Throwback to late 2023, when a DISQO study showed that brand messaging was under the consumer microscope at the onset of the United Autoworkers strike. 🔊 83% of consumers felt they had a role, big or small, in supporting or opposing strikes. 🔊 85% of consumers considered supporting strikers through boycotts or other actions. 🔊 Three-quarters of consumers admit that strikes could influence where they spend their money. We advised brands to buckle in. High awareness called for pre-tested, thoughtful, constructive strategies - with empathy and transparency engrained. Authentic and sustainable. If the last eight months taught us anything, it's that the same rules apply in 2024. #ConsumerResearch #MessageTesting #CX #Strikes
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On the back of its successful strikes against Detroit automakers last year (https://lnkd.in/eb4RDHEi), the UAW made it clear that it would target foreign-owned automakers in southern states (https://lnkd.in/eSWmkPJH) so this has been on the industry's radar but it is news for a number of reasons: - it is the first time a southern auto plant outside the three Detroit automakers has been organized by the UAW, - it was a landslide victory (73% of workers who cast ballots were in favor of union representation), - foreign car makers have been attracted to southern 'right-to-work' states and have gained a competitive advantage over the unionized Detroit manufacturers. It is also important because of what it reflects about ongoing aftershocks from the pandemic as well as the impact that automation, electrification, politics, geopolitics...and many other factors are having on manufacturers in all industries. It is also worth pointing to the new 'innovative' tactics of the rejuvenated UAW (https://lnkd.in/eAtBzqg8)... ...in fact the UAW was named as one of 'The World's Most Innovative Companies of 2024' (https://lnkd.in/eYA3YJHE)... ...as were a number of innovative automotive companies creating some of these new disruptive dynamics (https://lnkd.in/entqD4Kp)... ...as well as Everstream Analytics which was included for it's innovative use of AI to predict strikes and other supply chain risks (https://lnkd.in/eXCjhdfQ) #supplychain #automotivesupplychain #organizedlabor Adebayo Adeleke Alan Amling Benjamin Gordon Brian Laung Aoaeh, CFA Daniel Stanton Gary S. Lynch Jason Miller Joe Carson Jon W. Hansen Knut Alicke Marc Dragon Marian Temmen Radu Palamariu Rob Handfield Rushit Shah Scott Luton Sheri R. Hinish Stan Aronow Thomas Madrecki Tom Raftery Wolfgang Lehmacher Margi Van Gogh Christopher Hansell Ted Stank Nick Wildgoose Kathy Fulton
VW Workers Vote to Join UAW in Historic Southern Win for Union
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Navigating Unrest: The UAW Standoff with Auto Titans and the Crucial Buffer of Temporary Staffing In his compelling article for RecruitingDaily, Trevor Fandale, CEO of Huffmaster, discusses the recent United Auto Workers (UAW) standoff with auto titans GM, Ford, and Stellantis and the broader impact strikes have on the U.S. economy. Discover the vital role staffing agencies play in supplying temporary workers to lessen the extended adverse economic effects of strikes, safeguard operations, and provide a buffer during labor unrest. 👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gr8avhwJ #UAW #AutoIndustry #LaborUnrest #TemporaryStaffing #Huffmaster
Navigating Unrest: The UAW Standoff with Auto Titans and the Crucial Buffer of Temporary Staffing
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Tens of thousands of #Volkswagen workers will participate Monday in strikes at plants across #Germany, labor union #IG #Metall said, marking the largest walkouts at the carmaker’s domestic operations since 2018. The walkouts, which are planned to last several hours, follow weeks of collective bargaining negotiations during which VW refused to rule out mass #layoffs and potential #plant #closures in its home market — drastic measures the company says are necessary to prop up its fortunes amid competition from #China and #weaker #European #demand. A so-called “peace obligation” between workers and the company, which prohibited industrial action, expired on Saturday, allowing strikes to take place from Sunday at virtually all of Volkswagen’s German factories. “If necessary, this will become the toughest wage dispute Volkswagen has ever seen,” IG Metall’s chief negotiator Thorsten Groeger said in a statement Sunday. “How long and intense this dispute will be is Volkswagen’s responsibility at the negotiating table.” The walkouts will be the first large-scale strikes that Volkswagen has faced since 2018, according to IG Metall, when 50,000 workers idled plants over pay. Although the work stoppages will last only a few hours, it is possible that 24 hour warning strikes could be called later this year. Indefinite strikes could also be called as a last resort, but only after members have been consulted again, IG Metall said.
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News regarding UAW unions is still coming through. A VW plant has asked the National Labor Relations Board to allow them to hold a vote on whether to join the #UAW union. This is significant because it’s the first non-union auto plant to ask for a union election since the major negotiations between UAW and automakers last fall. There is much happening here that will affect the #automotiveindustry. It's a good time to look at Union Avoidance Training in the Southeast — while balancing #data on movements like this with good foresight on where to adjust in auto #manufacturing sectors.
VW plant in Tennessee seeks UAW vote, union says
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Volkswagen Faces Escalating Strikes Amid Cost-Cutting Dispute Volkswagen (VW) workers in Germany are set to intensify their protests against proposed cost-cutting measures, with a second wave of strikes planned for December 9. These four-hour walkouts at nine sites mark a sharp escalation from the initial December 2 strike, doubling production downtime and increasing pressure on VW management. The strikes stem from ongoing negotiations between VW and IG Metall, the union representing the workers, over wage cuts and plant closures. VW has proposed a 10% pay reduction, citing declining demand in Europe, increased competition from low-cost Chinese automakers, and excess production capacity at German plants. On December 4, VW CEO Oliver Blume warned employees that plant closures might be unavoidable due to weak market conditions and slower-than-expected EV adoption. However, union leaders criticized Blume’s remarks, with IG Metall negotiator Thorsten Groeger accusing him of disrespecting workers while discussing cuts during the holiday season. VW’s German factories currently operate at less than 60% capacity, leaving 800,000 units of idle production—a significant challenge as the company strives to maintain competitiveness. Despite ongoing talks, tensions remain high, with union leaders warning that the December 9 strike could escalate into longer or open-ended action if an agreement is not reached. As thousands of employees prepare to rally at VW’s Wolfsburg headquarters, the company faces mounting pressure to strike a balance between cost-cutting measures and job security to avoid prolonged unrest. #Volkswagen #IGMetall #Strikes #LaborNegotiations #AutoIndustry
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What's New to The Street... ⚙ Volkswagen & Unions: Talks Continue! 🚗 Negotiators have entered the fourth day of intense discussions, working tirelessly to secure a deal before Christmas and avoid widespread strikes. Will they reach an agreement in time? Stay tuned for updates and share your thoughts below! 👇 👉🏻Follow New To The Street for more! #Volkswagen #LaborTalks #Unions #StrikeNegotiations #AutoIndustry #BreakingNews #WorkplaceUpdates #VWNews #Innovation #Businessupdate #Businessnews #Business #News #Newtothestreet
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[NEWS] German VW workers will likely start striking Monday: According to a handout from the IG Metall union — an agreement preventing VW employees from striking ends Nov. 30. As a result — workers are expected to launch a round of brief “warning strikes.” Why? VW wants to close certain German plants and lower wages by 10% — hoping to save costs after Q3’s massive profit drop — But union reps say factory shutdowns are off the table… Arguing cost savings can be achieved through lower hours and bonuses. Bottom line: While the effect on American markets might be light... to start. Any number of strikes will certainly add more headwinds to VW's already turbulent year. Read today’s top automotive stories, presented by Anyline: https://lnkd.in/eJrwMqNv (Data source: Reuters)
Volkswagen workers to stage warning strikes early as next week
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⚡ The strike that started at Volkswagen factories has brought production to a standstill. Get detailed information about the workers' demands and the effects of the strike process. The background to these developments in the automotive sector …
Volkswagen Factories Strike: Production Halts!
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What's New to The Street... ⚙️ Volkswagen & Unions: Talks Continue! 🚗 Negotiators have entered the fourth day of intense discussions, working tirelessly to secure a deal before Christmas and avoid widespread strikes. Will they reach an agreement in time? Stay tuned for updates and share your thoughts below! 👇 👉🏻Follow New To The Street for more! #Volkswagen #LaborTalks #Unions #StrikeNegotiations #AutoIndustry #BreakingNews #WorkplaceUpdates #VWNews #Innovation #Businessupdate #Businessnews #Business #News #Newtothestreet
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