Changes In Working Practices Flashcards
1
Q
Working practices have changed over time
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Working practices have changed over time due to factors such as trade union influence, legislation, worker preferences and technological advancements. There is now more flexibility in working practices than ever before and the traditional ‘Monday to Friday, 9-5, office-based’ job is becoming less common.
2
Q
A flexible workforce may involve a combination of the different types of the following working arrangements or contracts:
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Flexible hours
Home working
Part time employment
Temporary employment
Job sharing
Multi skilling
Zero hour contracts
Hot desking
