Works Council Ready IT
Navigate works council negotiations faster. We get your IT project ready in 30 to 90 days.
Our service provides clear, legally sound documents and a structured process designed to align your project team with the works council, eliminating endless discussions and keeping your project on track.
Ready to get your project moving without the red tape? Book a free initial consultation with me to discuss your IT project and how we can get it works council-ready quickly and smoothly.
Dive deeper into the topic of works council negotiations. Our video series provides valuable insights and expert advice to prepare your IT project for a successful discussion with the works council.
I’ve been on the front lines, helping bridge the gap between advanced IT projects and the realities of German labor law. For years, I’ve worked directly with a major works council, navigating the complexities of IT system deployment, labor law compliance, and employee data protection. My role was to translate complex technology into clear, legally sound arguments—from drafting works agreements to guiding project managers and answering the works council’s toughest questions.
Why do so many projects get stuck?
The most common reason is underestimating the works council’s role. Here are the top three mistakes we see:
Poor Communication: Information is unclear or provided too late.
No Process: There’s no systematic way to prepare documents and handle data privacy.
Lost Trust: The works council feels left out and responds with a „no.“
The outcome is predictable: months of delays and wasted money.
Unclear Information
Lack of Process
Lost Trust
Our 3-Step Path to Works Council Approval
1. Analysis: Build Clarity We analyze your project for all co-determination requirements and simplify critical topics, so everyone understands the exact legal and technical landscape from the start.
2. Structure: Ensure Negotiability You get a complete and organized documentation package that is clear and easy for both your IT team and the works council to follow. Your project becomes negotiation-ready.
3. Dialogue: Build Trust We act as a bridge between both sides, moderating discussions and guiding everyone toward a fast, collaborative agreement.
Analysis
Structure
Dialogue
The outcome: Your IT project is prepared for works council approval in just 30-90 days, avoiding costly delays and unnecessary conflict.
German Works Council - The Series
In this video series, I’ll share the proven strategies and real-world insights I’ve gained to help you get your IT projects approved faster, avoid common pitfalls, and build a collaborative relationship with your works council.
You’ll learn how to transform your project from a potential point of conflict into a clear, structured process that works for everyone.
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Ready to get your project moving without the red tape? Book a free initial consultation with me to discuss your IT project and how we can get it works council-ready quickly and smoothly.
My specific works council experience
Since March 2021, I have been deeply engaged in consulting work with a German works council, focusing on the intersection of IT system deployment and labor law compliance within a Munich-based pharmaceutical company specializing in rare diseases. My role has encompassed a wide range of responsibilities, all aimed at facilitating a harmonious and legal integration of IT systems in line with employee rights and protections as outlined by German labor laws, particularly Section 87 BetrVG.
My tasks have included conducting thorough surveys of the IT systems used by the company’s German employees. This involved analyzing the technology for its purposes, interfaces, and access rights, which is essential for fostering transparent and informed discussions with the works council. A significant portion of my duties has also involved providing process support to international IT project managers. This support covered guiding them through the approval process with the works council for new IT applications, ensuring compliance with relevant labor laws.
Additionally, I’ve been instrumental in the design and drafting of works agreements related to IT systems. These agreements serve as a legal foundation for the use of IT applications, balancing operational needs with the works council’s requirements for employee protection.
Responding to ad-hoc inquiries from the works council regarding the functions of business applications and interfaces has been another critical responsibility. This required a comprehensive understanding of both the technological aspects and the legal implications of their use.
Finally, a key part of my role has involved the creation and negotiation of data protection agreements. In an era where data privacy is of utmost importance, these agreements confirm that the company’s IT practices are not only compliant with laws but also adhere to best practices in data protection.
Throughout this experience, my work has not just been about implementing technology. It’s been about building a bridge between technological advancement and the preservation of transparent, ethical, and legally sound labor practices. This effort has aimed to cultivate a culture of cooperation, respect, and mutual understanding between the company and its works council.
