Work reform: an opportunity to modernize work in Argentina

Javier Fernandez Verstegen*

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Repair work is a A topic that has been discussed in Argentina for a long time, But corrections always end up being integrated into the organization, without providing the necessary tools to solve basic issues, such as formal recruitment, promoting competitive employment, and modernizing contracting plans.

Process any repair Priority must be given to protecting rights and the principle of progressivismThis is within the legal framework The application is enshrined in our national constitution, international treaties and the doctrine of the Supreme Court. In the same way, the federal standard must be observed in reform, taking into account the diversity of realities existing in our country, and in the different activities carried out in production units of variable size.

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Beyond the rhetorical questions and discussions that can be raisedThere is a need to streamline recruitment processes and update various issues related to the employment relationship, Without this in any way implying a lack of protection for individuals, but with the aim of modernizing labor relations in a dynamic situation of context and ongoing challenges.

Informal activity is combated not with isolated sanctions, but with simple entry doors, predictable costs, and reduced potential conflicts. In this sense, legal certainty is not a commercial privilege, but rather the necessary condition for formality to be a rational choice for both employers and workers.

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It’s a commitment Striving to reach consensus among all actors in the field of labor law to provide legal certainty and predictability, Establish standards appropriate to varying market needs due to issues of region, activity, workforce skills, introduction of new technologies and business plans, among other issues, and generate Increasing formal labor sources and productivity standards.

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It is also important to understand that modernization does not mean eliminating protections, but rather redesigning business rules so that they remain effective in diverse contexts. This involves three main factors:

  • Predictability: Companies must have clear rules on working methods, trial periods, registration and dismissal plans, which reduces litigation and encourages early resolution of disputes.

  • Training and reconversionTechnological transformation is the automation of tasks and the modification of roles. The law must accompany this process with tools that promote learning and professional development adapted to new structures.

  • Informative social dialogue: Through collective bargaining in its various forms.

In short, any repair It must take care of trust and build it gradually, including various sectors, broad consensus, and signs of stabilityD. Experience shows that systems that combine worker protection with resilience tend to generate more jobs and better career paths.

Modernizing the labor market is not a threat, but rather an opportunity to provide better protection in a world that has changed and includes those who are today outside the scope of formal employment.

* A lawyer specializing in employment law and labor relations at Brons & Salas