US Work Patterns Undergoing Dramatic Change

Cites findings of the Bureau of National Affairs on changes in the work patterns in the U.S. Growth in the number of employees resorting to home-based work schedules and part-time jobs; Arrangements made by the U.S. businesses for alternative job schedules and contract workers; Benefits of flexible work schedules for working parents; Criticism of the management for increased use of contract or part-time workers.