In Lombardy, the quality of work and corporate well-being are unmatched in the rest of the country. Following closely are the Autonomous Province of Bolzano and Veneto, with the Autonomous Province of Trento, Piedmont, and Valle d’Aosta just off the podium. However, the regions of Southern Italy, except for Sardinia, performed poorly and are placed lower in the ranking. Sicily, Calabria, and Basilicata occupy the last three places in the national ranking, facing the most critical situations.
The analysis conducted by the CGIA Research Office was based on the BES (Sustainable Fair Wellbeing) report presented by Istat. The job market has undergone significant transformations since the onset of the pandemic. Companies across the country are struggling to find profiles with adequate skills and are making efforts to retain their employees. These efforts include paying higher salaries, converting fixed-term contracts into permanent ones, offering flexible work hours, using innovative tools, promoting career advancement, and implementing benefits and corporate welfare.
In the North, especially in SMEs, there has been a continuous improvement in corporate well-being for several years. Despite this, there is still a trend of employees leaving permanent jobs. The voluntary resignations of private permanent employees under 60 years of age have increased according to INPS data. Many employees are leaving their current jobs for new opportunities with better salaries and less stressful working environments.
Overall, the process of enhancing corporate well-being in Italy is ongoing, with companies in the North leading the way. Efforts to retain employees and provide a positive work environment are crucial for businesses, especially in the current job market conditions. The analysis highlights the importance of addressing the needs of employees and creating a supportive and rewarding workplace environment to attract and retain talent.