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HR Learning of the Day Wage Drift
Wage Drift refers to the phenomenon where actual wages paid to employees exceed the negotiated or standard wage levels agreed upon through collective bargaining or formal contracts. This discrepancy often arises due to additional earnings like overtime, bonuses, performance incentives, or other allowances that were not part of the initially agreed pay structure.
Key Components of Wage Drift:
1. Causes:
Market Pressures: Demand for skilled labor may push employers to offer higher wages.
Overtime and Incentives: Extra work or performance-based rewards contribute to higher pay.
Inflation Adjustments: Employers may informally increase wages to maintain purchasing power.
2. Implications:
For Employers: Increases labor costs unpredictably, potentially affecting budgets.
For Employees: Can result in higher disposable income but may set unrealistic future expectations.
For Unions: Weakens the importance of formal collective bargaining agreements.
3. Relevance in HRM:
Managing wage drift is crucial for maintaining fairness, budget adherence, and trust in wage negotiations.
HR departments must monitor and address the factors leading to wage drift to align pay structures with organizational goals.
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