Remote Working

What is Remote Working?

Remote working, also known as telecommuting, is a work arrangement in which employees do not commute to a central place of work and instead perform their duties from a remote location, such as their home or another location outside of the office.

This can be done on a full-time or part-time basis, and is often facilitated by technology such as video conferencing and collaboration tools.

Collaboration tools, such as SaaS solutions, or the use of a VPN to access a corporate intanet make remote working possible.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies turned to remote working as a way to keep their operations going and keep their employees safe. The shift to remote working was sudden and widespread, and many companies had to quickly adapt their policies and infrastructure to support it.

As the world emerges from COVID-19, many employees found that they preferred remote working to a daily commute to the office.

As a result, some businesses still allow some employees to work remotely, whilst others have adopted a "Hybrid Working" approach.

There are several benefits to remote working, including:

1. Increased flexibility: Remote workers have the ability to create their own schedule, which can make it easier to balance work and personal responsibilities.
2. Increased productivity: Some studies have shown that remote workers can be more productive, since they have fewer distractions and can create a better work-life balance.
3. Cost savings: Remote workers save money on transportation, work clothes, and other work-related expenses.
4. Improved employee morale: Remote working can help employees feel more connected to their company and colleagues, and can help to reduce stress levels.
5. Increased access to talent: Remote working allows companies to hire employees from anywhere in the world, which can help to increase diversity in the workplace.
6. Environmental benefits: Remote working can reduce carbon emissions by reducing the number of people who commute to work.

However, remote working can also have its challenges too. These may include loneliness, burnout, and difficulty separating work and personal life.