Irish employers will need to make their workplaces more “age-friendly” to accommodate greater numbers of workers aged over 65 , according to new research. A study into the implications of longer working lives says employers will need to invest in redesigning offices or factory floors to allow older workers to thrive for longer. The study, Living longer, learning longer – working longer? ConcernThe issue of performance management can arise as an area of concern for employers in connection with longer working. Among the mutual benefits to continued engagement by older workers in theworkplace is the retention and sharing of the organisational wisdom.

Source: The Irish Times February 04, 2019 00:11 UTC