Next generation work
Working longer, robotization, digitization, computerization, changing demands and standards of employees etc. The current labor model is constantly changing. This presents organizations, employees and society as a whole with major challenges.
In the context of “Future of work”, we carry out research and give advice on challenges of the labor market, labor organization, social dialogue, the future of jobs, sustainable HRM and sustainable careers. Together with our partners, we develop a sustainable vision on the future of work, focusing on the importance of co-creation and taking into account the vision of all stakeholders. The individual/employee, the team, the organization and the broader ecosystem are all addressed. Through state-of-the-art academic and practical scientific research in collaboration with various partners and stakeholders, we arrive at practical recommendations and solutions to meet the challenges of the future labor market.
We celebrated 10 Years of Sustainable Careers
The chair ‘SD Worx/Next generation work: Creating sustainable careers’ is a cooperation between Antwerp Management School and SD Worx. Via research among organizations and employees, we look at the dimensions of a sustainable career policy: a policy which contributes to company results and facilitates sustainable staff employability.
On May 10th, we celebrated 10 years of collaboration by means of an exciting and interactive program. We brought you our key insights and had discussions with international thought leaders on how we can strengthen the sustainable connection between talent and work in a dynamic labor market in the coming years.
Overall research topics
Sustainable employability
Automation, digitization, globalization: varying trends in the VUCA (Volatile-Uncertain-Complex-Ambiguous) world are changing our jobs and the way we work. This means that organizations and employees need different expertise and skills to keep up with this changing world. Sustainable employability and inclusion are thus more important than ever, so we can meet the challenges of the future.
Sustainable careers
Career policy is no longer about a static matching of employees with jobs, but rather about a dynamic approach to change, focusing on workability, employability, growth and connection in the short and long term. A successful and sustainable career policy ensures that employees and organizations reinforce each other. In addition, we need to be aware of the ever growing flexible and hybrid nature of careers, including topics such as freelance careers, managing ‘flexible talent’ and ‘co-sourcing’.
Within the chair 'Next generation work: Creating sustainable careers', AMS - in close cooperation with SDWorkx - conducts extensive research into sustainable careers.
Sustainable HR
Sustainable HR is always looking for a win-win for both the organization and the employee. Highly relevant topics in this context include workable work, Innovative Labor Organization, sustainable social dialog and flexible working.
August 25, 2025
Work shouldn’t just pay, it must remain worthwhile
The Belgian government reached a compromise on the much-discussed summer agreement. It introduces several major reforms to our labour market. But where is the vision of the people behind the figures? ...
July 08, 2025
Learning and feedback: how do you create a working culture?
Learning and feedback are inseparably connected—not just in theory, but above all in practice. What ...
July 02, 2025
Why isn't there a heat plan for work, the labor ...
Heatwaves in Flanders not only cause physical discomfort but also expose how vulnerable our infrastructure ...
March 14, 2025
Does HR need to be a climate expert to shape ...
A new study by the Belgian National Climate Commission warns that climate change could cost ...
Events
October 10, 2025
Webinar: Working longer, but how? Building age-inclusive careers
Government policy expects us all to extend our working lives—but is the labour market truly prepared? Persistent taboos still surround employees aged 55 and over: they’re thought to be less flexible, unwilling to learn, or simply coasting toward retirement. The reality is far more nuanced. Join Prof. Dr. Peggy De ...
October 23, 2025
HR Challenge: What does AI do to people ...
The world of work is evolving at lightning speed. From ChatGPT to algorithms that screen ...
More info & registrationNovember 07, 2025
Webinar: IT in the boardroom: From blind spot ...
Technology now plays a crucial role in virtually every business process—customer data, automation, cybersecurity, and ...
Read moreDecember 05, 2025
Webinar: Driving change at the top: How to ...
Designing a new strategy is often the easy part—whether it’s entering a new market, reorganizing ...
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News
September 03, 2025
Antwerp Management School and Pidpa enter into partnership for workplace wellbeing
Antwerp Management School (AMS) and water company Pidpa are joining forces to take workplace wellbeing to the next level. Through this strategic partnership, both organizations aim to focus on happiness at work and a healthy workplace culture. ...
April 28, 2025
VIL and Antwerp Management School join forces to prepare companies ...
VIL and Antwerp Management School (AMS) are combining their expertise to better equip employees from ...
February 04, 2025
Antwerp Management School welcomes Mensura as a partner
Antwerp Management School (AMS) and Mensura, Belgium’s largest external service for workplace prevention and protection ...
September 26, 2024
More than 6 in 10 employees do not dare to ...
Taboos in the Flemish workplace remain persistent, both in private and professional areas. For instance ...
