A "company union" is generally recognized as being an organization that is not freely elected by the workforce, and over which an employer exerts some form of control. The International Labour Organization defines a company union as "A union limited to a single company which dominates or strongly influences it, thereby limiting its influence."
A "company union" is commonly acknowledged as an organization that is not freely chosen by employees, and under which a boss exerts some kind of influence. The International Labour Organization defines a company union as "A union confined to one firm that either dominates or significantly impacts it, thereby diminishing its reach."