Work Flexibility

Work flexibility refers to a set of practices that allow organizations to adapt how work is structured based on the needs of both employees and the business. It can relate to working hours, work location, workload, or how tasks are performed.

Work flexibility has become a strategic lever in human resources management, especially with the rise of remote work, flexible schedules, and hybrid work models. It responds to employee expectations around work-life balance while giving organizations greater agility.

Examples of work flexibility

• Flexible working hours
• Remote or hybrid work
• Compressed workweeks or 4-day workweeks
• Part-time work or job sharing
• Autonomy in task organization

Challenges and benefits

For employers, work flexibility helps attract and retain talent, reduce absenteeism, and increase employee engagement. For employees, it contributes to well-being, motivation, and overall job satisfaction. However, work flexibility efforts require setting up clear rules teams need to follow. These rules can be detailed in your employee handbook or organizational policies.