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Tools and Technology for Effective Remote Work
| International Journal of Computer Applications |
| Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA |
| Volume 174 - Number 21 |
| Year of Publication: 2021 |
| Authors: Balu N. Ilag |
10.5120/ijca2021921109
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Balu N. Ilag . Tools and Technology for Effective Remote Work. International Journal of Computer Applications. 174, 21 ( Feb 2021), 13-16. DOI=10.5120/ijca2021921109
Abstract
Office work refers to work that is generally done in an office building designated explicitly for administrative and professional duties. Remote work relates to business operations and professional tasks outside of the office space like telecommunication or working from home. Many companies believe that office spaces are more productive because the collective energy of having other people around who are working towards the same goal promotes innovation, collaboration, and collision. Production is at a faster pace when there are a laser focus and no distractions. More impromptu and immediate interactions and consultations create a deep cultural connection and assistance on tasks that one cannot complete independently (Haynes et al., 2017). The office space is not without its challenges. Productivity can be limited due to distractions that one is unlikely to encounter when working remotely, such as noise and commotion, interruptions from other workers dropping into one's office space, impromptu meetings, and gossip sessions (Haapakangas et al., 2018). Commutes to and from the office building result in time wastage and fatigue. Skipping a commute has the impact of letting one customize the workday and work longer hours due to the reduced stress levels (Lin & Bao, 2019).
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