By Gabriela Bojorges, Sales Manager at Ecosistemas Global (Mexico)
The upcoming labor reform in Mexico, which aims to reduce the standard workweek from 48 to 40 hours starting September 1, 2025, represents a major shift in how we think about work. For the Information Technology (IT) sector in particular, this change presents a strategic opportunity to rethink operational efficiency without sacrificing profitability or market competitiveness.
Rather than viewing the reduction in hours as a limitation, organizations can embrace it as a catalyst to evolve toward smarter, more flexible, and outcome-driven work models. Complying with the new regulation isn’t simply about cutting hours—it requires redesigning processes, automating repetitive tasks, prioritizing high-impact initiatives, and developing leadership that manages teams with both efficiency and empathy. The key lies in creating work structures that maximize available time without adding pressure, while fully aligning business goals with employee well-being.
Concrete steps include adopting agile methodologies that organize teams around weekly deliverables; implementing collaborative technologies that minimize downtime during meetings or approval workflows; and deploying clear key performance indicators (KPIs) that accurately measure both individual and team productivity. These adjustments not only ensure regulatory compliance, but also strengthen organizational culture and enhance employer branding in an increasingly competitive talent market.
At Ecosistemas Global, we’ve developed a comprehensive approach to help organizations navigate this transition. Drawing on our experience working with corporations and tech companies across multiple industries, we recognize that every organization requires a customized solution, depending on its structure, operations, and level of digital maturity. That’s why we collaborate closely with our clients to identify operational bottlenecks, design flexible work models, and build phased implementation plans that ensure operational continuity while meeting regulatory requirements.
Through automation tools, hybrid performance-based models, and scalable work structures, we help organizations not only comply with the new workweek limits, but do so while driving profitability. By prioritizing high-value processes, developing adaptive leaders, and eliminating low-impact tasks, companies can streamline operations without compromising productivity.
Ultimately, complying with a 40-hour workweek doesn’t have to mean losing competitiveness. On the contrary—it can serve as a catalyst for IT organizations to operate more efficiently, attract top talent, and strengthen their position in an increasingly demanding business landscape. At Ecosistemas Global, we believe this transformation is entirely achievable—and we’re ready to help our clients lead the way.
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By Gabriela Bojorges, Sales Manager at Ecosistemas Global (Mexico)
The upcoming labor reform in Mexico, which aims to reduce the standard workweek from 48 to 40 hours starting September 1, 2025, represents a major shift in how we think about work. For the Information Technology (IT) sector in particular, this change presents a strategic opportunity to rethink operational efficiency without sacrificing profitability or market competitiveness.
Rather than viewing the reduction in hours as a limitation, organizations can embrace it as a catalyst to evolve toward smarter, more flexible, and outcome-driven work models. Complying with the new regulation isn’t simply about cutting hours—it requires redesigning processes, automating repetitive tasks, prioritizing high-impact initiatives, and developing leadership that manages teams with both efficiency and empathy. The key lies in creating work structures that maximize available time without adding pressure, while fully aligning business goals with employee well-being.
Concrete steps include adopting agile methodologies that organize teams around weekly deliverables; implementing collaborative technologies that minimize downtime during meetings or approval workflows; and deploying clear key performance indicators (KPIs) that accurately measure both individual and team productivity. These adjustments not only ensure regulatory compliance, but also strengthen organizational culture and enhance employer branding in an increasingly competitive talent market.
At Ecosistemas Global, we’ve developed a comprehensive approach to help organizations navigate this transition. Drawing on our experience working with corporations and tech companies across multiple industries, we recognize that every organization requires a customized solution, depending on its structure, operations, and level of digital maturity. That’s why we collaborate closely with our clients to identify operational bottlenecks, design flexible work models, and build phased implementation plans that ensure operational continuity while meeting regulatory requirements.
Through automation tools, hybrid performance-based models, and scalable work structures, we help organizations not only comply with the new workweek limits, but do so while driving profitability. By prioritizing high-value processes, developing adaptive leaders, and eliminating low-impact tasks, companies can streamline operations without compromising productivity.
Ultimately, complying with a 40-hour workweek doesn’t have to mean losing competitiveness. On the contrary—it can serve as a catalyst for IT organizations to operate more efficiently, attract top talent, and strengthen their position in an increasingly demanding business landscape. At Ecosistemas Global, we believe this transformation is entirely achievable—and we’re ready to help our clients lead the way.
