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Recent research found a positive relationship between flexible working practices and employee performance. The report concludes a two year collaboration between Cranfield School of Management and Working Families, with the participation of seven major leading organisations from a range of sectors.

 

As the availability and types of flexible work continue to increase, there is a greater need to know the affects of flexible work culture within an organisation.

Key findings of the report include:

 

-         The majority of flexible workers, their co-workers and managers reported that there was either a positive impact or no impact on individual performance, for quantity and quality of the work.

-         A majority of employees reported that flexible working had a positive effect in reducing and managing stress levels, although, for some flexible hours were named as a source of stress. 

-         Flexible workers were found to have higher levels of organisational commitment, and in some cases, higher levels of job satisfaction.  In addition, the availability of flexible working was a key competitive strategy within the labour market. 

 

Source: Ri5/Cranfield School of Management