Canadian Labour Market and Productivity Centre
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 106
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The aim of this report is to identify and document examples of workplaces where management and labour have developed and implemented innovative approaches relating to work and work-time arrangements. It first reviews the context of change in the labour market and business environment as a result of globalization, technological innovation, and demographic change. It then identifies both business and labour interest in the area of alternative working arrangements as a response to those changes. Specific types of new work arrangements are next discussed, including flexible work schedules, home-based work, compressed or reduced work weeks, shift arrangements, job sharing, and part-time work. Finally, case study evidence is summarized which relates to the business/labour interests in alternative working arrangements, elements of success of alternative arrangements are discussed, and future research is suggested.