Advantages and Disadvantages of Flex-scheduling

Organizations need flexibility to respond to change. The essence of this flexibility is the ability to match labor needs with the existing labor supply, maintaining a balance between the well-being of the organization and that of employees. Flexible work schedules are one response to changes in the composition of the work force, new life-styles such as single-parent and two-paycheck households, and changes in the way people perceive work and time.
Alternative schedules can be categorized by the amount of time spent working, the time of day when work is scheduled, and the amount of employee control. Chief variations in the amount of time are part-time employment, inclduing phased retirement; emporary employment, and job sharing Variations in the timeof day include flextime, working at home, and the compressed work week.
Part-time Employment
These workers are primarily women, the very young, and older near-retirees--a diverse group with very different concerns. Large numbers of par...