There is no way Richard Anderson could go to the board of our Company and tell them "Hey guys, it cost us some money, but we got it done early." The only thing he (or any manager in his position) could do is report the outstanding deal he got through proactive engagement.

Nothing against anyone if this early bite at the apple fails. Both sides worked hard in good faith.

Given that this (and whatever we negotiate before a strike vote) is going to be relatively cost neutral, I am fine with not selling scope or work rules for pay.