Operational integration management (BEM) is a structured process that aims to gradually and sustainably reintegrate employees into everyday working life after prolonged illness or extensive absences. The aim of BEM is to maintain and improve the working capacity of employees and to prevent further absences of illness. The process includes individual adjustments to working conditions and, where appropriate, support through special measures or tools.
BEM is not only a legal claim, but also an important measure to promote employee health and motivation. Studies show that companies with a structured BEM program have significantly lower rates of recurrence and absenteeism. According to a study by the German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV), an effective BEM can reduce the number of sick days by up to 30%. A well-implemented BEM helps to minimize the operational failure rate and ensure long-term productivity.
A BEM is necessary when employees are absent due to illness due to prolonged illness, either for 6 weeks in a row or a total of 6 weeks per year. The causes can be manifold: chronic illnesses, accidents or psychological stress. Problems often arise when the return to work is not adequately prepared or when adjustments are missing to make it easier to return to work. A structured BEM helps to address these challenges in a targeted manner and to find individual solutions. The aim is to take measures to ensure job retention.
According to Section 167 (2) SGB IX, employers are obliged to offer operational integration management if an employee is ill for more than six weeks within a year. This legal regulation ensures that employees are supported after extended periods of illness in order to maintain their ability to work and secure their jobs in the long term. An effective BEM can minimize legal consequences and help prevent long-term illnesses.
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Mental health has a direct impact on corporate success. Mental health problems are currently in 3rd place among the Germany-wide reasons for sick leave and have the strongest growth rate. Companies lose like this 9,000 €/year and employee.
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