Lone workers: what are the employers’ responsibilities?
In recent times, the landscape of work has undergone a significant transformation, with remote working becoming the norm for many employees in the UK. As the number of people working from home continues to rise, so does the importance of addressing the unique challenges to employers regarding ‘lone workers.’ The Rise of Remote Working in […]
Remote working: Managing Performance
Before COVID-19 home working was relatively scarce, with many of us commuting to the office on a daily basis. These days however, many more employees enjoy the flexibility and reduced travel costs that working from home can bring. This article is accompanied by our webinar recording, which you can watch On Demand. Challenges of home […]
Do you allow overseas working?
It is fair to say that following the pandemic, the world of work has changed significantly. One major change is the ability, in some instances, for a job to be performed from any location, even overseas. Not surprisingly therefore, nearly 3 in 5 employees plan to work abroad, according to a report in People Management […]
Top Tips for Managing Remote Workers
Working from home has previously been viewed as an option or a privilege for some, however coronavirus it has made it compulsory for many. With the right practices, procedures and rules employees can remain engaged and productive whether in isolation or carrying out social distancing. Here is a list of tips for managing remote workers: […]
Helping remote workers avoid isolation and burnout
Academics at Oxford University have been urged not to send emails outside working hours to avoid colleagues, especially remote workers, from feeling harassed. Administrators have asked the university’s academics to keep all online communications to normal working hours as part of a new email protocol. For much of today’s workforce, sending and receiving emails outside […]