Four-day workweek in corporate sector: post-pandemic work arrangement for Bangladesh

Nur Nahar Yasmin ()
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Nur Nahar Yasmin: University of Dhaka

SN Business & Economics, 2024, vol. 4, issue 7, 1-26

Abstract: Abstract The global adoption of the four-day workweek has surged, particularly accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by a collective desire for increased flexibility, heightened productivity, prolonged employee tenure, improved mental and physical well-being, and a more harmonious work-life balance, additionally contributes to reducing carbon emissions and fostering overall employee satisfaction within organizations through either reducing (4/32) or compressing (4/40) work schedules. This paper advocates for implementing a four-day workweek in Bangladesh by proposing a schedule from Monday to Thursday, with Sunday designated as an additional weekend day to align with international practices. It emphasizes the importance of integrating theories of change management, alongside maintaining constant motivation, embracing transformational leadership, and ensuring meticulous control. This scholarly research pioneers the discussion to establish this process in Bangladesh, on why and how Bangladeshi companies should adopt this arrangement, offering insights tailored to the unique context, challenges, and socio-economic landscape of the region for the post-COVID era.

Keywords: Four-day workweek; Reduced and compressed workweek; Alternative work arrangements; Post-pandemic; Bangladesh (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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