Another set of rail strikes that took place on 1, 5 and 8 October impacted the UK economy, with many businesses facing financial consequences. And with further strikes on Avanti West Coast services already scheduled for late October and early November, an acceptable deal for both parties does not appear to be forthcoming.
To minimise the impact of industrial action, businesses need to pinpoint vulnerable areas that strikes will uncover, acting swiftly to address these shortcomings. Those that plan thoroughly will reap the benefits, experiencing little to no downtime while at the same time keeping the door firmly shut against bad actors seeking to take advantage of the situation.
Any immediate changes introduced to limit the immediate financial impact will also have a positive effect in the long run. It is the businesses who refuse to change that will see their output hindered with each additional day of strike action that is announced.
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