TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS. 14.01 The parties recognize that technological developments, if they are to further the continued growth of the graphic arts industry, place a responsibility upon the Employer to explore and promote new markets, and require the cooperation of the Employer and the Union in the development of new skills. 14.02 In order to ensure the orderly and most advantageous introduction of new types of equipment and new processes, the parties agree to meet upon request of either party to consider and develop programs for the retraining or rehabilitation of employees in new skills required. 14.03 The Employer has the right to introduce technological change. Employees who were on staff as of October 13, 1978 will be the last to be laid off as a result of technological change. Any such lay-off shall be subject to the provisions of Article 9.03 (a).
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