- New survey highlights key trends impacting employee
productivity
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PARK, Calif., Aug. 19,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New research from talent
solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half reveals a
complex picture when it comes to worker productivity. While most
managers report that their teams have become more productive,
employees are logging more hours than they did a year ago. This
trend raises potential concerns about employee burnout, morale and
turnover.
The survey of more than 2,500 U.S. hiring managers and more than
2,500 U.S. workers highlights four key trends shaping employee
output:
- Worker productivity is up. Nearly 7 in 10 hiring
managers (68%) report an increase in employee productivity compared
to one year ago. They say improved management practices (33%),
enhanced staff training (31%), and the adoption of new technologies
(29%) are contributing to greater output from their teams.
- AI plays a part. More than one-third of workers
(36%) report improved efficiency due to emerging technologies such
as generative AI. These tools help with laborious tasks and free up
time for other projects.
- Flexibility fuels focus. When asked about
incentives that would boost engagement and productivity, workers
identified hybrid work options (54%), windowed work options (46%)
and a compressed weekly work schedule (20%).
- Workers are putting in more hours. More than
one-third of workers (36%) said they are logging more hours
compared to the previous year. View a breakdown by generation,
city, and specialization.
"The correlation between increased productivity and longer work
hours is a complex issue that requires careful attention," said
Dawn Fay, operational president of
Robert Half. "While advances in
technology and enhanced processes have allowed for improved
efficiencies, it's critical to monitor employee well-being and
burnout. Flexibility goes beyond work schedules. Hiring contract
professionals to help with projects during busy seasons offers a
flexible staffing solution that can help optimize productivity,
boost employee morale and support retention."
About the Research
The online survey was developed by Robert Half and
conducted by an independent research firm in June 2024. It includes responses from more than
2,500 workers aged 18 or older in the U.S. and more than 2,500
managers with hiring responsibilities in finance and accounting,
technology, marketing and creative, legal, administrative and
customer support, and human resources at companies with 20 or more
employees in the U.S.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the
world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business
consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with
rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract
talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance
and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and
administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive
search services. Robert Half is the
parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm
that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology
consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named
one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and
100 Best Companies to Work For and a Forbes Best Employer for
Diversity. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at
roberthalf.com.
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