IOP3704
ASSIGNMENT 3 (SEMESTER 1)
DUE DATE: 25 April 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than 25 April 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
Case Study: Employees' Discontent at Tech Innovations Inc. (Note that this case study was compiled
for the purpose of this assessment and is therefore not a real situation).
QUESTIONS:
1. From your specialised knowledge, advise Mr. Carter on the appropriate procedures that ought
to have been adhered to in order to facilitate a more seamless in-person negotiation session
with the union. It is important that your explanation incorporates illustrative examples. (14)
ANSWER:
To facilitate a more seamless in-person negotiation session with the union, Mr. Carter should
have adhered to several key procedures:
Preparation: Before the negotiation, it's crucial to prepare thoroughly. This includes:
• Understanding Goals: Clearly define what the company aims to achieve in the negotiation,
such as cost reduction or improved working conditions.
ASSIGNMENT 3 (SEMESTER 1)
DUE DATE: 25 April 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than 25 April 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
Case Study: Employees' Discontent at Tech Innovations Inc. (Note that this case study was compiled
for the purpose of this assessment and is therefore not a real situation).
QUESTIONS:
1. From your specialised knowledge, advise Mr. Carter on the appropriate procedures that ought
to have been adhered to in order to facilitate a more seamless in-person negotiation session
with the union. It is important that your explanation incorporates illustrative examples. (14)
ANSWER:
To facilitate a more seamless in-person negotiation session with the union, Mr. Carter should
have adhered to several key procedures:
Preparation: Before the negotiation, it's crucial to prepare thoroughly. This includes:
• Understanding Goals: Clearly define what the company aims to achieve in the negotiation,
such as cost reduction or improved working conditions.
