In contracts in 1983 and 1986, the machinists accepted annual productivity bonuses instead of wage increases.
In addition, employees share the proceeds of company success either through general productivity bonuses or bonuses attributed to their particular section.
As well, they are reported to be happier, living higher quality lives, and - in companies that have productivity bonuses - making more money.
Perhaps Gove could give them a productivity bonus - like letting them keep their 3% extra tax.
Workers received productivity bonuses and there was no violence.
In addition to the 4 percent increase, productivity bonuses can be added to union contracts.
I'll have a company car, medical/dental, training seminars, and productivity bonuses.
She said her manager wanted to collect a $2,000 productivity bonus that was based in part on how many cases were closed quickly.
The workers can get a productivity bonus if they surpass the minimum production level.
That agreement also included income-tax credits for the lowest-paid workers and some productivity bonuses in contracts.