Teleworking is winning over more and more people each year, and the new scheme put in place at one of France's major car manufacturers is making it an even more attractive option.

Under the new arrangement, known as "3S" ("Simple, Souple et Sécurisée", or "Simple, Flexible and Secure"), employees may telework according to a pre-determined or flexible schedule, and may work half or full days. The agreement was signed in February 2019 with employee representatives, and is subject to conditions of eligibility.

Employees can opt for fixed days (from a half day up to 2 days per week), occasional teleworking days or a combination of the two (providing they do not exceed 2 teleworking days per week).

To maintain social cohesion, the agreement provides that each manager may, in conjunction with her or his staff, define up to two so-called "team days" per week, on which all teleworkers must be physically present.

Even though the goal is not for teleworking to be a means to optimise workspaces, Renault is also committed to rethinking and developing shared spaces.