MANAGING WORKING CONDITIONS IN THE CONTEXT OF SUSTAINABLE PERFORMANCE
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In the current context of organizational sustainability, working conditions represent a key factor not only for ensuring employee well-being but also for achieving long-term sustainable performance. This article aims to explore how the management of working conditions can contribute to the development of organizations that are both competitive and socially responsible. The research applies a multidisciplinary approach combining theoretical analysis of sustainability models, a review of relevant literature on occupational management, and comparative evaluation of organizational practices in European contexts. Key indicators of sustainable performance are examined in relation to workplace quality dimensions, including health and safety, work–life balance, and opportunities for professional development. The study highlights that sustainable performance cannot be achieved solely through economic efficiency. It requires an integrated management of working conditions, where environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects are embedded into organizational strategy.
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