USING TECHNOLOGY TO BALANCE WORK AND FAMILY LIFE RONALD RAMLOGAN TEAM LEAD, PUBLIC RELATIONS AND RESEARCH EMPLOYERS CONSULTATIVE ASSOCIATION OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
PRESENTATION AGENDA • Who is the ECA? • Key issues and concerns • Why is WLB important for Employers • Options for use of technology • Recommendations • Conclusion June 27th, 2018 2
ABOUT THE ECA June 27th, 2018 3
About the ECA Who We Are The most representative Association of Employers in Trinidad and Tobago What We Do • Advocacy and Representation • Industrial Relations Consultancies and Services • Human Resource Services • Professional Training Solutions • Publications and Research Services • Facility Rentals Who Do We Represent More than 800 small, medium and large businesses in Trinidad and Tobago! June 27th, 2018 4
KEY ISSUES AND CONCERNS June 27th, 2018 5
Key Issues and Concerns The Pervasive Nature of Technology June 27th, 2018 6
Key Issues and Concerns The Pervasive Nature of Technology Work-Life Balance vs Work-Life Integration An ability to exercise control and choice in one’s life to meet life’s challenges “As times change and technology advances, work-life integration must become the norm for forward-thinking organisations and individuals to succeed .” The Elements of Work-Life Integration Work, Family, Health, Pleasure, Leisure, Spiritual Development June 27th, 2018 8
Key Issues and Concerns Key Mitigating Factors • Age • Marital and Parental Status • Working Hours • Size and Type of Workplace • Occupation June 27th, 2018 9
WHY IS WLI IMPORTANT June 27th, 2018 10
Why is WLI Important for Employers? Effects on the business and employees • Absenteeism • Staff Turnover • Productivity • Job Satisfaction • Healthcare Costs/ Insurance • Organisational Commitment/ Loyalty June 27th, 2018 11
OPTIONS FOR USE OF TECHNOLOGY June 27th, 2018 12
Options for Use of Technology Telecommuting VPNs, Team Viewer, Mobile Voicemail Access Video Conferencing Go to Meeting, Zoom, Webex Reminders and Notifications • Set reminders • TURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS! June 27th, 2018 13
Options for Use of Technology Mobile Applications Productivity: Any.do Health: Step-counter, Fitbit, Take a Break! E-Learning Webex, Online Training, Webinars June 27th, 2018 14
RECOMMENDATIONS June 27th, 2018 15
Recommendations • Employers should implement programs to encourage WLI • Set clear policies and guidelines • Individuals should know when to turn off and how to prioritise June 27th, 2018 16
THANK YOU! June 27th, 2018 17
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