Workplace glossary

What is FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)?

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FTE means full-time equivalent. One full-time employee is usually 1.0 FTE; someone working half-time may count as 0.5 FTE.

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FTE matters in workplace planning because office demand depends on working patterns, not just the number of people on payroll.

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What does FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) mean in simple terms?

FTE means full-time equivalent. One full-time employee is usually 1.0 FTE; someone working half-time may count as 0.5 FTE.

How does FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) work in practice?

FTE matters in workplace planning because office demand depends on working patterns, not just the number of people on payroll.

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