VS/2021/0014
TransFormWork
Social partners together for digital transformation of the
world of work. New dimensions of social dialogue deriving
from the Autonomous Framework Agreement on Digitalisation
ΣΤΟΧΟΙ ΤΟΥ ΕΡΓΟΥ
Study
To study the national context, existing strategies and methodologies related to the implementation of the European Social Partners’ Framework Agreement on Digitalisation, the challenges faced by social dialogue deriving from the digital transformation of the world of work, the new opportunities presented by digitalisation
Comparative analysis
To make a comparative analysis of the trends in the partner countries
Raise awareness
To raise awareness of the European autonomous social dialogue outcomes and improve understanding of employers, workers and their representatives of the opportunities and challenges in the world of work resulting from the digital transformation
Exchange experience
Within the context of the European Social Partners’ Framework Agreement on Digitalisation to exchange experience and good practice examples and the role of the social partners and social dialogue in this process
Catalogue of Good Practices
To develop a ‘Catalogue of Good Practices’ to assist the employers’ and workers’ organisations to mutually benefit from the opportunities and deal with the challenges in a partnership approach
Organise discussions
To organise discussions and exchange between workers’ and employers’ representatives on the role of social dialogue in the context of its new dimensions at national and transnational levels by exchange of information and good practice examples
Promote good practices
To promote good practices and positive outcomes of the digital transformation and the role and impact the social dialogue can play in the process for social development and economic effects in the partner countries and other EU Member States
Explore the necessity
To explore the necessity for amendment of the existing national legal frameworks in order to enhance the implementation of the European Social Partners’ Framework Agreement on Digitalisation and to make suggestions to the relevant institutions.
Co-beneficiries
Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB)

The Confederation of the Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB) established in 1990 is the biggest representative trade union organisation in Bulgaria representing the interests of about 380 000 workers and employees in Bulgaria. CITUB has been affiliated to ETUC and ITUC since1995.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Bulgarian Industrial Association (BIA)

The Bulgarian Industrial Association – Union of the Bulgarian Business (BIA) is a voluntary, non-profit and non-governmental organization of the Bulgarian industry, established on 25 April 1980. BIA is an umbrella organization with a matrix structure, vertically representing the branch (sector) oriented organization and horizontally the regional and municipal organizations.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Estonian Employers’ Confederation (ETKL)

We believe that private sector employers are the key to the development of Estonia and the welfare of its people. Realising this responsibility, we have intentionally taken an active role in improving life in Estonia. The Estonian Employers’ Confederation stands for a vital Estonia, being the voice of employers in Estonia and internationally.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Malta Chamber

The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry is the independent voice of the private sector in Malta. Its principal mission is to actively represent companies from all economic sectors and ensure that entrepreneurs enjoy the best competitive environment and regulatory conditions possible for the conduct of business.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Cyprus Workers’ Confederation (SEK)

Brief History
The Cyprus Workers Confederation-SEK, established in 1944, is one of the most important social partners in Cyprus within the framework of tripartite cooperation.
SEK represents through its affiliated unions, workers in all sectors of the country’s economic activity. The mass of members comes from the private sector, but SEK also represents the majority of workers in semi-governmental utilities and services and local authorities, as well as blue-collar public employees.
Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation (OEB)

The Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation (OEB) is the most representative national employer organization, politically independent, with a mission to promote and support the benefits of Cypriot businesses in Cyprus, in the European Union (EU) and internationally.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Services, Industrial, Professional and Technical Union (SIPTU)

The Services, Industrial, Professional and Technical Union (SIPTU) represents over 180,000 workers from virtually every category of employment across almost every sector of the Irish economy. SIPTU provides the expertise, experience and back-up services necessary to assist workers in their dealings with employers, government and industrial relations institutions.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Associated organizations
European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC)

The European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) speaks with a single voice on behalf of European workers to have a stronger say in EU decision-making.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…BusinessEurope

BusinessEurope is the leading advocate for growth and competitiveness at European level, standing up for companies across the continent and actively campaigning on the issues that most influence their performance.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Concordia

Concordia Employers’ Confederation represents 14 of the most important sectors in the Romanian economy and it is a social dialogue partner, representative at national/cross-sectoral level.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Ibec

Ibec is Ireland’s largest lobby and business representative group. Our purpose is to help build a better, sustainable future by influencing, supporting and delivering for business success. With over 230 employees, Ibec engages with key stakeholders in Ireland and internationally through our six regional offices and our Brussels office, along with an extensive international network in the UK and US.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Swedish Trade Union Confederation (LO)

The Swedish Trade Union Confederation, LO, is the central organisation for 14 affiliates which organise workers within both the private and the public sectors.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…The General Workers Union (GWU) – Malta

Founded in 1943, the GWU is the biggest Trade Union in Malta, with the most significant number of members from every sector of the economy. It has always respected and defended the workers’ interests. Over the years, it has improved working conditions and workers’ quality of life both at work and outside.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Confederation of Swedish Enterprise (CSE)

The Confederation of Swedish Enterprise produces concrete proposals for measures and reforms that improve the business climate. We provide knowledge and inform opinion. We seek to influence politicians and other decisionmakers. We represent business in discussions with unions and authorities. We give Swedish business a voice in the EU.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Affiliated entity
Malta Business Bureau

The Malta Business Bureau represents the Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry and the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) in Brussels and Malta. It does so by liaising directly with the European institutions, the Maltese Permanent Representation and with umbrella organisations such as BusinessEurope, Eurochambers and Hotrec on all policy and funding issues affecting Maltese business interests.
Διαβάστε Περισσότερα…Νέα/Εκδηλώσεις
First national Info Day – Malta
Friday 8 April 2022 Malta 1st national event on Digital Transformation of the workplace The Malta Chamber and the Malta Business Bureau in association with the General Workers Union organised a webinar event discussing two key topics from the EU autonomous framework...
Fourth SC meeting
The fourth SC meeting of the project took place on 25 February 2022 via Zoom and was attended by the project coordinators and researchers from CITUB, ETKL, Malta Chamber, SEK, OEB, Ibec. During the meeting the following topics were discussed and or/reported: an...
First Bulgarian National Info Day
The First Bulgarian National Info Day took place on 15 February 2022 organized jointly by the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria and the Bulgarian Industrial Association. The event was attended by 30 people (in presence) and 15 people on-line. The...
Estonian Info Days
The First Estonian Info Day took place on 9.12.2021 as a hybrid event in Tallinn with 28 participants (in presence), representatives from branch structures of the social partners in Estonia. Koolitajad: Kristi Malmberg, Ann Marii Nergi ja Annika Arras, Millton...
First European Round Table
The First Round Table was carried out on 3 December 2021 via Zoom and as a hybrid meeting in Bulgaria and Cyprus. The Round table was organized and hosted by the Estonian Employers’ Confederation (ETKL). It was attended by 60 stakeholders from the partner countries....
Third SC meeting
The Third SC meeting was carried out on 12 October 2021 via Zoom and was attended by all co-beneficiary organizations and 3 of the associated organizations. During the meeting the 5 National desk researches were presented. A positive assessment was given to the work...
Second SC meeting
The Second SC meeting was carried out on 22 June 2021 and was attended by all co-beneficiary organizations and four of the associated organizations. During the meeting the following major items were discussed: the desk research – first outcomes, some initial...
The first meeting of the Project Research Team
The first meeting of the Project Research Team took place on 18 May 2021 via Zoom. All the researchers from the co-beneficiary organizations and the Research Team Leader - Lyuboslav Kostov made some final remarks/comments on the Research framework and...
Kick-off-meeting
The kick-off meeting of the project TransFormWork was carried out on 26.03.2021 via Zoom. It was attended by 34 members of the project team from all co-beneficiary, associated and affiliated organizations. The new project was officially launched and presented by the...
Ομάδα έργου
Ina Atansova

Project manager of TransFormWork
Head of PM unit/CITUB
CITUB
Luyboslav Kostov

Project Research Team Leader
Director of ISSI at CITUB
CITUB
Velichka Mikova

Project expert
National Secretary/CITUB
CITUB
Mariya Mincheva

Project researcher
Vice chairman of BIA
BIA
Svetlana Doncheva

Project coordinator
Head of the Project Management Unit
BIA
Prof. Elena Shoikova

Project researcher
Professor at Technical University – Sofia
BIA
Maria Theodorou

Project Coordinator
Head of Research and European Programmes Service
Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation (OEB)
Lena Panayiotou

Researcher
Director / Industrial Relations & Social Policy Department
Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation (OEB)
Paraskevas Anastasiou

Expert
Head / International Relations & Event Management Service
Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation (OEB)
Linda Larsson

Project Researcher
Swedish Trade Union Confederation (LO)
Kent

Project Coordinator
Swedish Trade Union Confederation (LO)
Brian McGann

Project Coordinator
Services, Industrial, Professional and Technical Union (SIPTU)
Kevin P O’Kelly

Project Researcher
Services, Industrial, Professional and Technical Union (SIPTU)
Mr. Joe Tanti

Project Coordinator
Malta Business Bureau
Mr. Daniel Debono

Project Researcher
Malta Business Bureau
Mr. Daniel Cassar

Project Coordinator
Malta Chamber
Raul Aron

Analyst-advisor
Estonian Employers’ Confederation (ETKL)
Johanna Odes

Communication specialist and project coordinator
Estonian Employers’ Confederation (ETKL)
Piia Zimmermann

Legal adviser
Estonian Employers’ Confederation (ETKL)
Adelina Dabu

Project Coordinator
Concordia