Bullying, or mobbing as it is called in the European literature is a longstanding workplace safety and performance issue. This behaviour can have adverse effects for individuals, including both the perpetrator and the victim, as well as their families, the organisation, and ultimately the wider society. Bullying may not be evenly distributed across industry. The nature of people and industries at risk is explored in this book. Bullying is perceived in a wide range of circumstances, some of which go beyond the common but simple image of an aggressive individual using words or actions in an...

Global competition, societal changes and other environmental factors have forced organisations to review existing work arrangements. Flexible work practices have been identified as one mechanism for aligning individual and organisational goals. Homebased work, telework or telecommuting, involving work at a remote site, is an example of such a practice. Working from home can have advantages for the organisation in terms of savings in infrastructure costs. Individual employees would also potentially benefit through reduced costs and the ability to better manage their work and home life....