It's an important part of how we define respect. The study, conducted with MK Consultants, demonstrated a strong business rationale for bolstering flexibility. It also showed that when balancing work and life needs, what employees needed and valued most was respect. Baxter then set out to build a culture that supports flexibility. Managers and employees work together to develop solutions that meet customer commitments and business demands while addressing individual employee needs.
Any employee can request an alternative work arrangement.
AWA proposal kits are available on the company's Intranet. Unlike some companies, when employees request an AWA, they are not required to explain the reason for the request. The feasibility of the arrangement and its fit with business needs are considered without regard to which outside responsibilities or activities are deserving of flexibility. In 1999, nearly 20 percent of the jobs posted on our Intranet offered some type of alternative work arrangement. Approximately 15 percent of United States employees are working an alternate work arrangement.