As companies plan to return to the office, many leaders are struggling with the concept of hybrid working. With the economic downturn causing labour turnover to slow down, many businesses are using this time to plan office-centric workforce strategies. However, research has shown that employees who have the flexibility to work from different locations and have control over their work hours are more likely to be productive and engaged.
Caitlin Duffy, Director in the Gartner HR practice, warns against completely shifting to office-based working and highlights the numerous benefits of hybrid working. Connectedness is the key to realizing the benefits of hybrid working. Companies that resist hybrid working run the risk of facing long-term reputation and attrition issues and hindering their competitiveness in a more virtual society.
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Statistics
69% of business leaders had concerns about collaboration, culture, creativity and engagement with hybrid working
54% of HR leaders felt that their employees were less connected to their organisations than they were before the pandemic
References
Businesses warned not to ditch hybrid working – Personnel Today