The development of a collaborative network management model for Thai labor working overseas

Abstract

The objective of this research is to study and propose a collaborative network management model for Thai labor working overseas in the future. It is a qualitative and future research. In developing the model, a synthesis was conducted from 17 worker management experts and Thai workers abroad, along with employing the Delphi method for model verification. The research findings revealed that the management model for Thai labor working overseas in the future can be classified into 3 phases; the upstream phase, consisting of 4 steps recruitment and training, selection, orientation, and preparation. Midstream phase, a process that involves protecting the rights, welfare, and benefits of overseas labor; and the downstream phase, a process related to the management of workers returning from working overseas. Emphasis was placed on the following key issues: (1) The government must increase its role in implementing policies for managing Thai workers working abroad; (2) To encourage the skill development of workers before working abroad; (3) To develop processes to protect workers working overseas; (4) The development of a process to oversee workers returning from working overseas; and (5) To upgrade the electronic systems for managing Thai workers working abroad for a comprehensive process.