Preparation, in collective bargaining, includes establishing objectives for the contract, reviewing the old contract, and gathering data.

Collective Bargaining

Negotiation between union representatives and management representatives to arrive at a contract defining conditions of employment for the term of the contract and to administer that contract.

Objectives

Specific, measurable goals that are designed to be achieved within a certain timeframe.

Data

Quantitative or qualitative values that represent information or variables, often used for analysis or to make decisions.