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Is 75 the New 65?
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Is 75 the New 65?

Rising to the Challenges of an Ageing Workforce

EIU, 2014 more...


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Sponsored by Towers Watson, this Economist Intelligence Unit report presents the concerns and solutions of senior executives at 480 European companies regarding the challenges of an aging workforce. getAbstract recommends their insights to any manager dealing with older workers.

Take-Aways

  • An aging workforce challenges employers to address a variety of issues creatively, like increased benefits costs and clogged promotion pipelines.
  • Some executives prefer the experience of employees age 50 or older; others worry about rising costs and dwindling enthusiasm among those older employees.
  • Many employers consider flexible working arrangements for older employees, such as part-time or contract positions and telecommuting.

About the Author

The Economist Intelligence Unit prepared this report – written by Neil Baker and edited by Monica Woodley – on behalf of Towers Watson.


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