Hybrid working, the new normal
Source : https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/hybrid-working-model-new-normal-ram-natesan
Businesses will face the task of modifying, work design and adjusting to new work norms as many enterprises face the impact of COVID and move to a hybrid work model. The impact on the organization could be enormous when a group of employees make the move to a new work style concurrently. HR must make sure that actions to support inclusion occupy a major place in these plans in addition to assessing and planning for the impact on policies and processes, financial targets, cash flow, customer service, business marketing and sales, and other factors.
According to Haas, 2022 below 5Cs are categorized as
the main problems for the success-fulness of hybrid working.
Communication - It’s obvious that relying on technology may create problems for communication. and there are other practical difficulties in hybrid work module.
Coordination -Coordination should exist for every job role, but working in hybrid module presents more challenges for coordination than working face to face.
Connection -
Social connection, professional and mentoring relationships are important
for success in the workplace.
Creativity – Collective creativity and collective innovation may challenge in hybrid working system.
Culture – Organizational culture, values and expectations will not meet at hybrid working system.
But there are more benefits of hybrid working for both employer and employee. Such as good work–life balance, fewer distractions, more time for family and friends, saving time and costs, IT upskilling and high motivation, savings on office space, higher levels of job satisfaction, and reduced absence (CIPD, 2022).
HR professionals of the
organization need to implement the necessary policies to overcome challenges as
this became a new challenge to the HR. carry out many personnel trainings using ICT
tools, organizing regular virtual onboarding, develop employees using
e-learning platforms, can overcome challenges in hybrid working (Tabor, 2022)
References:
CIPD, (2022) Planning
for hybrid working. Advice on how organizations can plan and manage a move to
hybrid working, Chartered Institute of
Personnel and Development. Available at: https://www.cipd.co.uk/knowledge/fundamentals/relations/flexible-working/planning-hybrid-working#gref (Accessed: 01 April 202)
Haas, M. (2022) 5 Challenges of Hybrid Work — and How to Overcome Them, Harverd Business Review. https://hbr.org/2022/02/5-challenges-of-hybrid-work-and-how-to-overcome-them (Accessed: 01 April 202)
Tabor, J. (2022) The challenges of HR departments in hybrid work conditions. Scientific Papers of Silesian University of Technology – Organization and Management Series Available at: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/366697400_THE_CHALLENGES_OF_HR_DEPARTMENTS_IN_HYBRID_WORK_CONDITIONS (Accessed: 01 April 202)
Hi Asanka,In order to successfully implement a hybrid work arrangement, HRM must create policies and procedures that address the requirements and worries of both remote and in-office workers, provide sufficient tools and technology to support remote work, and set up effective performance management and communication systems to ensure accountability and productivity.Well done.
ReplyDeleteGreat article on hybrid working! It's so refreshing to see companies embracing this new way of working that offers employees the flexibility to choose where they work best, while still maintaining the benefits of working in an office environment. It's fantastic that companies are recognizing the importance of work-life balance and supporting their employees' well-being by allowing them to have more control over their work schedules. I think hybrid working will not only benefit employees but also lead to increased productivity and improved collaboration among team members. Keep up the great work in spreading awareness about this exciting new trend in the workplace!
ReplyDeleteHybrid working is likely to become more common in the future, and companies that embrace this trend will be better equipped to attract and retain top talent in a rapidly changing job market. Well done.
ReplyDeleteI think, discussing the hybrid work environment is highly important with covid-19 social pandemic situation, however with a busy lifestyle, and retaining a competency-based workforce the concept of a hybrid work structure is highly important,
ReplyDeletein today's business context, most well-established organizations executed a hybrid work environment concerning a number of benefits, here some organizations operate 3 working days and the rest of the days give the chance to work at home.
here enhancing the workforce well-being, reducing the overhead cost, productivity gains, reducing sickness absence levels, and more efficient allocation of labor, can be identified as the main advantages
The major benefits of hybrid work to date include greater work-life balance, more effective use of time, control over work hours and location, burnout mitigation, and higher productivity. You have done a superb job of implementing a very sensible subject. Employees who engage in hybrid work have the freedom to choose the working methods that are most productive for them.
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