When age becomes a barrier?

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Age discrimination in the workplace has negative repercussions, not least on the willingness of employees to share the valuable knowledge that drives innovation. To address this significant barrier, companies might strive to design work which increases the need for collaboration between different employee age cohorts and introduce measures that help minimize perceptions of job insecurity. Originality/value This briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.