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1 Terms related to flexible work arrangements

Learn some words and phrases related to flexible setups for work.
Learn to describe current trends in flexible working.

2 Approaches to working

agile working

a way of working that focuses on performance and results by allowing employees to

choose where, when and how they do their tasks. It puts emphasis on responding
quickly to changing circumstances rather than following strict procedures and
processes. Agile work environments also adopt a fluid distribution of responsibilities,
which results in multiple people handling a certain task and capable of solving problems
that may arise.

smart working

a comprehensive approach to flexible working characterized by various options for the

time and location of work, efficient workspaces, effective use of technologies, and
collaborative team efforts that reduce the need for travel and face-to-face meetings.
Smart working requires a trust-based culture and openness to continuing changes in
work practices and business processes.

3 Workers and workplaces

digital nomad

a person who travels while earning a living using telecommunications technologies.

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Digital nomads are not tied down to any location and usually work in knowledge-based
industries, such as marketing, consulting, media, and education.

digital workplace

the virtual counterpart of a physical office that is not limited to any geographic location.
Employees in a digital workplace use information and communication technologies to
perform their tasks and stay connected with each other.

hybrid team

a type of workforce composed of both office-based and remote employees

4 Arrangements for work

compressed workweek

an arrangement in which the standard five-day workweek is reduced, usually into four
10-hour days or three 12-hour days

flextime/flexible time

an arrangement that allows employees to work a certain number of hours each week or
month, but vary the times they start and finish their daily work

telecommuting

an arrangement that allows employees to work from home, using the internet and other
digital technologies to perform tasks and communicate with each other

teleworking

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a comprehensive term used to describe working at a distance from a central office. It

includes telecommuting, as well as working in a satellite office, a co-working space, a
coffee shop, or any other remote location.

5 To describe current trends in flexible working

Many organizations that have adopted smart working require their employees to use
company-issued devices for digital security.

To achieve environmental sustainability, companies are opting for digital workplaces,

which reduce commute-related carbon emissions and electricity consumption in
physical offices.

Members of hybrid teams typically collaborate through apps for instant messaging,
video conferencing, and file sharing.

Numerous companies are implementing flextime to help employees deal with long
commutes.

SUMMARY

Here are some words and phrases related to flexible work arrangements:
Approaches to working

agile working
smart working

Workers and workplaces

digital nomad
digital workplace
hybrid teams

Arrangements for work

compressed workweek
flextime/flexible time
telecommuting
teleworking

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