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

ABSTRACT:

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, p

SUBMITTER: Van De Wielle F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12659514 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature