COVID-19, the Coronavirus Pandemic has forced companies to send employees home, working in office is no longer a viable option. Telecommuting simply refers to the practice of exercising one’s job outside the company’s office.
Telecommuting can refer to different categories such as remote work, virtual jobs, or work from home jobs all, as these all entail different degrees of working from independent locations.
Service providing companies such as iddiom have systems put in place to make sure the transition runs as smoothly as possible. iddiom interconnected systems and security precautions (NDA disclosures) have enabled its workflow to move online. Making sure all its employees are equipped to work from home with the necessary devices and software at their disposal. When working from home, it’s important to keep in mind the following.
- Prepare your work area; when choosing a place to work remotely, make sure you choose a location that does not hinder your productivity.
- Stay away from crowded spaces and find a place that allows you to work to the best of your ability, make sure you have access to high speed internet and the necessary devices.
- Communication is key; remote work comes with a lot of autonomy and responsibility that is not to be taken lightly, as you are still accountable for your work.
- Although most remote work is independent in nature, collaborating with your colleagues when necessary is important,
as it is you who has to make the extra effort in contributing equally and establishing regular check-ins with your supervisor and colleagues. Due to the coronavirus, telecommuting is becoming a reality for most of us, make sure to stay on top of things and most of all stay safe.
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