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The role of labour-oriented research for social shaping of work and technology within the European union

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It has become obvious that the European response to the Japanese challenge cannot be limited to copying the lean production model. Transformation processes within successful enterprises depend on the employees' consensus. Therefore, such transformation processes have to improve both competitivity and the quality of work. In this context trade unions can play an important role but they are in need of new competences. This means that cooperation between trade unions and research centres becomes of utmost importance. The paper discusses the institutionalized cooperation between trade unions and research centres.

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Telljohann, V. The role of labour-oriented research for social shaping of work and technology within the European union. AI & Soc 8, 235–244 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02073161

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