Sir,
This pertains to the suggestion “70-Hour Work Week” by N. R. Narayan Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys. While Mr. Murthy’s idea may have garnered attention, I believe it is essential to critically examine this concept in the context of modern management principles.
As pointed out by Prof D Mukhopadhyay in a recent article, the belief that longer working hours equate to increased productivity is at odds with established management theories. The lessons from the Hawthorne Study and the wisdom of management thinker Mary Parker Follett highlight the importance of considering holistic well-being, collaboration, and humane working environments.
Moreover, the examples of Germany and Japan, often cited to support this notion, do not solely attribute their industrial success to long working hours but rather a combination of factors including innovation and quality control.
In today’s modern workplace, a people-centric approach that values work-life balance and employee well-being is essential. A rigid adherence to a 70-hour work week could lead to employee burnout, reduced morale, and decreased productivity.
It is crucial that we consider these aspects and prioritize a balanced, humane approach to work that aligns with contemporary management principles, rather than endorsing an idea that may be detrimental to both employees and organizations.
Pushpa Devi
Jammu
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