In the context of the so-called Hartz reforms, the previous unemployment assistance and the social assistance for individuals who are in need but capable of work were combined into a uniform basic benefit for those seeking employment. After a brief description of the problems associated with the...

Summary Company-level pacts for employment are agreements between management and the company's work force that are characterized by concessions from both bargaining partners. Employees agree to company-specific deviations from a collective contract that include negative components like reduced...

[Einführung] Fachkräftemangel ist in Deutschland seit der letzten großen Krise, also nach 2009, zu einem wichtigen wirtschaftspolitischen Thema geworden. Fast täglich finden sich in den Medien Äußerungen hierzu. Vor allem von Unternehmen, deren Verbänden oder ihnen nahe stehenden...