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Proposal Implementing A 5 Day Work Week

This proposal advocates for transitioning to a standard five-day work week to enhance productivity, employee well-being, and global alignment. Current employee fatigue and absenteeism issues highlight the need for this change, which aligns with industry standards and improves talent attraction. The implementation plan includes a phased rollout and aims to foster a competitive workplace while reducing turnover costs.

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Proposal Implementing A 5 Day Work Week

This proposal advocates for transitioning to a standard five-day work week to enhance productivity, employee well-being, and global alignment. Current employee fatigue and absenteeism issues highlight the need for this change, which aligns with industry standards and improves talent attraction. The implementation plan includes a phased rollout and aims to foster a competitive workplace while reducing turnover costs.

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Proposal: Implementing a

5-Day Work Week


This proposal outlines a strategic shift to a standard five-day work
week. Our objective is to enhance productivity, boost employee
well-being, and align with our global offices. This move will position
our company as a leader in modern work practices.

by Arpit Joshi
The Current State & Our
Challenge
Current Schedule Burden
Our current 5.5-day week, including mandatory Saturday
mornings, leads to employee fatigue.

Employee Feedback
A Q4 2023 survey revealed 68% of staff report significant weekend fatigue.

Increased Absenteeism
Unofficial absenteeism is 12% higher on Mondays and Fridays.

Hidden Morale Costs


Reduced weekend quality negatively impacts overall morale and
engagement, costing us in hidden ways.
Global Alignment & Industry Standard
Global Network Talent Attraction

All 18 international branches already operate on a 5- 75% of new hires prioritize work-life balance as a key
day work week. decision factor.

Competitive Edge Market Expectation

95% of industry peers, including Competitor A and B, The 5-day week is the de facto standard for
use a 5-day structure. professional services.
Boosting Productivity &
Performance

20% 15% 5-8%


Cognitive Reduced Errors Output Increase
Function
Improved work-life Enhanced focus will
Adequate rest balance leads to increase output.
improves cognitive fewer errors.
function.

Stanford University research highlights that productivity


significantly drops after 50 work hours per week. A shorter week
means higher quality work.
Enhancing Employee Well-being & Retention
20-25% 10-15% 82%

Anticipate improvement in Employee Expected decrease in voluntary attrition.Work-life balance is a top priority.
Net Promoter Score (eNPS).

This will save approximately $15,000 per employee in turnover costs and attract top-tier talent seeking modern work environ
Addressing Potential
Concerns
Client Impact
Maintain standard business hours (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, M-F).

Service Levels
Rework workflows to maintain client-facing availability.

Project Timelines
Optimize scheduling and resource allocation within five days.

Transition Period
Propose a phased rollout with clear communication.
Proposed Implementation Plan
Phase 1 (Month 1)
Pilot program in a department (e.g., Marketing) for evaluation.

Phase 2 (Months 2-3)


Company-wide rollout after successful pilot review.

Communication
Comprehensive internal announcements and Q&A sessions.

Support
Provide resources for time management and productivity tools.

Metrics
Track productivity, employee satisfaction, and client feedback.
Conclusion & Next Steps
A 5-day work week offers a strategic advantage, fostering a
competitive, productive, and attractive workplace. Benefits include
higher output, lower turnover, and improved brand reputation. We
request approval to establish a cross-functional task force by
[Date] to position our company for sustained growth and talent
leadership.

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