Possibilities and limitations of flexible work arrangements in the military
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Authors
Kanlis, Ioannis
Subjects
workplace flexibility
flexible work arrangements
military work environment
flextime
telework
telecommuting
flexible work arrangements
military work environment
flextime
telework
telecommuting
Advisors
Sullivan, Ryan S.
Cunha, Jesse M.
Date of Issue
2016-06
Date
16-Jun
Publisher
Monterey, California: Naval Postgraduate School
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Abstract
Employers widely utilize flexible work arrangements (FWAs) both to improve employee work-life balance and to increase organizational effectiveness. To date, the private sector has embraced FWA to a much larger extent than has the military. In this project, I outline the underpinnings of workplace flexibility and describe how it can potentially improve the military labor market. First, I outline a conceptual framework that addresses the work environment's dynamics and complexities while assessing the most common benefits and challenges found in FWAs. Second, I outline a military-centered five-phase process that facilitates the implementation of FWAs in the military work environment. The model is not a panacea, but is instead a comprehensive starting point to help management understand the importance of workplace flexibility, the positive effects from the organizations' and defense members' perspectives, and the elements of an implementation plan.
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MBA Professional Report
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Graduate School of Business and Public Policy (GSBPP)
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