The Hybrid Work Model can be explained as a change in the traditional working model to a more flexible and employee centric working environment where the employees can work on site and remotely as full-time or part-time of the week/month/year. The concept of hybrid work model was seen as a viable arrangement among employers after the global pandemic, where they were compelled to shift from their traditional brick and mortar working environment.
Benefits of Hybrid Work Model
Hybrid Work Model can be
beneficial for both the employer and employees.
Reduction
in cost – Employers can reduce the overhead cost such as
electricity, water bills, transportation charges, overtime payments and other
maintenance costs. This can help the company to maximize profits with improved
bottom line.
Attracting
good talent – Employers can attract talented individuals across the
globe with different and specialized skills and competencies. Further demanding
and experienced employees would seek convenient working schedules as they would
want to strike a balance between work and personal life. Companies can achieve a
competitive advantage through the acquired talents.
Increased productivity and satisfaction – Due to the balanced work life, less commuting and convenient work hours’ employees would feel more satisfied and would contribute more since they can save and spare time for their family. The efficiency and productivity of the workers could increase as they can select on different schedules and locations.
Reduction
in CO² emission – The carbon footprint of companies can have
a significant reduction since energy sources are less utilized.
Difficulties in Hybrid Work Model
Communication
barriers – As employees work in different time frames and
locations telecommunication and technological methods are only ways to
communicate work related issues. But this can be challenging at times with
lapses in connecting with each other.
Coordination
among the teams – Since the face to face interactions are
barred clear and defined coordination will also be at test. The outcomes and
decision making could be delayed and distressed.
Concentration
issues – Employees could easily be diverted from their duties
since direct supervision is difficult in remote working. If necessary measures
aren’t in place to monitor their outputs the company’s performance could be
affected.
Conclusion
As the Hybrid Work Model
can be the norm of future work and as a contingency plan, organizations are required
to plan and adopt necessary flexible work arrangements to succeed as a
organization and satisfy its workforce.
References
Felstead, A., Jewson, N., Phizacklea, A. and Walters,
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