It is likely that Facebook will work only with those companies that would comply with these rules.
Women, because they comprise about two-thirds of minimum-wage workers nationally, are particularly affected by wage adjustments.
Research also shows that providing adequate benefits contributes to a happier and ultimately more productive workforce.
Facebook implemented the new standards at its main campus in Menlo Park Headquarters on May 1.
Facebooks announcement was praised by unions who represent the people with low-wage jobs in Silicon Valley.
The announcement has even drawn praise from the White House and family groups.
Recently, more tech companies have taken initiatives to take care of their lower wage workers.
It also extended health care coverage to all service workers on USD Google campuses.
Similarly, Apple have taken steps to ensure that the drivers of their bus shuttles receive higher wages.
source: www.techworm.net
