Remote Working

What is Remote Working?

Remote working, also known as telecommuting, is a work arrangement where employees work from a location outside the office, such as their home.

Remote working can be done on a full-time or part-time basis, and is often made possible by technology such as video conferencing, collaboration tools, and VPN access to a corporate intranet.

What are the benefits of remote working?

There are several benefits to remote working, including:

1. Flexibility: Remote workers can often set their own schedule, helping balance work and personal life.
2. Productivity: Some studies suggest remote workers can be more productive, with fewer distractions.
3. Cost savings: Employees save on commuting, work clothes, and other work-related expenses.
4. Access to talent: Employers can hire from anywhere, widening and diversifying the talent pool.
5. Environmental benefits: Fewer commutes mean lower carbon emissions.

Remote working became widespread during the COVID-19 pandemic, and many employees have since come to prefer it to a daily commute. As a result, some businesses continue to offer remote work, while others have adopted a "hybrid working" approach. It can, however, bring challenges too, such as isolation and difficulty separating work from home life.

How MIDAS supports remote working

Cloud-based software such as MIDAS makes remote working straightforward. Staff can manage room and resource bookings from anywhere, using only a web browser, without needing to be physically in the office.