samningakerfi
Samningakerfi is a term used in Icelandic to describe a structured system for creating and managing agreements. It denotes a framework within which contracts are negotiated, formalized, and enforced across sectors such as labor markets and public procurement. A samningakerfi typically includes standardized terms, templates, pre-agreed price levels or ranges, performance criteria, and mechanisms for dispute resolution. The governing logic is to reduce ad hoc negotiations, lower transaction costs, improve transparency, and provide predictability for participants.
In labor relations, samningakerfi often refers to the system of collective agreements negotiated between employers' associations
Implementation and governance vary, but common features include formal negotiation processes, designated bodies or committees to
Benefits include predictability, faster contracting, and easier comparison across suppliers or employers. Critics warn that rigid