Flexible working arrangement motives, organisational context, and supervisor support: A literature review

Abstract

Flexible working arrangements (FWAs) are sought by a range of employees and for a variety reasons. However, employees who desire greater flexibility may not seek it due to a lack of policy awareness, negative beliefs about flexibility, or fear that requesting such arrangements will result in repercussions, such as negative career consequences. Organisational context and the supportiveness of employees’ immediate supervisors also play a role in their ability to access FWAs. Several aspects of FWAs require further research; these areas are presented and discussed.