What does LMAG mean in ADVISORY

The Labor Management Advisory Group (LMAG) is an advisory board comprised of union and management representatives that works together to develop, enhance and improve labor relations at an organization. It provides a forum for discussion of key issues to help foster collaboration between union and management. This allows both sides to identify problems quickly, share ideas and find creative solutions.

LMAG serves as a problem-solving body with structured discussions on labor relations topics between representatives from labor and management. The meetings typically include presentations, open dialogue among the board members, and reports about how potential solutions are being implemented in practice. After reviewing all information available, the group then develops conclusions and methods for resolving labor-related issues within the organization.

The membership of the LMAG board should be determined by both parties–labor and management–and should include multiple perspectives in order to promote meaningful discussions around important labor matters. Generally, staff from Human Resources, Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Employee Benefits/Compensation and Operations can all make up a portion of an effective LMAG.

During regular meetings or workshops presented by members of the board or outside consultants, LMAG may discuss topics such as contractual obligations; communication between union and management; collective bargaining negotiations; employee morale; dispute resolution strategies; organizational policies; diversity initiatives; compensations/benefits packages; workplace safety procedures; labor law compliance issues; etc.

The frequency of meetings vary depending on need but should happen regularly. Meetings could occur based on specific project milestones or every two months in order to keep all relevant parties up-to-date on any changes or progress made since their last meeting or workshop.

Meeting length can depend on several factors such as number of topics discussed or if there is a panel presentation scheduled for that session. However it’s recommended that each session lasts no longer than 3 hours so everyone participating can remain engaged throughout.

Generally it is helpful for someone to take detailed minutes which includes dates and attendees' names as well as details around each issue discussed during the meeting or workshop session which should be circulated among those involved afterwards for review purposes prior to reconvening at a future date or time.

Following each session a complete report should be compiled outlining action items agreed upon by both parties including timelines for completion along with any follow-up items needed which will be decided upon at subsequent gatherings until all projects have been accomplished successfully.