FLEXIBLE WORKING STRUCTURES: A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK

Abstract

Work flexibility is a widely adopted approach that emerged in response to the evolving labor market, leading to transformations in the traditional workplace. It focuses on various aspects of work schedules, including timing, hours, and locations, to foster a balance between employers and employees. Five distinct forms of work flexibility have been identified, resulting in different flexible work structures that support organizations to operate effectively. These forms have gained importance as a necessity due to the recent pandemic context. This paper aims to provide an overview of the identified forms of work flexibility and the specific flexible structures associated with each. Taking an exploratory research approach there were analyzed different forms of work flexibility, as discussed in the literature review.