Question

In an IT consulting company, the HR manager is concerned about how to provide telecommuting and other flexible work options due to the COVID -19 restrictions. What should the HR manager of this IT Company consider in terms of requirements of training, WHS and employee wellbeing to cope with the challenges of working from home? (150-200 words) this question is related to human resource management subject

Answer 1

• To keep the workflows moving, create a virtual office for employees. Invest in the best video conferencing and collaboration tools. Create a forum for employees to share personal as well as professional updates. Try to assign collaborative tasks weekly, encouraging team members to work together and stay connected.
• Further, to keep up their morale and boost their moods, you can create virtual team activities like online multiplayer games, quizzes. Or you can even encourage them to learn new things and share them with their colleagues
• You may adopt a virtual coffee break. These are video calls where employees connect virtually to take breaks, socialize, have their water cooler conversations. These conversations seem effective in preventing potential burnout and isolation.
• Other key aspects to be considered -
  • Robust communication
  • Meaningful goal setting
  • Keep them engaged with recognition
  • Encourage learning
  • Offer employee perks and discounts
  • Provide support for equipements and other necessities
  • Promote health and wellness
  • Establish daily check-ins