The modern world of work

Which of the following is an inclusivity issue for the traditional workplace?

• The commute to the workplace

• Outdated technology

• The 9 to 5 hours

• Formal workwear

The traditional workplace allows employees to be more sociable outside the workplace. Why is this?

• Co-workers live locally to each other

• People often work in the same office space

• Workers can talk face to face

• People start and finish work at the same time

Which one of the following tasks is labour-intensive in the traditional workplace?

• Answering the telephone

• Typing a letter

• Filing documents

• Opening mail

Which of the following is a disadvantage to organisations of the use of technology?

• The ability to work at any time and in any place

• The ability to contact stakeholders at any time

• Effective collaboration within teams

• Ease and speed of communication

Which of the following is an advantage to organisations of the use of technology?

• Social networks are accessible

• Increased productivity

• Digital security breaches

• People can work at any time and in any place

Which of the following is an example of accessibility in the modern workplace?

• Providing screen readers

• Providing collaborative workspaces

• Employing many different types of people

• Treating everyone equally and fairly

Which of the following is an example of inclusivity in the modern workplace?

• Providing wheelchair access

• Providing flexible work patterns

• Treating everyone equally and fairly

• Providing specialist technology

Technology connects people from around the world. Which of the following is an inclusivity advantage of the modern workplace?

• Specific skills can be accessed when developing a team

• Anyone with these skills can be employed

• Women are more likely to want to work flexibly

• Teams can communicate effectively

Why is the opportunity to work flexibly important to those who have a disability?

• It means they can apply for different jobs

• If they need time to rest, they can

• They can have a 9 to 5 job

• They are able to complete work quickly

Which of the following is a disadvantage to remote working?

• Collaborating at any time and in any place

• Communicating from any place

• Working in isolation

• Working in different locations