The Future of Work

Embracing flexible working practices

As the world continues to adapt to the new normal brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses and organisations face a critical challenge: embracing flexible working practices or risk falling behind. With the majority of employees now expecting the option to work remotely or under a hybrid model, it's crucial for businesses to adapt to these changing expectations and implement flexible working practices for long-term success.

The growing demand for flexibility

As the pandemic forced many companies to adopt remote working, employees and employers alike have experienced the benefits of flexible working practices. For example, remote work has allowed employees to achieve a better work-life balance and increased productivity by eliminating time-consuming commutes.

According to the EY Work Reimagined Employer Survey 2021, 90% of employees now want flexibility in when and where they work. However,