The likelihood of people in IT jobs taking part in industrial action could be reduced if strike rule changes are implemented.
Those with IT jobs, as well as workers in other sectors, may find they are less likely to take action if it is dependent on total support numbers rather than proportional backing.
The Confederation of British Industry has called for a new system to be implemented in order to reduce the number of strikes.
Currently, unions can call a strike if the majority of people voting want such an outcome.
The CBI suggests that union action should only be permitted if 40 per cent of the total workforce backs the plan.
John Cridland, the CBI deputy director-general, said the changes would bring about a number of financial benefits for the UK.
He said: "Strikes cost the economy dearly and undermine our efforts to help rebuild the economy. That is why we believe the bar needs to be raised. "
The Trades Union Congress has criticised the CBI proposal.
