Friday, December 10, 2021

REMOTE WORK

 

Figure 1: Remote work- Source (NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, 2021)

Many public and private companies are instructed and motivated to continue the work of 'Remote works' to cope with such a catastrophic situation. 'Remote works' is working outside the traditional office environment.  The concept here is that prepare an alternation when there's no proper place to work.

Nowadays it is becoming very popular and the advancement of technology is very helpful for this.    Covid - 19 pandemic situation World catastrophe is changing a lot, especially organizations that have to undergo structural changes. This applies to both employees and employers in a setting.

HOW DO PEOPLE WORK REMOTELY?

There are many different ways people can work remotely. People can choose to work in a way that is most meaningful to their life and time management.

For example, people work from home and attend seminars and meetings. This can be done using their home or outpost while travelling on a train or other mode of transport.

WHY DO PEOPLE WORK REMOTELY?

Remote work has many benefits for both employees and employers, including greater productivity, more time-consuming flexibility, and a higher level of health.

BENEFITS OF REMOTE WORKING FOR EMPLOYEES (lumapps, 2021)

Working from home is more advantageous for employees

  • Freedom & Flexibility
  • Cost savings
  • Save times
  • Location
  • Peace and quiet
  • Health and Happiness 
  • You are not alone
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Comfortable environment
  • Personalize

BENEFITS OF REMOTE WORKING FOR EMPLOYERS  (lumapps, 2021)

Remote work is more advantageous if employers are able to properly manage employees.

  • Cost savings              
  • Positivity
  • Pool of talent
  • Reduction in absenteeism
  • Time
  • Office politics
  • Loyalty
  • Productivity
  • Technology
  • Communication

 DISADVANTAGE OF REMOTE WORKS (Employers, 2018)

Many organizations have a positive impact on remote work. But some organizations work remotely for adverse reasons.

  • Isolation
  • Decreased employee visibility
  • Decreased work-life balance
  • Lack of relationship among the co-workers
  • Increased distraction

CONCLUSION

In developing countries, it is mandatory for employees to come to the office and the percentage of long-distance work is low. This affects the overall outcome of long-distance work organizations. It also affects the attitudinal decisions of employers in organizations. Remote work in many organizations has a direct positive effect on the organizational structure and overall outcome, as well as on the physical and mental well-being of employees.

References

Employers (2018) Disadvantages of Remote Work. [Online]
Available from https://www.mseap.com/disadvantages-remote-work/
[Accessed 10 dec 2021].

lumapps  (2021) 20 Advantages of Remote Working for Employees and Employers. [Online]
Available from https://www.lumapps.com/blog/remote-working/benefits-of-working-remotely/
[Accessed 10 dec 2021].

NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (2021) Remote Work Arrangements. [Online]
Available from https://www.nyit.edu/human_resources/remote_work_arrangements
[Accessed 10 DEC 2021].

 

 

4 comments:

  1. Remote work has a rapid development in the recent years. COVID 19 Pandemic made a great influence towards remote work. Organizations were forced to initiate remote working within a short period of time. There are plenty of advantages in remote work. Useful blog which shows overall ideas on it .

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  2. This is a very timely topic that supports the recent pandemic situation prevailing across the world. Remote work is more encouraged and this has given a huge relief on each organization to carry out work with less interruption and to support social distancing as a global responsibility.

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  3. You may work in a good atmosphere where you can be productive. You'll understand this if you've ever been caught in the crossfire of office gossip. Working from home allows you to maintain a professional demeanor while increasing your productivity. It can also improve your mental health and reduce stress.Thank you

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  4. Work from home is a new concept to Sri Lanka and important topic in this pandemic situation. In this concept both advantages and disadvantages too. also agree with your conclusion. Good article

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