Workers have withdrawn the threat of industrial action after progress was made in early morning negotiations between IBM and the Australian Services Unions today.

Employees at the IBM Flightdeck in Baulkham Hills had voted to take industrial action in the form of four hour rolling stoppages following IBM’s refusal to negotiate an agreement with employees.

Branch Secretary of the ASU, Sally McManus, said the negotiations were a positive indication that IBM was prepared to come to the table and talk with its employees.

“The meeting with IBM management today was positive and negotiations will continue next week.

“Workers at the Flightdeck have agreed to withdraw industrial action for now, to allow negotiations to continue in good faith.

“ASU members are pleased with the progress and will meet next Thursday to consider an offer from IBM,” said Ms McManus.