The Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) and its digital services unit FCCN, achieved certification on June 25, 2025 by NP 4552:2022 – Management System for Balancing Personal, Family and Professional Life, awarded by an accredited and independent entity.
This standard establishes guidelines for any organization, public or private, regardless of its size or sector of activity, to develop and implement coherent policies, objectives and practices regarding conciliation.
This recognition reinforces FCT's commitment to promoting a more balanced, inclusive organizational culture focused on the well-being of its employees. These objectives are an integral part of the +vida.FCT project – Internal Work-Life Balance Management System, whose implementation aims to increase job satisfaction and motivation, improve work-life balance, boost productivity, and strengthen FCT's ability to attract and retain qualified talent.
With this recognition, the FCT consolidates its role as a leading institution in the public sector, promoting management practices aligned with the principles of social responsibility, equality, and the value of people.
