Flexible work news stories

Most office workers feel they've proved they can work successfully from home, and as much as employers try, things aren't going back to the way they were anytime soon.

Due to closed borders and Omicron isolation requirements, many Australian businesses have faced worker shortages, creating operational and customer service challenges.

While there is some desire to return to the office, most employees want to continue working from in some capacity, according to a recent report.

According to a new poll conducted by Citrix, nearly 80% of employees say they would rather work in a hybrid way, and more than 70% would prefer to remain fully remote.

"Leading organisations can drive performance by providing flexibility on all aspects of their work, and recognising their workforce comprises of people, not just employees.”

“Before the halo dims, we need to proactively address the workflow and productivity challenges workers continue to face when working remotely.”

According to the report, 83% of respondents say they are able to accomplish all of their work tasks remotely and 82% say remote working is the way of the future.

Businesses that decentralise their workplaces could reap the benefits of lower overheads, happier workers, and reduced commute times – but they could also help to stimulate regional economies.

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

The awards recognized organizations that were top of their game for building high-performing cultures where employees trust their leaders, are proud of what they do, and enjoy the people they work with.

Freedom will transform agent performance, enabling Natterbox users to work from wherever they want on whatever device they want to work on.

Flexible workspaces allow businesses to go global without the headache of setting up and maintaining a permanent office or workforce.

73% of small business owners say they are not likely to lose their jobs or be negatively affected by artificial intelligence (AI) and robots.

The new features include more options to protect data without interrupting employees’ requirements to get work done.

A new survey has found Australian workers are struggling to disconnect while on vacation

BlueJeans’ CEO outlines five trends that highlight the growing place of video conferencing in the modern enterprise.

“I’m proud to leave Generator in great heart and recognise that the time is right time to step aside and entrust the business to someone with a fresh vision and different perspective,” says Ryan Wilson.

In New Zealand, workers could save between 7.7 and 8.8 million hours of commuting time every year.

“You can always give it a go on a trial basis. If it’s not working, be honest."

Kiwi ICT companies will be a major beneficiary of an upcoming economic boom from growth in flexible working.

Next time you’re transiting through Auckland Airport, you may just want to check out a new flexible working space that has opened just up the road.

The survey found flexible working reduces commuting time, enhances productivity, staff retention, job satisfaction, and creativity.

According to a survey by Hays Recruitment, 89% of employers and 96% of professionals say flexibility is an area worth thinking about.

60% offer some form of flexible work options to staff – including almost one-in-five that make specific work arrangements for staff who are parents.