The Remote Work Business
The business of remote working is changing at a rapid rate. Businesses of all sizes are adapting to the reality of working from home and they’re finding that it’s beneficial for their company as well as their employees. Some studies have shown that companies with a strict policy of remote working achieve better results in key performance metrics.
The term “remote work” applies to any arrangement where an employee or team doesn’t have to report to a central office on a daily basis. This could mean that they are located at their homes, coworking space, cafes, or even a van by the river.
Certain teams of employees are permanently remote, which is typically a result of a culture of trust and communication between the members of the team. Sometimes a team may include a mix of permanent and flexible remote employees. Some of these employees will visit the office on specific days, while others work at home.
Many jobs offer a high amount of remote work including cottage industry owners and food service professionals, coders and e-commerce workers. It’s crucial to plan ahead in the event of emergency or shutdowns, like COVID-19. This could mean investing in cybersecurity or an emergency backup for all data. It could also mean making sure employees have the tools they require to work from home, which could include things like a virtual private network (VPN) and software that is HIPAA-compliant for managing customer relationships.
