It has long (0) BEEN recognised that sleep plays a vital role in both physical and mental health. Despite this, a significant number of working adults regularly fail to get 1 recommended seven to nine hours of sleep per night. Research carried 2 by leading universities has shown that chronic sleep deprivation can have serious consequences, ranging from impaired concentration to an increased risk 3 developing long-term health conditions. 4 is particularly concerning is the impact that insufficient sleep has on workplace productivity. Employees 5 do not sleep well are considerably more likely to make errors, take longer to complete tasks, and be absent from work due to illness. Some forward-thinking companies have begun to address this issue 6 introducing flexible working hours and providing quiet spaces for short rest periods during the day. Unconventional 7 these measures may seem, early evidence suggests that they lead to measurable improvements in both performance and staff morale. Ultimately, investing in employees' sleep health is not 8 beneficial for individuals but also for businesses as a whole.