There are alternative methods to traditional, formal dispute resolution including mediation, fact-finding, ombudsing, interest-based negotiation, and arbitration. All are designed to resolve employee-employer disputes in a way that is more efficient and more effective than traditional, adversarial methods of dispute resolution. We promote the use of ADR by Federal agencies. A related topic is alternative discipline, which involves the use of alternatives to traditional disciplinary procedures and penalties.
ADR
Resource Guide. OPM's ADR guide was updated January 9, 2003. This guide contains a wide range of information about the
use of ADR in the Federal Government.
There are alternative methods to traditional, formal dispute resolution including mediation, fact-finding, ombudsing, interest-based negotiation, and arbitration. All are designed to resolve employee-employer disputes in a way that is more efficient and more effective than traditional, adversarial methods of dispute resolution. We promote the use of ADR by Federal agencies. A related topic is alternative discipline, which involves the use of alternatives to traditional disciplinary procedures and penalties.
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