Industrial relations

 

Introduction

Employees are the resource to the organization as well as cost. The success of the organization mainly depends on the action of employees. Employees are more concerned about their earning rather than profitability of the organization. Employers purpose is to increase the profitability. These confecting purposes create disputes between employers and employees.

on the other hand employees need more money to purchase good and services .It means they need higher wages to increase their living standard. But employers try to pay low wages to minimize the cost of wages. These conflicting interest also  create dispute between employers and employee.

Figure 1work place conflict

Therefore, organization should use strategies to minimize conflict between employers and employees.

Figure 2 Reasons for employee conflict

What is industrial  relations?

According to the https://leaveboard.com/employee-relations

Different ways that employers engage and manage positive relationships with their employees. It covers topics such as communication, job satisfaction, motivation, productivity, employee engagement, performance management, and legal compliance

 According to the  (Bandaranayake, 2014),

Aim of employee relations

• Create industrial peace
• Ensure industrial democracy
• Develop cordial relations between the trade unions and the management
• Increase productivity

There are three main parties can be seen in employee relations system.

• Employees and trade union representatives
• Employer or his representatives
• Government

Figure 3 Parties in employee relation system

Advantages of healthy employee relations

Figure 4 Advantages of healthy employee relation

• · Healthy relationships between employees and management is a supportive and work environment, It leads to higher morale and motivation.
• ·  Good employee relations encourage teamwork, communication, and collaboration among colleagues, resulting in improved productivity and innovation.
• ·  When employees feel valued and respected, they remain in the  organization, reducing turnover and associated costs.
• ·    A harmonious work environment promotes focus an Higher productivity: A dedication, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
• ·  Organizations with good employee relations tend to have a positive reputation, attracting top talent and fostering customer loyalty.

• Negative impact of unhealthy employee relations

Figure 5 Negative employee relations

• ·         Negative relationships, such as conflicts or lack of trust between employees and management, lead to decreased morale and motivation, impacting productivity.
• ·         Employees encourage to leave the organization because they feel unsupported or undervalued, leading to higher absenteeism and turnover rates.
• ·         Negative employee relations can hinder effective teamwork and communication, resulting in misunderstandings, conflicts, and reduced collaboration.
• ·         If employee relations issues are related to legal disputes, damage the organization's reputation, and negatively impact relationships with customers, clients, and stakeholders.
• ·         Tension or conflicts in the workplace direct employees to decrease productivity

Conclusion

Employee relations play a crucial role in shaping the work environment and overall organizational effectiveness. Good employee relations contribute to a positive work environment, fostering engagement, productivity, and organizational success. As well as  poor employee relations can have detrimental effects on morale, turnover, productivity, and the overall reputation of the organization. Therefore, organizations must prioritize to generate  positive relationships and addressing any issues promptly to maintain a healthy work environment.

 References;

Anon., 2016. Teachers'guide Grade 13 Business Studiies. s.l.:nie.

Bandaranayake, P. J., 2014. A-L Business studies. In: Part 2. s.l.:ISBN.

 https://leaveboard.com/employee-relations

Figure 1 workplace conflict

Figure 2 Reasons for employee conflict

Figure 3 Parties in employee relation system

Figure 4Advantages of healthy employee relation

Figure 5Negative employee relations