Today's managers are challenged by the winds of change as they swirl in seemingly paradoxical expectations. Organizations challenge managers to deliver better products or services at a faster pace while reducing costs, and to get the best performance possible out of an often insecure or cynical workforce. These outcomes appear contradictory at first glance. However, upon closer examination, a common denominator to these expectations is found. It is the human factor that provides the managerial link to achieving these desired outcomes.
Several factors influence successful linkage to performance.
It is our newly coined phrase for the managerial process of creating family-friendly work environments. The trend toward placing high priority on family issues presents challenges for organizations that want to attract and retain the best people. In order to attract and retain the best people, the organization's workplace environment must be perceived as supportive of and challenging to the individual . Blending is part of the organization business strategy whereby issues related to family life are understood and employee needs are met. It is considered good business practice rather than an accommodation.