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Flexible working time systems--the process of design and implementation.

K Hänecke1, H Grzech-Sukalo, C Jaeger

  • 1AWiS-consult, Hude, Germany.

Journal of Human Ergology
|October 21, 2003
PubMed
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Flexible working time systems were implemented across various German industries to balance company economic goals with employee well-being. These systems improved work-life balance and operational efficiency.

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Area of Science:

  • Workplace organization and management
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Human resource management

Background:

  • Flexible working time systems offer potential benefits for both employers and employees.
  • Previous implementations have shown varied success across different sectors.
  • A need exists to document practical approaches and outcomes of flexible work arrangements.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present case studies of flexible working time system implementation.
  • To illustrate diverse approaches to flexible work arrangements.
  • To highlight the aims and outcomes for companies and employees.

Main Methods:

  • Case study analysis of a counselling project in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
  • Examination of three distinct examples of flexible working time implementation.

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  • Description of system design and practical application processes.

    • Main Results:

    • An industrial plant optimized operations by expanding weekly hours and planning shifts to avoid overtime.
    • A service company enhanced weekend coverage by transitioning from on-call to regular shifts, with team-based responsibility.
    • An elder care facility adapted schedules to daily demand, integrating full- and part-time roles.

    Conclusions:

    • Flexible working time systems can be tailored to specific industry needs and organizational goals.
    • Successful implementation requires careful planning, adaptation to demand, and employee involvement.
    • These systems can positively impact both economic performance and employee quality of life.