Work-life balance has also impacted the management of change. Due to the demands of work-life balance, change managers are increasingly recognising the importance of balancing employees personal lives with the organisation and system changes they make to adapt to the new business environment.

Key changes include:
a) Business globalisation
b) Diversity of customer and workforce base
c) Changing labour demographics
d) Legal obligation and social trends
e) Workplace relationships

Work-life balance has become a key enabler, an imperative and an opportunity to grow the business. Increasing number of people in exit interview often quote lack of work-life balance as the key reason for seeking for alternative employment. Employers recognising this 'demand' are responding in positive ways to ensure their business continues to grow and corporate objectives met.