Which of the following is not a part of the time line of the bargaining (negotiation) process?

A) Exchange proposals
B) Rights arbitration in case of impasse
C) Conduct benchmarking
D) Assign a bargaining team

Rights Arbitration

A form of arbitration focusing on interpreting and applying terms of existing contracts or laws to resolve disputes over rights and obligations of parties.

Benchmarking

The process of comparing one's business processes and performance metrics to industry bests or best practices from other companies.

Bargaining Team

A group of individuals, often comprised of union representatives or employees, designated to negotiate terms of employment, such as wages and conditions, with an employer.