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Remote working is here to stay - and employees love it, says GitLab report

Remote working is becoming a reality for many, with 83% of professionals saying they can accomplish all tasks remotely, according to a new report from GitLab.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2020

Manufacturing

Unsafe working environments in IT risking people's health

Excessive working hours, forced labour and discrimination are some of the problems that risk workers' health in the IT industry.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2019

Flexible work

Singapore's Best Workplaces 2019 revealed

HubSpot, Grab, and FireEye are named among Singapore's Best Workplaces 2019, lauded for fostering trust, pride, and camaraderie among employees.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2019

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Virtual Private Networks

Rules for managing remote workers

Working from home can trigger fresh obligations on contracts, safety, privacy and security, with employers footing extra costs.

By Georgie Hughes • 3 min read • Sun, 20th Sep 2020

Human Capital Management

How to protect mental well-being working from home

Missing colleagues and blurred boundaries can leave home workers strained unless managers set clear routines and realistic workloads.

By Georgie Hughes • 3 min read • Sun, 13th Sep 2020

Hybrid & Remote Work

The shift away from CBDs – an Auckland case study

Takapuna could gain from a post-lockdown office shuffle as workers seek cheaper space and more home working weighs on Auckland's CBD.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Sep 2020

Digital Transformation

The pros and cons of working from home

Remote teams gained flexibility and trust, but the study finds blurred home-life boundaries and fewer spontaneous ideas may hinder productivity.

By Georgie Hughes • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Aug 2020

Data Analytics

Big data suggests office, retail, and tourism Covid recovery

City-centre footfall is rebounding, with new mobility data hinting at a steadier office market and a faster retail and tourism recovery.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Aug 2020

Hybrid & Remote Work

The seven worst aspects of remote working and what to do about them

Workers staying home face burnout, isolation and tech glitches unless they set boundaries, plan backups and keep in touch.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Sun, 19th Jul 2020

Human Capital Management

Is remote work the end of the office?

Home working may reshape offices, but firms will still need face-to-face contact to build trust, culture and productivity.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 13th Jul 2020

Payment Technologies

Best job sites for finding remote workers

Remote hiring is getting easier for employers, with free or low-cost sites offering access to vetted freelancers and developers worldwide.

By Michael Curreen • 11 min read • Mon, 29th Jun 2020

Hybrid & Remote Work

Office procedures and design standards set to change

Companies may rethink desk assignments, cleaning routines and remote working as pandemic-era habits reshape office design and technology.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd May 2020

Human Capital Management

New horizons for Daddy Day Care

COVID-19 is giving thousands of fathers a chance to test flexible work, with research showing home working can benefit families and employers.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 4th May 2020

Human Capital Management

Adapting your staff to a new normal

Employees need honest check-ins and flexible expectations as managers navigate remote work, mental health strain and constant uncertainty.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2020

Digital Transformation

Insights into a post-Covid-19 world

Remote work, home schooling and digital healthcare could outlast the pandemic, reshaping cities, travel and emissions for years to come.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2020

Hybrid & Remote Work

Workplace wellness rises up the agenda

Health and hygiene measures are likely to become permanent fixtures as the COVID-19 outbreak pushes employers to rethink office design and indoor air quality.

By Michael Curreen • 9 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2020