This is for a Compensation & Benefits course.

$12-1.$ What are some of the problems that companies are likely to face when both contingent workers and core employees work in the same location? Does it matter whether contingent workers and core employees are performing the same jobs? Explain your answer.$$

$12-2.$ What are some of the possible drawbacks for companies that employ temporary workers? Do you believe that these drawbacks outweigh the cost savings? Explain

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$12-3.$ What arguments can be made in favor of using compressed workweek schedules for companies that pursue lowest$-$cost strategies? What are the arguments against using compressed workweek schedules in such situations? Explain.

$12-4.$ What impact will flexible work schedules have on employees$$ commitment to their employers? On employee productivity? On company effectiveness? Explain.

$12-5.$ Should companies limit telecommuting arrangements to some job groups rather than to all groups? Explain.