Electronic Resource
Bradford
:
Emerald
Critical perspectives on international business
1 (2005), S. 93-108
ISSN:
1742-2043
Source:
Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
Topics:
Economics
Notes:
Purpose - This paper aims to examine the relationship between union renewal strategies and the adoption and implementation of information and communication technologies by trade unions. Design/methodology/approach - The research centres on a case study of an Australian trade union, exploring the fit between recent changes to the industrial strategy and information technology strategy. It involved interviews with union officials and a review of union documentation. Findings - Information and communication technologies have the potential to promote union renewal by enabling new forms of participation and activism. However, to achieve these outcomes the technologies must be part of an integrated union renewal strategy. The internal political processes of the union will shape both the union renewal strategies and the role and use of technology in implementing these strategies. Research limitations/implications - The research is based on a single trade union, thus limiting the generality of the conclusions drawn. Originality/value - The paper concerns a relatively new research area on trade unions and offers a critical perspective on the use of information and communication technologies by trade unions.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/17422040510595618
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