Vast numbers of employees now work remotely, and it\u2019s too late to develop a set of remote-work policies if you didn\u2019t already have one. But there are ways to make the remote-work experience productive and engaging \u2014 for employees and the organization.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt most organizations, scenario planning focuses on the necessary operational responses to ensure business continuity. Few of these plans address the ability or bandwidth of employees to focus on their work,\u201d says Brian Kropp, Distinguished Vice President, Research, Gartner.<\/p>\n
Use both direct conversations and indirect observations to get visibility into employees\u2019 challenges and concerns. Use every opportunity to make clear to employees that you support and care for them. To facilitate regular conversations between managers and employees, provide managers with guidance on how best to broach sensitive subjects arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, including alternative work models, job security and prospects, impact on staffing and tension in the workplace.<\/p>\n
Make sure employees have the technology they need to be successful, which may be more than just a mobile phone and laptop. For example, if you expect employees to attend virtual meetings, do they have adequate cameras?<\/p>\n
Even if you don\u2019t have an extensive set of technology and collaborative tools available, you can equip employees to function effectively when remote. But don\u2019t just assume that people know how to operate with virtual communications \u2014 or are comfortable in that environment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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