Remote Company Handbook

Should I Let My Employees Work-from-Home for Forever?

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot about the way many businesses function and the way we work with each other. Most companies transitioned into work-from-home settings last year. While some places of work have begun to move employees back into the office, many are choosing to remain remote or allow their staff to make the decision. Before you make the choice on the behalf of your workers, here are a few things to think about. Technology Has Made It Easier One of the first things to consider when it comes to whether or not you should remain remote is technology. Has your company adopted the appropriate technology and communications systems to be able to sustain a work-from-home environment? Were your employees struggling to get connected or remain in the loop? All in all, tech has made things easier but only you know how your employees adjusted to the technology. So, keep that ......

3 Remote Policies to Incorporate In Your Employee Handbook

Many companies transitioned into remote work settings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Even though the pandemic is winding down with many people getting vaccinated, remote work isn’t going anywhere. Some organizations are choosing to keep their remote workspaces because of the benefits they’ve seen, such as increased productivity and better work-life balance for their employees. If you are maintaining a virtual office, here are three remote policies to incorporate in your employee handbook. Standards for Tracking Time Remotely Creating a cohesive workspace virtually can be a bit of a challenge. One of the key things you need to establish an expectation around is how employees should be tracking their time. This makes it so that each member of your staff is held accountable for the hours they are meant to be working each day. If your team is still sticking to a nine-to-five work schedule in the remote setting, it can also ensure that ......