Creating your hybrid work policy: A complete guide

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Creating your hybrid work policy A complete
guide
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been
profound changes in how we carry out business
and services. Though earlier perceived as a
challenge, hybrid working and remote working are
now recognized as successful working models
across the globe. Now as we get back to work
post-pandemic, it is understood that the hybrid
work model is not a thing of the past. Employees
are comfortable with the flexibility and feel
more productive when they have the freedom of
working from home. While saying so, employers at
times feel a disconnect with the team and find
it challenging to have confidence in the
productivity and deliverables of the employers.
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This dilemma was reflected in the recent
Microsoft Work Trend Pulse Report by the Work
Trend Index. It states that around 87 of
employees report higher productivity while
working at home, whereas 85 of leaders and
company heads reported a lack of confidence in
the productivity of the employees. To put an end
to this paranoia, a majority of companies are
vouching for a hybrid working model. For a smooth
hybrid working model, it is important to keep a
check on the business deliverables and
developing a policy becomes a priority for the
company. This blog is aimed at providing you with
an easy-to-use template for developing these
policies. The blog will also give a gist of how
an Employer of Record services or a Professional
Employment Organization can help you build your
team and establish your business in India the
hybrid way! Template for hybrid work
policies While working in a hybrid mode and
maintaining a business approach, hybrid work
policies are outlined for the employees. These
policies also develop trust between employers
and employees and streamline the new way of
working. Though there is no one-size-fits-all
aspect, there are a few points to emphasize
while developing your hybrid work model policies.
Let us go through the objectives listed
below. Benefits that employees will receive In a
hybrid work mode, establishing deliverables,
output, and deadlines regarding the same should
be stated in the policies. In addition, perks,
performance bonus, and compensatory, which in
turn boost productivity should be kept in mind.
Being aware of these objectives drives employees
to plan their work commitments and give high
productivity. Keeping employee well-being in
mind Hybrid approach helps in establishing a
better work-life balance for a majority of the
employees.
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Keeping this in mind, policies allow employees to
design their schedules by accommodating their
personal commitments. In addition, learning and
development activities, special training
programs, and other educative sessions need to
be taken into consideration in the hybrid work
policies. State the right tools for hybrid
communication It is important to prioritize
communication when it comes to hybrid work. The
use of collaborative tools and virtual portals,
emails, and team meetings should be justified in
the policies for clear business flow for
employees whether in the office or while working
remotely. This ensures connectivity among the
remote teams as well with the employers. Technolog
y support for hybrid work The usage of internet
facilities and communication platforms needs to
be indicated in hybrid work policies. Employees
should be aware of public internet usage,
anti-malware software, anti-virus updates, and
firewalls. Using important IT-security platforms
will ensure an effective, safe, and secure
hybrid work environment in any company. How
should you devise your hybrid work model
policies? It is important to lay down guidelines
when it comes to hybrid working. Certain rules
and regulations need to carve into the company
policies which also specify flexibility provided
to the employees. This maintains a balance
between work-from-home and in-office working
activities. Here are a few hybrid work policy
guidelines to keep in mind while developing an
effective and easy-to-adopt hybrid work policy.
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• In-office work guidelines
• The in-office working schedule in the hybrid work
  model is different from traditional office
  functioning. A schedule regarding the
  utilization of workstations and meeting rooms,
  system allocation, and seat booking for commuting
  to the office needs to be created. If is it
  important for the business for a certain number
  of employees to function from the office, then
  an elaborate schedule of employees working in the
  office on a particular day needs to be created.
  Companies also need to take employees comfort
  in mind in certain situations. Taking an
  employee survey can be beneficial to deciphering
  how people want to proceed with their work.
• Work-from-home guidelines Though remote working
  offers flexibility, their work timings, shifts,
  and work locations apart from home address need
  to be discussed with management and the HR team.
  In addition, employees should be made aware of
  the leave management, reimbursement process, and
  financial assistance while working from home.
  Technological support by companies is also an
  important factor that needs to be considered in
  remote working.
• What is the future of hybrid work policy?
  Lately, laying down all the disciplinary actions
  in case the policies are not followed is of
  utmost importance. This ensures that there are
  no surprises to the employees and are aware of
  the warnings and consequences.

At the end of the day, a flexible lifestyle along
with the perks of office working are the
benefits of hybrid working that employees look
for. In a recent study, younger employees or
popularly known as Gen Z employees wish to
attend work in-office in a hybrid mode for
connecting with senior employees for experience
and learning. In addition, they prefer meeting
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managers and work friends for bonding and team
building rather than discussing
productivity. How do PEO services in India build
hybrid working teams? Employees in India are
adapting to hybrid and remote working models.
Establishing your business and building your
hybrid teams can seem challenging in such a
scenario. PEO services in India or an EOR are
meant to take off this challenge and help in your
business expansion strategy. We at Remunance,
understand the changing dynamics and fluctuations
of the Indian market. With our expert team and
resources, Remuance can help you build your
business in a hybrid way. You can definitely
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