In our article “Employee Representation and Innovation – Disentangling the Effect of Legal and Voluntary Representation Institutions in Germany,” I examine how different forms of employee representation shape innovation in German companies. My research pays special attention to the distinction between statutory works councils and voluntary representation bodies, with a particular focus on the unique advantages offered by voluntary forms of representation. Technological progress is essential for economic growth and the competitiveness of every firm. Find out more about the relationship between employee representation and product as well as process innovation in our latest SFB 823 discussion paper No. 04/2019.…
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