To what extent is there a regional logic in the management of labour in multinational companies? Evidence from Europe and North America (original) (raw)

This research investigates the extent to which multinational companies (MNCs) exhibit a regional logic in their management of labor, particularly comparing operations in Europe and North America. It contends that while mainstream literature suggests MNCs tend toward a global approach constrained by national differences, there exists significant variation in how these companies operate across regions. Utilizing comprehensive survey data from the UK and Canada, the study examines the variation in employment relations within and between these regions, posing critical questions about the factors that contribute to these differences.