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Section : Develop a policy
Domain : Human Resource Management
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This chunk is part of the section on "Using best practice to support flexible working arrangements," which emphasizes the importance of developing a flexibility policy that aligns with legal obligations and employee needs. It outlines how such a policy can enhance understanding of flexible work, attract and retain staff, and promote a supportive work environment.
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A policy is a good way to show that your business supports flexibility. A policy can help your managers and employees understand how flexibility works and can give your business an advantage to attract and keep staff. When developing your flexibility policy, consider your legal obligations, business needs, and the views and circumstances of employees. Developing your policy in consultation with employees will help create a consistent and fair approach that works for everyone. Your policy should complement other policies and help employees achieve genuine work-life balance. Your flexibility policy should:
- What is the primary purpose of a flexibility policy in a business?
- How can a flexibility policy benefit a business in terms of staff retention?
- What factors should be considered when developing a flexibility policy?
- Why is it important to consult employees when creating a flexibility policy?
- In what ways should a flexibility policy align with other company policies?
- What is meant by 'genuine work-life balance' in the context of a flexibility policy?
- How might a flexibility policy impact employee satisfaction and productivity?
- What legal obligations should be taken into account when formulating a flexibility policy?
- Can you provide an example of how a flexibility policy could be implemented in a workplace?
- What challenges might arise when developing a flexibility policy, and how can they be addressed?