聚焦新动向 探索新路径 2025连锁企业用工状况专题座谈会举行

Core Viewpoint - The meeting focused on employment issues in the retail chain industry, aiming to address labor challenges and explore new pathways for stable employment in the context of changing market dynamics and workforce needs [1][3]. Group 1: Employment Status and Challenges - The retail chain industry employs over 50 million people, accounting for approximately 7% of the total employment population, making it a crucial player in stabilizing and promoting employment [3]. - The current market competition has heightened demands for employee skills and cost control, while demographic changes and shifts in employment perceptions are increasing management difficulties and costs for companies [3]. - The meeting highlighted new trends and challenges in the labor market, particularly with the rise of Generation Z, who prioritize flexible employment, career development, and work-life balance, impacting traditional employment models [5]. Group 2: Innovative Practices for Employment Stability - Retail chains are implementing various strategies to stabilize employment, including optimizing scheduling systems, advancing digital management, providing skills training, and establishing new labor relations [5][6]. - The meeting discussed specific issues such as the application of smart robots, management of hourly workers, cross-regional labor collaboration, and the development of skilled talent pipelines [5]. Group 3: Legal Implications and Compliance - The upcoming implementation of the new judicial interpretation regarding labor disputes, effective September 1, has raised significant attention in the industry, particularly concerning labor relationship recognition and compensation payments [6]. - The meeting explored the specific impacts of these new regulations on labor management and strategies for compliance and risk prevention [6]. Group 4: Future Initiatives and Collaboration - The outcomes of the meeting will be compiled into a report addressing common industry issues and suggestions, which will be submitted to relevant government departments for policy-making reference [7]. - The China Chain Store and Franchise Association plans to continue its role as a bridge, establishing regular communication mechanisms and various initiatives to support the retail chain industry in achieving stable employment and development [7].