A strong negotiation strategy protects your business, supports your workforce, and lays the groundwork for long-term labor stability.
FH Solutions Group specializes in guiding employers through the complex process of union contract negotiations. Our experienced labor relations consultants provide strategic leadership and hands-on support to help you reach cost-effective, legally sound, and sustainable collective bargaining agreements.
Whether you’re negotiating your first labor contract, renewing an existing agreement, or managing a high-stakes negotiation, we serve as trusted advisors or chief negotiators to protect your organization's operational and financial interests.
Strategic Support for Every Stage of Collective Bargaining
- We partner with your leadership, HR, operations, and legal teams to develop and execute a data-driven, customized contract negotiation strategy that aligns with your organization’s goals and workplace culture.
Pre-Negotiation Planning
- Assess current contract terms and workforce trends
- Identify key bargaining issues and economic pressure points
- Benchmark industry standards for wages, benefits, and work rules
Proposal Development & Cost Modeling
- Draft customized contract language and proposals
- Model the financial impact of union demands and management offers
- Prioritize items based on operational needs and negotiation leverage
Bargaining Strategy & Representation
- Lead negotiations or support your internal team as consultants
- Manage union relationships and navigate complex bargaining dynamics
- Help you prepare for good-faith bargaining, impasse, or mediation
Internal Communication & Stakeholder Alignment
- Develop negotiation talking points and internal messaging
- Train executives and managers on their roles during contract discussions
- Coordinate with HR, finance, and legal to ensure alignment