Teleworking: the challenge that tests adaptation and flexibility

UTOPIA?

Many people have ever heard the romantic idea of ​​remote work, thinking of it as nothing more than a utopia that only some companies were capable of achieving. The truth is that thetelecommutingIt is a modality that many companies have adopted as a practice for years, creating a work philosophy that is based on objectives and projects, benefiting time savings in transfers, road congestion and money.

The year 2020 began with the frightening idea of ​​a virus that was expanding at a speed that was very difficult to achieve. This atypical world condition has forced entire countries to paralyze their daily activities, also modifying the way they carry out work activities.

Without a doubt, this will be the year of experimenting with new ways of communication, new ways of organizing and creating newwork spacesthat meet current requirements.

Today we want to tell you what you should know about remote work ortelecommutingand how this methodology can remain as efficient as aofficephysics.

To begin, we must find the ideal place that will become our workspace. This place should be away from distracting elements, such as televisions or common living areas, this way we will also avoid interruptions.

FURNITURE, PLATFORMS AND SCHEDULES

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Another important element is the , this must have characteristicsergonomicsuch as seat height and depth adjustment, lumbar support and arm adjustment.

Taking into account that we will be working a regular working day in our position, we must maintain the same guarantees of ergonomics and well-being.

Given the new work methodology, it is essential to schedule meetings in advance, phone calls and team organization are essential.

Using platforms like “Zoom.us” gives us the opportunity to hold simultaneous video conferences, previously scheduled through a calendar.

Setting collaborative work schedules will give us the opportunity to work in harmony with those colleagues with whom we share projects or goals.

Work through the cloud(like Dropbox or Google Drive)It is an excellent method for effectively exchanging important files and documents.

We must generate regular communication channels and work dynamics.

The work will be transformed into objectives, through planning and the goals that you set as a team. It is important to carry out planning where projects and projections are mentioned.

Each member will be able to develop their part of the work according to the agreement that was carried out.

Discipline, productivity and efficiency will test our performance.

We will discover that the ability to adapt and flexibility are the most effective skills of these times, also in furniture; Today furniture must meet standards that meet the demands of an office as well as a home.