Assessing flexible working policies in Terengganu: A theoretical framework of work-home interaction

Much of the literature exploring work-life balance and adopting flexible working policies appeared in the Western countries. Although flexible working is not currently prevalent in Asian cultures, concerns about work-life balance have caused major employers, including the Malaysian government and multinational companies (MNCs), to introduce work-family programmes and work- life balance policies in recent times. Initially, this study examines the comparison between public and private sectors in adopting flexible working policies in Terengganu setting. Several HR Managers have been interviewed to share their organizations’ initiative on flexible working adoption and their understanding of work-life balance policies in their organizations. A theoretical framework of work-home interaction will be produced in order to identify whether flexible working is useful in retaining employees in either public or private organizations in Terengganu. Therefore, this study will provide some insight to understand how flexible working is applied in a different culture context and its effect towards four directions of work-home interaction.