early online date | 06 Apr 2011 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - May 2012 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
- Management of Technology and Innovation
- Strategy and Management
- General Business,Management and Accounting