High performance work systems and workplace partnership: a case study of aerospace workers.
Danford, Andy ; Richardson, Mike ; Stewart, Paul ; Tailby, Stephanie ; Upchurch, Martin
New Technology, Work and Employment
2004
19
1
March
14-29
aeronautics ; management ; technical cooperation ; trade union ; work organization ; work performance ; workers participation
Work organization
English
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"This article provides case study analysis of the impact of high performance work practices and workplace partnership on skilled workers in the UK's aerospace industry. In contrast to assumptions that such practices increase empowerment and participation we find evidence of a democratic deficit in workplace decision-making and deterioration in the quality of working life."
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