Flexible Working
Flexible working is an important part of the Staffordshire County Council Travel Plan for numerous reasons:
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It reduces wasteful unnecessary travel and resource consumption
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Assists effective and efficient service delivery
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Operating and administrative costs are lower
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Business efficiency and productivity are higher
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Staff motivation and retention are better
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Better equal opportunities & work-life balance
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Less absenteeism
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Reductions in business mileage costs and need for car parking
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Environmental sustainability is increased
Management implications:
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Suitability criteria
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Amended contract
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Safe working arrangements (H&S Guide)
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Set up costs- IT requirements, phone line, equipment
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Training
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Management & monitoring
Out of sight does not mean out of control.
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