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How Different Industries are Approaching Flexibility in the Workplace
The new Flex Index report has revealed the latest trends in how different companies and industries approach flexibility in the workplace. With remote and hybrid work becoming a reality for many companies due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is crucial for organizations to understand the new landscape of work and adapt to these changes. I helped 21 companies transition to hybrid and remote work, and I found it valuable to provide an external benchmark to my clients. Let’s take a closer look at the report’s findings and what they mean for companies and employees.
Fully Flexible and Structured Hybrid
According to the Flex Index report, 8% of companies are fully remote. One example of this from my clients is a mid-sized IT company that made the switch to full remote work in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The company had previously experimented with remote work, but the pandemic made it clear that it was the way of the future. The company’s employees have embraced the change, reporting increased productivity and a better work-life balance.
Meanwhile, 23% of companies have a flexible hybrid approach, allowing employees to choose which days they come into the office. The Flex Index refers to these two modalities as “fully flexible,” given they allow employees…
