Toby Hough, VP of people and culture at HiBob, discusses how AI is making work faster but also more intense, urging organisations to use efficiency gains wisely.
Searches for four-day work week companies, 32-hour work week, WFH side hustle and WFH jobs with no experience all rose by over 4,000%.
Vicky Walker said: “Offering a flexible work week allows employees the right to prioritise their work-life balance without compromising on work efficiency and productivity."
Under the new pattern, council staff are expected to do all their work in about 80% of their contracted hours, with no pay cut.
Round-table attendees agreed flexible working is not a perk but a key part of workplace reform for both employees and businesses.
Maggie Chapman MSP, highlighted benefits such as improved work-life balance and increased productivity.
This approach follows the 100:80:100 model, providing 100% pay for 80% of the time.
The 4 Day Week campaign advocates for reduced working hours without a loss in pay or benefits.
These organisations have all been recognised as permanently accredited four-day week employers by the 4 Day Week Foundation.
New research by Sopro has revealed that a four day work week could boost profits for many businesses.