All employees will benefit from workplaces that are known for inclusiveness, physical safety and good management practices. Importantly, in today's competitive economy, research shows that engaged and fully committed employees make a big difference to an organization's success. And the right workplace culture makes a big difference to employee engagement and commitment.

These benefits are reflected in research. Consulting firm Watson Wyatt found that significant financial gains (a 7.8 per cent increase in market value) were associated with collegial, flexible work environments.² According to a study by The Conference Board of Canada, employees who rate their managers as "sensitive' to their personal and family needs report higher levels of job satisfaction. This leads to lower absenteeism, enhanced retention and the reduction of the hard costs and work disruptions associated with lost time.³

Creating Workplaces that Work