Computers improve efficiency of the negotiation process

Article Abstract:

The use of computers facilitates the process of contract negotiations in collective bargaining. A pilot project set up in the Dept of Management Information at the University of Arizona tested the efficiency of the 'electronic meeting room,' a computer-equipped room wherein negotiators from two factions can receive proposals and relay responses using electronic bargaining tools. Tools include a contract log, an electronic bargaining book, an article checklist and a proprosal editor. Computer-facilitated labor meetings eliminate the need for note-taking during the bargaining process. Likewise, mistrust is dispelled, as the computers transmit the exact ideas that negotiators want to relay. The 'electronic meeting' room served as a venue for two different labor meetings the outcome of which were used as case studies to determine the effectivity of the room's usage.

Technology application, Collective bargaining

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Who will be where, when? Forecast the easy way

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Forecasting human resources' availability is an important personnel function. Computers can help in this task but only if properly used. Traditional, numerically based forecasting systems have many problems. Among them are: incomprehensibility to the technically uninitiated, incompatibility with many human resource tools, and inflexibility. A better method is to use network flow models, which are collections of elements connected by links that represent relationships. This more flexible, simpler model is a more useful tool for personnel prognostication. It requires, however, that forecasting be fully integrated with a company's strategic planning.

Human resource management, Equipment and supplies, Labor supply, Labor force, Employment forecasting

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Personnel computing: computer literacy - with ASK you shall receive

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Computer literacy is defined as consisting of three elements, awareness, skill, and knowledge (ASK). Awareness is an understanding of a computer's capabilities and limitations, skill is the ability to operate a computer, and knowledge is a familiarity with the internal workings of a computer. The ASK model of computer literacy is dynamic rather than static, and covers all levels of expertise. Three blocks to computer literacy are addressed: mental, or emotional resistance, often based on phobias; lack of equipment or tools; and restrictions on time allotted to learn about computers.

Methods, Computer literacy

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