When the United States entered World War I in 1917, the National War Labor Board formed by President Woodrow Wilson asked the NICB to formulate plans that would keep war industries running and strife-free. Its recommendations—based on cooperation between representatives of employers, employees, and government—were adopted in full.
Upon America's entry into World War I in 1917, the National War Labor Board, created by President Woodrow Wilson, sought the NICB's assistance in devising plans to ensure war industries continued smoothly and peacefully. The NICB's suggestions, which emphasized cooperation among business leaders, workers, and government officials, were completely accepted.