Comments on: Industrial Relations – Thermax Union Way https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/ The Events in Human Resources and Employee Relations space, and in My World through my eyes. Thu, 23 Apr 2020 16:12:47 +0000 hourly 1 By: Arvind Sharma https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3650 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 08:15:40 +0000 https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3650 Truly an inspiring story for both the unions and the managements!!!

]]> By: Reshmi https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3838 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 15:20:07 +0000 https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3838 Sir,

I had always considered communication meetings, satisfaction surveys, ISO certifications etc. to be the language of the management body. It is very enlightening to know about such examples which gives us a glimpse about how the future unions are going to be which would require much more awareness and proactive behavior from the management body.

]]> By: Naveen Keshava https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3844 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:10:39 +0000 https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3844 In the era where union power seems to be declining. A very constructive and efficient way to show way for the future. In deed an example to be followed.

]]> By: Vivek Patwardhan https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3845 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 17:37:43 +0000 https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3845 Thanks for your valuable comments and insights Sunshine, Salil, Anirudha, Suman. Sai Krishnan and Pramod.

This post has been widely appreciated. Some HR professionals have called me up to say so.

Thanks again,

Vivek

]]> By: pramod https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3846 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 15:53:42 +0000 https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3846 Saheb ,
Manufacturing matured industries are rarity these days , given the predominance of contract labour dependence in the production in new industries . The most important challenge for the unions of these units is maintain and build the advantage they have in terms of the economic benefits they have secured so far and keep the companies engaged in the mutually productive relationship . This may sound contrived , but the fact of the life being that the companies do not shy away in getting away form a disadvantage in a relationship that is not working out . The patience is short .It is a sign of that the balance of power is getting restored and the unions like Themax are alive to the fact . Off course it also calls on the part of the company to ensure that they also use the opportunity by playing heir mature part and taking the unit to another orbit altogether.
The last unit standing on LBS marg is also indicates the same:)

]]> By: SAI KRISHNAN T C N https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3847 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 04:32:25 +0000 https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3847 Sir,

This is a great thing to be happening and the positivity of the union / workmen language, connecting to the business impact of their is something which is out of the dream.

I believe Thermax company and their HR leadership, which made this happen, deserves full appreciation, of course along with their union.

More input on the detailed processes / approach that went in to building this culture will be if great support.

Regards

SAI KRISHNAN T C N
Asian Paints

]]> By: Vivek Patwardhan https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3848 Sat, 08 Jan 2011 03:32:54 +0000 https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3848 Comments received via email are posted here:

Sir, I like the proactive way of them taking action into their hands.
Is this the 21st century union?

I hope so. It sounds exciting and I personally would like to meet some of them.

Warm regards
Suman.

]]> By: Vivek Patwardhan https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3849 Sat, 08 Jan 2011 03:31:36 +0000 https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3849 Comments received via email are posted here:

Salil Chinchore [Cadbury] Quite amazing. The union seem have evolved in the 'value based approach' to the profession. Many a times, such unions handle their profession like a effective management! One such union I came across is Association Chemical Workers in Mumbai. However, in terms of ways of working and philosophical alignment, nothing that can beat Thermax union. While this is what we see on the surface now, I'm sure a lot must have gone into making it happen. Would be keen to visit them and understand the entire story.

Anirudha Deshmukh [Asian Paints] Thanks for sharing it! What an inspiring story! One can imagine the immense positiveness which drive such initiatives!! All the people involved in making this happen are real heroes!!

]]> By: Sunshine https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3850 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:18:54 +0000 https://vivekvsp.com/2011/01/industrial-relations-thermax-union-way/#comment-3850 This comes closest to my version of an Indian 'Maverick' story (of the Semco corporation fame). This article reestablishes the fact that there is so much value waiting to be unlocked in each and every human endeavour.Great nations are built when individuals decide to make a difference and lead by example. This Thermax case inspires all those who believe in the power of 'Values' centred 'Living' and is an solid rebuke for all the naysayers (who sadly form the majority).

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