Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
The HR Dictionary
Fri, Jun 19, 2026
Alternative dispute resolution is a method of resolving workplace disputes outside traditional court action, often through mediation or arbitration.
What Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) means in business operations
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is explained here in the context of real finance, payroll, HR, and ERP workflows. This definition is written for business users who need practical understanding that supports implementation, reporting, approvals, reconciliation, and policy decisions.
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Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Alternative dispute resolution is a method of resolving workplace disputes outside traditional court action, often through mediation or arbitration.
Why it matters
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) matters in HR, payroll, compliance, and workforce operations because teams rely on shared definitions to apply policy, process records correctly, and communicate decisions clearly.
How teams use it
HR, payroll, and operational leaders use Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) when they review employee records, enforce policy, answer questions, prepare reports, and manage day-to-day workforce processes.
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