Abstract Book of the 6th International Conference on Research in Human Resource Management
Year: 2025
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The Implementation of the “Right to Disconnect” in Slovenia: An Evaluation of Challenges and Practices
Nejc Bernik, Polona Šprajc
ABSTRACT:
This paper examines the implementation of the Right to Disconnect (RTD) in Slovenia, legislated in November 2024. The study assesses the impact of RTD on work processes and employee well-being in selected public and private sector organizations, focusing on the first three months of implementation. Through structured interviews with HR managers, the research identifies diverse organizational strategies, including updates to working time regulations, automatic email responders, and work-life balance policies. A SWOT analysis highlights the benefits (more apparent working hours, increased employee awareness) and challenges (remote work-related overburdening, compliance difficulties in the public sector). Findings suggest that private sector organizations adapted more efficiently, while the public sector faced systemic barriers such as wage reforms and administrative constraints. The study concludes that RTD contributes to a sustainable work environment but requires ongoing policy adjustments, employee education, and standardization of implementation practices across different sectors.
Keywords: Digital Work Policies, HR Management, Remote Work, Right to Disconnect, Work-Life Balance