Auto industry contract negotiations in 2007 represent an example of pattern bargaining.

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Pattern bargaining is a practice where a labor union negotiates a contract with one employer and then uses that contract as a template for negotiations with other employers in the same industry. In 2007, the United Auto Workers (UAW) used pattern bargaining in their contract negotiations with the "Big Three" automakers (General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler). The UAW negotiated similar contracts with each company, which included wage increases, improved healthcare benefits, and job security provisions.

Auto Industry Contract Negotiations in 2007 Represent an Example of Pattern