Common use of Consultation and Management of Change Clause in Contracts

Consultation and Management of Change. Regular consultation between the employer, its employees and the APEX is essential on substantive matters of mutual concern and interest. Effective communication between the parties will allow for: (a) Improved decision making (b) Greater cooperation between employer and employees; and (c) A more harmonious, effective, efficient, safe and productive workplace. Prior to the commencement of any significant change management process relating to staffing, structure or work practices, the employer will identify and give reasonable notice to employees who may be affected and to the APEX to allow them to participate in the consultative process so as to allow meaningful input. Where an employer receives an indication of potential significant changes, they undertake to advise staff and the APEX as soon as practicable of the possibility of these changes.

Consultation and Management of Change. Regular consultation between the employer, its employees and the APEX is essential on substantive matters of mutual concern and interest. Effective communication between the parties will allow for: (a) Improved decision making (b) Greater cooperation between employer and employees; and (c) A more harmonious, effective, efficient, safe and productive workplace. Prior to the commencement of any significant change management process relating to staffing, structure or work practices, the employer will identify and give reasonable notice to employees who may be affected and to the APEX to allow them to participate in the consultative process so as to allow meaningful substantive input. Where an employer receives an indication of potential significant changes, they undertake to advise staff and the APEX as soon as practicable of the possibility of these changes.