Projects/Fields of operation
We have already provided support for many very different companies with our expertise. To illustrate the spectrum of our work, we have selected a few examples from the wide range of tasks we have been assigned with.
Project: Reorganisation/restructuring with personnel reduction
Objective
Introduction of an accepted ERA concept (remuneration framework agreement of the metal and electrical industry) among the tariff employees
Task
Development of a remuneration framework agreement concept for negotiation with the works council
Key activities
- Revision of the job profiles in collaboration with the respective managers
- Definition of the employer’s classification proposals in cooperation with the employers' association and in coordination with the management staff
- Negotiations with the works council
- Participation in the meetings of the arbitration board
Objective
Closure of a branch
Task
Development of a concept regarding the procedure in the case of necessary reduction of personnel, the transfer of employees and works constitution committees including timing
Key activities
- Development of the concepts in consultation with the management
- Preparation of the documents (reconciliation of interests and social plan) for negotiation with the works constitution committees
- Proposal for and participation in the selection of transfer companies, including preparation of the necessary documents and involvement of the employment agency
- Support for the negotiations with the works constitution committees
Objective
Merger of two subsidiaries
Task
Development of a concept regarding the procedure in the case of necessary reduction of personnel, the transfer of employees and works constitution committees including timing
Key activities
- Development of an acquisition concept in collaboration with representatives of the group and the company concerned and with the support of lawyers
- Preparation of various documents for decision-making regarding personnel costs
- Preparation of the documents (reconciliation of interests and social plan) for negotiation with the works constitution committees
- Proposal for and participation in the selection of transfer companies, including preparation of the necessary documents and involvement of the employment agency
- Support with the implementation (conducting of various employee interviews, preparation of the necessary documents)
- Support with the follow-up activities relating to labour law
Project: Remuneration systems
Objective
Introduction of an accepted ERA concept (remuneration framework agreement of the metal and electrical industry) among the tariff employees
Task
Development of a remuneration framework agreement concept for negotiation with the works council
Key activities
- Revision of the job profiles in collaboration with the respective managers
- Definition of the employer’s classification proposals in cooperation with the employers' association and in coordination with the management staff
- Negotiations with the works council
- Participation in the meetings of the arbitration board
Objective
Introduction of an accepted ERA concept (remuneration framework agreement of the metal and electrical industry) among the tariff employees
Task
Development of a remuneration framework agreement concept for negotiation with the works council
Key activities
- Review of the job profiles in collaboration with the respective managers
- Definition of the employer’s classification proposals in cooperation with the employers' association and in coordination with the management staff
- Preparation of the necessary works agreements
- Negotiations with the works council
- Implementation of the approved activities
Objective
Settlement of differences between employer and works council
Task
Development of a remuneration framework agreement concept for negotiation with the works council
Key activities
- Review of the job profiles in collaboration with the respective managers
- Definition of the employer’s classification proposals in cooperation with the employers' association and in coordination with the management staff
- Preparation of the necessary works agreements
- Negotiations with the works council
Project: Reorganisation/Restructuring
Objective
Increased effectiveness and efficiency in production through reorganisation of the organisational structures and procedures
Task
Restructuring of the area of production
Key activities
- Development of a concept for reorganisation, movement of personnel and the resulting changes in personnel costs (for example due to grouping changes, personnel development measures, etc.) for approval by management
- Preparation of the documents for negotiation with the works constitution committees
- Implementation (conducting various employee appraisals, preparing the necessary documents)
short-time working/crisis situation
Objective
Adjustment of capacity to the reduced demand situation
Task
Introduction of short-time working throughout the company (with the exception of sales)
Key activities
- Development of a concept for the procedure for the implementation of short-time working in coordination with management
- Preparation of the necessary documents in consultation with the Federal Employment Agency
- Negotiations with the works council to implement the planned measures
- Implementation of the planned measures in the company
Objective
Adjustment of capacity to the reduced demand situation
Task
Introduction of short-time working in a part of the company
Key activities
- Development of a concept for the procedure for the implementation of short-time working in coordination with management
Project: Working time system
Objective
Improvement of customer-oriented working time in the service area
Task
Introduction in the various service level areas of new working time systems adapted to customer requirements
Key activities
- Participation in the analysis of customer requirements regarding the use of the different service levels
- Development of working time models in collaboration with the management staff
- Development of works agreements based on the developed working time models in coordination with management
- Negotiation of the works agreements
- Presentation and explanation of the works agreement during the employee events
Objective
Improvement of productivity in manufacturing
Task
Restructuring of the area of production
Key activities
- Development of a concept for reorganisation with the responsible manager, the necessary movements of personnel and the resulting changes in personnel costs (for example due to grouping changes, personnel development measures, etc.) for approval by management
- Preparation of the documents for negotiation with the works constitution committees
- Implementation (conducting various employee appraisals, preparing the necessary documents)
Project: HR development
Objective
Improvement of communication between managers and employees
Task
Introduction of performance reviews and target agreement discussions
Key activities
- Development of modalities for target agreement
- Development of the corresponding works agreement
- Development of the modalities for the introduction of performance reviews
- Development of the corresponding works agreements
Project: Outsourcing of payroll accounting
Objective
Improvement of cost structure
Task
Transfer of payroll accounting and certification system to external partners
Key activities
- Search for suitable external partners
- Selection of the partner in cooperation with management
- Project planning for the necessary tasks in cooperation with the external partner
- Ensuring the handling of the necessary tasks in the HR and IT department
- Ensuring a pilot run and consequently the payroll accounting
Interim Management
Objective
Bridging of a personnel bottleneck in the HR function
Task
Management of all personnel-relevant tasks
Key activities
- Carrying out all personnel measures in cooperation with the management, the executives and the works council
- Preparation of works agreements and negotiation with the works council
Objective
Bridging of a personnel bottleneck in HR management
Task
Management of all personnel-relevant tasks
Key activities
- Carrying out all personnel measures in cooperation with the management, the executives and the works council
- Preparation of works agreements and negotiation with the works council
Continuous support / advice
Objective
Professionalisation of personnel work
Task
Supporting management and executives in all personnel issues
Key activities
- Advising management and executives on personnel issues
- Preparation of works agreements including participation in the negotiations
- Revision of employment contracts
Objective
Professionalisation of personnel work
Task
Supporting management and executives in all personnel issues
Key activities
- Advising management and executives on personnel issues
- Preparation of correspondence (transfers, references)
- Revision of employment contracts
- Preparation of and participation in employee interviews regarding job satisfaction, salary development and training