It’s always remote working time.
You might consider remote working a go-to activity in your company. But is it good for you?
As much as we understand the challenges of remote working, there are seven reasons it is beneficial.
Let’s dig a little deeper.
Remote working, or telecommuting or working from home, is when employees work outside a traditional office environment.
Remote workers perform their duties from home or another location rather than commuting to an office.
Remote working is facilitated by technological advancements like video conferencing, cloud computing, and collaboration tools that enable communication and information sharing.
Background on Remote Working
Remote working has become increasingly common over the past few decades.
Early forms of remote working can be traced back to the 1970s when technological advances enabled some employees to work from home occasionally.
However, remote working saw significant growth and adoption in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Many companies implemented mandatory work-from-home policies to comply with lockdowns and social distancing protocols.
This forced experiment demonstrated that remote working could be successful for many organizations and employees.
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Features and Impact of Remote Working
There are several key features of remote working arrangements:
- Location flexibility – Employees can work from home, in a coworking space, or at any location with internet access.
- Flexible schedules – Remote workers often have flexibility in setting their hours.
- Use of technology – Remote workers rely on tools like video conferencing, instant messaging, and cloud-based collaboration platforms.
Widespread remote work has had significant impacts, including:
- Increased workforce productivity from reduced commute times and interruptions.
- Improved work-life balance when people gain location and schedule flexibility.
- Access to a larger talent pool since hiring is not limited by geography.
- Cost savings on office space for organizations with fewer in-person employees.
- Environmental benefits from reduced commuting and less office energy consumption.
7 Reasons Why Remote Working is So Good For You
Here are 7 key reasons why remote working offers significant advantages:
- No Commuting – Avoiding a commute saves time and reduces stress. This allows for more sleep and greater productivity.
- More Family Time – Working from home allows parents to see their kids more during the day for improved work-life balance.
- Improved Focus – Remote workers avoid office distractions, which leads to greater focus and concentration.
- Flexibility – Telecommuters can more easily adjust their schedules to exercise, run errands, or attend appointments.
- Healthier Lifestyle – Remote workers tend to get more physical activity by avoiding a sedentary commute. Home cooking is also easier.
- Cost Savings – Employees save money on gas, vehicle wear and tear, public transit costs, and work wardrobes.
- Work Environment Choice – Remote workers can select their ideal noise level, lighting, temperature, and workspace setup.
Conclusion
Remote working provides tremendous advantages for both employees and employers.
Workers gain greater autonomy, flexibility, and control over their work-life balance.
Organizations benefit from higher productivity, reduced costs, and a broader talent pool.
While remote work also comes with communication and collaboration challenges, the many benefits make it an extremely attractive work arrangement for the future.
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With 30+ years of experience, Catherine Fitzgerald, B.A., M.A., PGDip, founded Oak Innovation in 1995. Catherine received her Bachelor’s degree and Master’s from University College Cork. She holds qualifications in Professional Development And Training from University College Galway. She is completing a second Master’s from University College Cork. Since 1995, clients include Apple, Time Warner, and Harvard University.
