Ageing Workforce’s Impact on Modern Organizations: How to Extend Working Lives?

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54820/entrenova-2023-0016

Keywords:

ageing, organisational development, age-management, HR strategy, working life

Abstract

The ageing workforce is a growing concern for modern organisations as the proportion of older workers in the labour force continues to increase. This phenomenon has significant implications for the functioning and performance of organisations. On the one hand, older workers bring valuable skills and experience to the workplace, which can benefit the organisation. However, on the other hand, the ageing workforce also poses several challenges, including issues related to health, productivity, and retirement. This paper examines the impact of an ageing workforce on modern organisations. The paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the demographic trends driving the ageing of the workforce and the potential benefits and challenges that an ageing workforce presents to organisations. The methodology used in this paper is a literature review of existing research on the ageing workforce and its impact on organisations. The literature review is conducted to identify key trends, patterns, and themes related to the ageing workforce and its impact on organisations. In conclusion, the paper also points out that the ageing workforce is a complex issue that presents benefits and challenges for modern organisations. Therefore, organisations must develop strategies to manage the ageing workforce that are inclusive and effective, support and retain older workers, and ensure their business's long-term success.

Author Biographies

Katja Debelak, University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business

Katja Debelak is a PhD student and a teaching assistant at the School of Economics and Business, University of Ljubljana. In 2018, Katja co-founded the Neuro Institute EQ, where she works as a strategic HR consultant. She graduated from the School of Economics and Business, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia, where she got her Master's Degree in 2017. Her specialisation and research interests are age management, human resource management, leadership, organisational development and emotional intelligence. An author can be contacted at info@eq-mindtraining.com

Barbara Grah, University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business

Barbara Grah, Ph.D., is an assistant professor of management and organisation at the School of Economics and Business, University of Ljubljana. Barbara teaches the Foundations of Management and Organization, Foundations of Management, Learning and Knowledge Management, Strategic Management 1, and Advanced Management courses. Barbara obtained her PhD in 2016, and her research interests are organisation design, leadership, learning organisation, and age management. The author can be contacted at barbara.grah@ef.uni-lj.si

Sandra Penger, University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business

Sandra Penger, PhD, is a Full Professor of management and organisation at the Academic Unit for Management and Organization at the University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business in Slovenia, with more than 24 years of working experience in higher education, research, and consulting. She received her Ph.D. degree in 2006. Her research interests focus on leadership, authentic leadership, positive psychology in leadership, employee motivation, and advanced management concepts in the era of complexity (time management, self-organisation, empowerment, personal energy management, and workplace well-being). She has published over 100 original scientific papers/scientific conference contributions/scientific monographs/reviewed university books and participated in national and international projects. The author can be contacted at sandra.penger@ef.uni-lj.si

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Published

2024-05-01

How to Cite

Debelak, K., Grah, B., & Penger, S. (2024). Ageing Workforce’s Impact on Modern Organizations: How to Extend Working Lives?. ENTRENOVA - ENTerprise REsearch InNOVAtion, 9(1), 157–171. https://doi.org/10.54820/entrenova-2023-0016

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Labor and Demographic Economics