To avoid being placed at a disadvantage in their career planning, non-tariff associ- ates who are facing particularly high demands due to pro- fessional and family responsibilities can use this module once to replace another career module. It is not relevant in this context whether the associate has a full-time or part- time position. The decision to replace a career module with family time is made by the supporting HR depart- ment and the respective line manager together with the associate.