Demographic Shifts in the Workforce - So what has changed?

1. A different generation at work

This generation is aggressive, energetic and ambitious – they have high expectations of themselves and their organizations.

• Open and Direct Culture.
• Sense of community and a fun workplace -Need to engage not just professionally but also socially with people at work .
• Work-Life Balance – but not the traditional concept.
• Career Growth – not bound by notions of ‘loyalty to organization’.
• Commitment to CSR.
• A culture of high performance and high degree of professionalism.

2. More Women in the workforce

• An Environment that is
• Equitable – with respect to growth opportunities, rewards, remuneration, meritocratic
• Intolerant of discrimination/harassment
• Sensitive to women’s needs and safety
• Work Life Balance through
  o Flexible work options
  o Benefits like child care, extended time off, etc

3. Globalized workforce: culture, nationality, norms. Large multinationals with workforce spanning across geos and cultures need to create

• Cultural Sensitivity – Understanding of cultural differences and nuances.
• A Unifying Corporate Culture – That enables different people to work together based on common values.
• Fine Balance of Global and Regional Programs/Processes – to address local needs while keeping intact the organization’s core.

4. Fatigue & monotony setting in faster; people looking to move on to new roles faster.

5. Ability to take risks - with careers; opportunities have increased...so has willingness.

6. Demographics impacting the dynamics at work- age issues; gender issues.

Contributed By:
Ranjan Sarkar
(Vice President - HR & Corporate Communication)
Acclaris Limited