Working from home had a bad reputation in the past. Many employers were concerned that their employees would become too distracted at home and that managers wouldn’t be able to keep an eye on their direct reports. Recent events have prompted thousands of companies to reconsider their stance. Ten years ago, remote work was not common. Remote work was a rare option ten years ago. It was only possible in special arrangements and was mostly practiced by teams that didn’t need a physical office. This practice, once only available to digital businesses like web agencies, designers, and developers, is now common across all industries and supported by many companies. It’s not about whether your remote teams can be more productive or not. Businesses are now looking at optimizing every aspect their remote operations. What is a workplace?
Remote working is a result of changing perceptions of what a workplace should be. It’s about employees having a place they feel at home and able to do their best work. Employers can reap the benefits of remote work by keeping overhead low and costs low. Remote working is more cost-effective and less expensive than traditional office space. But what about productivity?
Remote work has many benefits, including increased productivity. Remote workers are more productive that those who work in offices. They report getting more done than their colleagues. We’ve also discussed ways to improve your business performance using ActiveCollab. Although remote work is unusual, companies and individuals will see an increase in productivity. No more interruptions. No more interruptions.
Once you have overcome your negative preconceptions, biases, and made the necessary changes, your bottom line will be the most important thing for any business. One could argue that the most important factor in any business’ bottom line is a happy, productive employee. How will the post-pandemic business environment respond to the increasing demand for remote work? While we don’t have all the answers, we are happy to share our predictions. Remote Work Guide
This guide will provide clear instructions on how to make a smooth transition to remote operations and get the most out of remote work. We are grateful that you have subscribed! All newsletter subscribers can download this (and many other ActiveCollab Project Management Guides). Download the Ebook We are unable to subscribe you at this time. Please double-check your email address. If issue still persist, please let us know by sending an email to [email protected] Try Again A stronger human element in the workspace
It is more difficult than sending employees home with laptops to make the transition from being mostly on-site to being fully remote. It requires significant changes in communication and management practices. It is “a company killer” to hold too many one-on-one meetings. This is common in offices. Collaborative team meetings should be the norm. Everyone is on the same page and there’s plenty transparency. It’s easy to become isolated, which can lead to confusion and negatively impact workflow. Clear expectations, KPIs and the tools to support them, are essential. The absence of paper rustling, staplers clicking, and the general hustle of human activity that often gives the illusion to produce, can create a false sense of production.
