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Background <p>High levels of absenteeism, presenteeism, and productivity loss are significant issues, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which form a large part of the workforce in Flanders. The FitBonus program, commissioned by the Flemish Government, aims to improve the physical, mental, and social well-being of employers and employees in SMEs. This protocol outlines the methodology for a realist evaluation of the FitBonus program to understand how, why, for whom and under what circumstances the program enhances overall well-being and perceived workability among employers and employees in SMEs in Flanders.</p> Methods <p>The evaluation is conducted in three phases: Phase 1 involves developing an Initial Program Theory (IPT) through stakeholder consultations, program documentation review, and literature review. Phase 2 validates the IPT using a mix of quantitative data from online surveys and qualitative data from interviews and focus groups. Phase 3 refines the IPT based on the findings, resulting in a detailed theory and practical recommendations.</p> Discussion <p>This realist evaluation protocol aims to elucidate the mechanisms and contextual factors influencing the FitBonus program’s potential success in improving physical, mental, and social well-being, as well as perceived workability. The insights gained from this evaluation will offer actionable recommendations for optimizing the program’s implementation and effectiveness. Additionally, by enhancing the understanding of how well-being interventions work in various organizational contexts, this study can inform the development of future workplace well-being programs, leading to more targeted and effective interventions.</p>

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Improving employer and employee well-being in small and medium-sized enterprises in Flanders: a realist evaluation protocol of the FitBonus program

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    2025年11月26日

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  • Fleur Van De Wielle,
  • Robin Vandecasteele,
  • Vera Verbestel,
  • Maïté Verloigne,
  • Benedicte Deforche,
  • Rik Crutzen,
  • Els Clays

摘要

Background

High levels of absenteeism, presenteeism, and productivity loss are significant issues, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which form a large part of the workforce in Flanders. The FitBonus program, commissioned by the Flemish Government, aims to improve the physical, mental, and social well-being of employers and employees in SMEs. This protocol outlines the methodology for a realist evaluation of the FitBonus program to understand how, why, for whom and under what circumstances the program enhances overall well-being and perceived workability among employers and employees in SMEs in Flanders.

Methods

The evaluation is conducted in three phases: Phase 1 involves developing an Initial Program Theory (IPT) through stakeholder consultations, program documentation review, and literature review. Phase 2 validates the IPT using a mix of quantitative data from online surveys and qualitative data from interviews and focus groups. Phase 3 refines the IPT based on the findings, resulting in a detailed theory and practical recommendations.

Discussion

This realist evaluation protocol aims to elucidate the mechanisms and contextual factors influencing the FitBonus program’s potential success in improving physical, mental, and social well-being, as well as perceived workability. The insights gained from this evaluation will offer actionable recommendations for optimizing the program’s implementation and effectiveness. Additionally, by enhancing the understanding of how well-being interventions work in various organizational contexts, this study can inform the development of future workplace well-being programs, leading to more targeted and effective interventions.