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The Four-Day Pilot: What We Actually Learned from Compressing the Work Week

Workforce columnist Vera Holt explores the nuanced reality of four-day work week pilots, moving beyond the hype to analyze actual productivity metrics, logistical hurdles, and the specific industries where compressed schedules thrive. This feature unpacks the lessons learned from recent global trials to determine if the 32-hour week is a sustainable business evolution or a short-lived trend.