{"id":710,"date":"2026-01-13T06:55:14","date_gmt":"2026-01-13T06:55:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/?p=710"},"modified":"2026-01-13T06:55:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T06:55:16","slug":"what-is-flextime-flexible-working","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Flextime? Introduction to flexible working"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-container-1 wp-block-group\">\n<p>As personal lives get busier than easier, employees with flexible work option can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/9-ways-to-increase-your-productivity-at-work\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/9-ways-to-increase-your-productivity-at-work\/\">stay productive<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For decades, most Americans have worked 5 days a week, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 48 to 50 weeks a year. However, more and more employees wish to enjoy a flexible work schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, most companies today adopt flextime systems because of their ease of management, low maintenance, and convenience. They have become highly in demand during the pandemic-induced-lockdowns when many businesses and organizations have to shift to flexible remote work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep reading to get more familiar with flextime and determine whether it suits your organization or not.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-7 wp-block-group\">\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_34 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#What_is_Flextime\" title=\"What is Flextime?\">What is Flextime?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Remote_work\" title=\"Remote work\">Remote work<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Customized_job_sharing\" title=\"Customized job sharing&nbsp;\">Customized job sharing&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Job_sharing\" title=\"Job sharing&nbsp;\">Job sharing&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Comp_time\" title=\"Comp time&nbsp;\">Comp time&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Flexible_work_week\" title=\"Flexible work week\">Flexible work week<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Why_is_it_good_to_introduce_Flextime\" title=\"Why is it good to introduce Flextime?\">Why is it good to introduce Flextime?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Who_can_benefit_from_Flextime_and_how_to_introduce_Flextime\" title=\"Who can benefit from Flextime and how to introduce Flextime?\">Who can benefit from Flextime and how to introduce Flextime?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Improved_work-life_balance\" title=\"Improved work-life balance&nbsp;\">Improved work-life balance&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#More_opportunities_for_professional_development\" title=\"More opportunities for professional development&nbsp;\">More opportunities for professional development&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Better_health\" title=\"Better health&nbsp;\">Better health&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Fewer_employee_absences\" title=\"Fewer employee absences&nbsp;\">Fewer employee absences&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Boosts_employee_productivity\" title=\"Boosts employee productivity&nbsp;\">Boosts employee productivity&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Attracts_more_talent\" title=\"Attracts more talent\">Attracts more talent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Saves_money\" title=\"Saves money\">Saves money<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Clarify_employees_roles_and_responsibilities\" title=\"Clarify employees\u2019 roles and responsibilities&nbsp;\">Clarify employees\u2019 roles and responsibilities&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Set_clear_objectives_and_goals\" title=\"Set clear objectives and goals&nbsp;\">Set clear objectives and goals&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Establish_communication_guidelines\" title=\"Establish communication guidelines&nbsp;\">Establish communication guidelines&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Create_core_employee_hours\" title=\"Create core employee hours&nbsp;\">Create core employee hours&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#What_are_the_obstacles_of_introducing_Flextime\" title=\"What are the obstacles of introducing Flextime?\">What are the obstacles of introducing Flextime?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Not_suitable_for_all_employee_roles\" title=\"Not suitable for all employee roles&nbsp;\">Not suitable for all employee roles&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Lack_of_accountability\" title=\"Lack of accountability&nbsp;\">Lack of accountability&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Security_and_liability_concerns\" title=\"Security and liability concerns&nbsp;\">Security and liability concerns&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#What_are_the_tools_that_help_in_flexible_working\" title=\"What are the tools that help in flexible working?\">What are the tools that help in flexible working?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Time-tracking_software\" title=\"Time-tracking software&nbsp;\">Time-tracking software&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Scheduling_software\" title=\"Scheduling software&nbsp;\">Scheduling software&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#HR_system\" title=\"HR system&nbsp;\">HR system&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Calendar_software\" title=\"Calendar software&nbsp;\">Calendar software&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Collaboration_tools\" title=\"Collaboration tools&nbsp;\">Collaboration tools&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Video_conferencing_apps\" title=\"Video conferencing apps\">Video conferencing apps<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/what-is-flextime-flexible-working\/#Final_words\" title=\"Final words&nbsp;\">Final words&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Flextime\"><\/span>What is Flextime?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Flextime, also referred to as flexitime or flexible working, is an arrangement that allows employees to alter the starting and end time of their workday. They can still work a similar number of scheduled hours as they do under a traditional schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With flextime, employees can integrate their personal lives and work more effectively under flexible conditions. The flexible daily schedule allows them to come to work, take lunch, or leave. This arrangement does not affect employees\u2019 responsibilities, their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/how-to-calculate-employee-hours-worked\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/how-to-calculate-employee-hours-worked\/\">total hours worked<\/a>, and the goals to be achieved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees can come and go as they wish in a flexible setting. On the other hand, many workplaces still set organizational core hours for operational purposes. Employees have to follow the designated time to be at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Core hours are the number of hours in a workday, and employees have to be available during those times, regardless of how different their schedules are. During core hours, employees can make decisions and discuss issues in real-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The company usually decides the core time depending on the employees\u2019 operational needs, projects, locations, and roles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is an example of a flextime policy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Flexible arrival at work:<\/strong>&nbsp;7:00 AM to 10:00 AM<\/li><li><strong>Flexible lunch hours:&nbsp;<\/strong>12:AM to 2:00 PM&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Flexible leave:<\/strong>&nbsp;4:00 PM to 6:00 PM&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Core hours:<\/strong>&nbsp;10:00 AM to 12:00 AM, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the different flextime arrangements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-2 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remote_work\"><\/span>Remote work<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This flexible working arrangement allows employees to work from home or other locations outside the organization\u2019s physical office, like a co-working space or coffee shop. Besides allowing employees to pick where they want to work from, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/6-tips-for-managing-remote-team\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/6-tips-for-managing-remote-team\/\">remote working<\/a> also gives them the freedom to work at their own pace.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-3 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Customized_job_sharing\"><\/span>Customized job sharing&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Customized work hours give employees the liberty to choose their working hours. So, two employees can start or end their work at different times.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, an employee can come into the office at 7:00 AM, while the other employees can do the same at 9:00 AM. On the other hand, they must consider the core time while covering the minimum flextime hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-4 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Job_sharing\"><\/span>Job sharing&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Job sharing allows two part-time workers to do their jobs in shifts to substitute the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/part-time-vs-full-time\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/part-time-vs-full-time\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">full-time employees<\/a>. On the other hand, they have to communicate and coordinate with each other to deliver optimal productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, a customer service representative can work from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, while the other employee can take over the work from 12:00 AM to 4:00 PM.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-5 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comp_time\"><\/span>Comp time&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During busy, this flextime arrangement allows employees to work extra time. Instead of receiving overtime pay, employees can take time off on days with little work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, a customer service representative who takes extra hours handling customer complaints can take advantage of this flex time arrangement to work less later.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-6 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flexible_work_week\"><\/span>Flexible work week<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With a flexible work week arrangement, employees can choose how they wish to accomplish their work within a week. They can take a long weekend off once they complete the minimum weekly hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, if a web designer has completed all their work in three days, they can enjoy a day off and have a four-day weekend.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-8 wp-block-group\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_it_good_to_introduce_Flextime\"><\/span>Why is it good to introduce Flextime?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main reason for introducing flextime in a company so to keep key, dedicated employees who experience conflicts with traditional work hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Companies that offer flexible working options can gain increased worker satisfaction and productivity, as well as reduced turnover and absenteeism. As a result, they can save great amounts of money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flextime can create a more satisfying and happier workplace. Since their employers allow them to enjoy work-life time adjustments, they feel more motivated and work harder to rebalance their lives and hold on to their flexible schedule.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-17 wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-container-9 wp-block-group\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_can_benefit_from_Flextime_and_how_to_introduce_Flextime\"><\/span>Who can benefit from Flextime and how to introduce Flextime?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Flextime can benefit employees, teams, and employers in several ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees can benefit from flextime schedules through:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-10 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_work-life_balance\"><\/span>Improved work-life balance&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditionally, employees need to follow fixed start and end timings. So, they usually cannot attend to personal responsibilities during work hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, with flextime schedules, they do not need to work 8 hours straight. They can perform personal tasks in between work hours. This helps boost employee satisfaction and work-life balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, employees have the opportunity to plan a one-hour appointment with a doctor and then work an extra hour to cover the missed time. Working parents can start working early to take their children to a childcare facility. Employees can also schedule personal tasks before or after their core times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The flexibility employees get from flextime schedules can increase their loyalty and morale. These employees tend to be engaged with the organization and put extra effort into their tasks when needed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-11 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_opportunities_for_professional_development\"><\/span>More opportunities for professional development&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flexible working gives employees more time to grow professionally. They can enroll in offline or online classes to advance their careers without missing work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, remote workers in California can attend online classes streamed from Australia during working hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides professional development, flextime allows employees to work on their hobbies, personal lives, health, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, employees can play basketball or attend a yoga class or go to the gym after working for two hours in the morning without risking work hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-12 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Better_health\"><\/span>Better health&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With flextime, employees can encourage a safer working environment while staying healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This work arrangement can limit the number of employees going to the office, which enables <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/hybrid-work-schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/hybrid-work-schedule\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hybrid<\/a> or remote work. In short, fewer employees will come to the office, reducing interactions and spreading diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, employees will not experience burnout. They have the energy to stay productive and complete their tasks on time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the top reasons why it is good to introduce flexible working in a workspace for employers:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-13 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fewer_employee_absences\"><\/span>Fewer employee absences&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees have a chance to apply for time off so that they can perform personal activities during working days in a flextime system. They can attend to their personal responsibilities, which helps reduce unplanned absences, absenteeism, and other attendance problems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-14 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosts_employee_productivity\"><\/span>Boosts employee productivity&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A 2021 Gartney Digital Worker Experience Survey reveals that&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gartner.com\/smarterwithgartner\/digital-workers-say-flexibility-is-key-to-their-productivity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">43 percent of employees<\/a>&nbsp;have improved their productivity with a flextime work setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With flexible working, employees experience less burnout since they can manage their tasks and breaks flexibly and efficiently. They can take breaks whenever they feel distracted at work. They can also work for longer hours if they feel productive.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"ts-cta\">\n    <p class=\"ts-cta__heading\">Would you like to increase employee productivity?<\/p>\n    <p class=\"ts-cta__sub-heading\">Start tracking time with Quidlo Timesheets.  No commitment or credit card required.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\">\n        <a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.quidlo.com\/signup?utm_source=ts_cta&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=flextime\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n            Start tracking time FREE        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-15 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Attracts_more_talent\"><\/span>Attracts more talent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees often seek companies that offer telecommunication and flexible working hours. In short, employers can attract more top talents by providing flexible working schedules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, skilled employees would prefer a job that allows a remote working setting over a job that requires them to come to the office. Why? They want to save travel expenses and prevent an exhausting commute.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-16 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Saves_money\"><\/span>Saves money<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since flextime work does not require the employees to come to the office every day, employers can save a lot of money. Employers can get a smaller workspace and purchase computers, tables, refreshments, etc., for team members that work from the office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, flexible working can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.roberthalf.com\/blog\/management-tips\/effective-employee-retention-strategies\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.roberthalf.com\/blog\/management-tips\/effective-employee-retention-strategies\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">increase employee retention<\/a> through improved job satisfaction. Companies can save money they would otherwise spend on hiring and training new team members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While flexible working offers plenty of benefits to the employees and the business, its implementation can be challenging due to poor scheduling, lack of familiarity, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to make sure a smooth flextime implementation in the team, here are some helpful measures:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-18 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clarify_employees_roles_and_responsibilities\"><\/span>Clarify employees\u2019 roles and responsibilities&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees should know their roles and responsibilities. Each team member must know who is in charge of specific tasks or projects, whom they can apply for leaves, or to whom they should report. With clarity, they will not blame each other for problems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-19 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_clear_objectives_and_goals\"><\/span>Set clear objectives and goals&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since flexible working schedules do not involve regular working hours, some team members may find it challenging to track the work process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is why team members must regularly set clear project objectives\/goals, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/how-to-track-work-efficiency\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/how-to-track-work-efficiency\/\">work progress<\/a>, deadlines, tasks, etc., with each other.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-20 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Establish_communication_guidelines\"><\/span>Establish communication guidelines&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>since there is no in-person communication, flextime employees often have weaker bonds with each other. In return, they tend to have low <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/employee-engagement-job-satisfaction-statistics\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/employee-engagement-job-satisfaction-statistics\/\">employee engagement<\/a> and frequent misunderstandings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, employers must set guidelines about the frequency of online video calls, emails, meetings, and other methods of communication. They can bring employees together in a weekly video conference or an in-person meeting once every month, depending on their work situation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-21 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_core_employee_hours\"><\/span>Create core employee hours&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is critical to <a href=\"https:\/\/mitsloan.mit.edu\/ideas-made-to-matter\/use-dignity-a-guide-when-collecting-data-employees\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/mitsloan.mit.edu\/ideas-made-to-matter\/use-dignity-a-guide-when-collecting-data-employees\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">collect data about employees<\/a>&#8216; flexible working arrangements, including the time they are unavailable. Employers can build core hours according to the data collected. They can also plan necessary tasks more effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, if employees work at different hours but are available from 1:30 Pm to 4:00 PM every day, you can set the core hours within this timeframe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, let\u2019s say you want to adapt to the comp time policy. You can limit the start and time timings. If not, employees can start their work at odd times, which disrupts their productivity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-25 wp-block-group\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_obstacles_of_introducing_Flextime\"><\/span>What are the obstacles of introducing Flextime?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although flexible work scheduling comes with significant advantages, employers may also encounter obstacles when introducing it, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-22 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Not_suitable_for_all_employee_roles\"><\/span>Not suitable for all employee roles&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Several employee roles are not suitable for flextime work. For example, client- or customer-facing positions usually require employees to keep a consistent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/types-of-work-schedules\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/types-of-work-schedules\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">work schedule<\/a>. Hotels rely on receptionists to greet and assist guests, so they must stick to consistent hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-23 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lack_of_accountability\"><\/span>Lack of accountability&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, flextime scheduling systems allow employees to choose a schedule that works best for them. However, supervisors and managers may find it difficult to determine whether or not employees meet the required work hours since they arrive and leave at different times.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-24 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Security_and_liability_concerns\"><\/span>Security and liability concerns&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some employees who are in the office later or earlier than others tend to work in a near-empty or empty workspace. This can present liability issues for the employers where accidents may occur, and no one is there to assist the employees.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-32 wp-block-group\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_tools_that_help_in_flexible_working\"><\/span>What are the tools that help in flexible working?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some tools that support flexible working:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-26 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time-tracking_software\"><\/span>Time-tracking software&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This software is critical to flextime to ensure accurate payroll. Managers can make sure that only hours worked are paid through approval process integration.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Read also about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/best-time-tracking-apps-for-iphone\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/best-time-tracking-apps-for-iphone\/\">10 Best Time Tracking Apps For iPhone<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-27 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scheduling_software\"><\/span>Scheduling software&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some workers who follow flexible schedules still need to work during core hours. They may also need to submit their weekly or monthly schedules. With the scheduling software, employees are alerted regarding the time they are required to work.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-28 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HR_system\"><\/span>HR system&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the HR system, flextime employees can access human resources information anytime and remotely. This tool provides them with work and personal data, view public information, sign new documents or policies, and updates their information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-29 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Calendar_software\"><\/span>Calendar software&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This software is beneficial for employees working on flexible hours as it helps simplify the process of scheduling meetings. They can enter their availability in this tool.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-30 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Collaboration_tools\"><\/span>Collaboration tools&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees can utilize <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.jetbrains.com\/space\/2021\/07\/16\/best-collaboration-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/blog.jetbrains.com\/space\/2021\/07\/16\/best-collaboration-tools\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">collaboration tools<\/a> to communicate, which helps them to catch up on conversations later more easily. These tools help them stay updated on the progress or issues of a particular task or project.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-31 wp-block-group\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video_conferencing_apps\"><\/span>Video conferencing apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These apps allow meeting recording. That way, absent employees can watch and review it later. They can benefit workers working at flexible times since some schedules do not alight for company-wide meetings and other gatherings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-33 wp-block-group\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_words\"><\/span>Final words&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Flextime has different benefits, including reduced absenteeism, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/best-productivity-podcasts\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.quidlo.com\/blog\/best-productivity-podcasts\/\">improved productivity<\/a>, and increased employee satisfaction. 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