Nomura to Introduce Permanent Flexible Work for Japan Staff
- ‘We have been able to maintain productivity’ during virus: CEO
- Japanese brokerage is considering a similar move overseas
Nomura will consider creating satellite offices and new workplace designs.
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Nomura Holdings Inc. plans to make flexible work permanent for employees in Japan once the coronavirus pandemic ends, underscoring how the health crisis may hasten changes to work styles in the nation.
Japan’s biggest brokerage is finalizing preparations to enhance its work-from-home program, Chief Executive Officer Kentaro Okuda said at an investment forum Tuesday. The firm may introduce a minimum 40% of hours to be spent in the office each month, and departments would have discretion within that limit, he said in a presentation.