Japanese production management and labour relations in Brazil
研究日本式生产管理对劳动力的影响，基于巴西18家企业的证据，发现工人接受新工作方式以换取更好的就业和工作条件，而这一交换取决于工会活动、劳动力市场条件和内部管理控制。
This article considers the impact on labour of the introduction of Japanese‐style production management. Evidence from industrialised countries is used to argue that the impact of Japanese‐style production management depends on union activities, labour market conditions and the internal control mechanisms developed by management. Evidence from a study of 18 firms in Brazil shows that Japanese‐style production management is being implemented. Labour's commitment to new working practices is gained in exchange for improved employment and working conditions. The terms of this exchange are explained by reference to trade union activities, labour market conditions and internal controls.