757 Implementation Checklist
Fred (Chairman of Board & CEO): OK folks, let's add 757s to FDX as replacements for retiring 727s.
Management Guy #1 in charge of 757 transition: Cool, boss. I'll run the 757 Implementation Checklist.
1. Find 757s to acquire. Start acquiring and converting. Check.
2. Make sure AGE/ULDs works with 757. Check.
3. Recruit new LCA/flex cadre. Make whatever verbal promises required, but DO NOT PUT IT IN WRITING. Check.
4. String along union and cadre telling both parties you're working out pay rates and other work rules while cadre are training. Check.
5. Distract all parties by offering atrocious LOA that is the Best and Final Offer Available. Check.
6. Throw mongo-big party when LOA unexpectedly passes by 68%. Check.
7. Do NOT discuss "work arounds" to the CBA with union. Assure cadre the check is in the mail. Check.
8. Open bid for FDAs HKG and CDG. Sweeten the pot while bid is still open based on prelim practice bids. Check.
9. Express amazement when cadre do not bid the 757. Check.
10. What now, boss?