What is remote working

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What is remote working? We know you’re probably familiar with the term, but what does it actually mean, and what are the different types of remote working that businesses use? That’s what we’re here to discuss!

What does remote working mean?

In its simplest form, remote working means employees are able to work from a location outside of the traditional office setting. The key aspect of remote working is that the work is not geographically tied to the head office or headquarters of a business, giving employees the freedom and flexibility to work from home or anywhere with an internet connection.

However it’s important to note that each company’s flexible working policy could be different and may highlight some boundaries for working remotely. Here’s how you can get the most out of your homeworkers.

What’s the difference between remote and flexible working?

Flexible working encompasses remote working. Remote working means employees can work from a location outside of the normal office, as mentioned before, and this can be considered flexible working. However, flexible working also refers to areas such as employees choosing when they work and being in full control over their work.

What are the different types of remote working?

There are two main types of remote working adopted by companies across the globe. These are:

Fully remote

Fully remote means employees work entirely from outside of the office or main office setting. They can work from their home office, a co-working space, or any location with a reliable internet connection. These types of roles are common in areas that don’t require in-person collaboration or jobs where specialist equipment isn’t needed.

Hybrid

So, what is hybrid remote work then? Hybrid working is exactly what it says on the tin. It’s a combination of both remote and office working. Usually it follows a format of working from home a certain amount of days per week, while requiring employees to come into the office the remaining days. This could be something like 2 days working from home and 3 days in the office. Some businesses might allow employees to choose the specific days they work from home and come into the office, and others might require them to come in on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, for example.

Online workplace training for remote workers

Here at iHasco, we offer a range of accredited online training courses that have been built to help keep staff safe, happy, and productive whilst working remotely. Some of our most popular courses include:

We’re already helping thousands of organisations just like yours, and we’d like to help you too. Why not check out our range of courses for the care sector today by claiming your free, no-obligation trial? Alternatively, you can request a bespoke quote and we’ll be in touch to discuss your unique training requirements.

Don’t forget to explore our guide to remote working for employers blog for more information on this topic!