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Impact of Remote Working on Employee Productivity
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Remote Working
DOI: 10.64388/IREV9I12-1719276
Abstract
In an era of digital advancements and the increasing demand for flexible working options, remote working has become a major aspect of the workplace. In this theoretical paper, the effects of remote working on employee productivity will be explored, and the existing concepts, theories, and literature will be examined. The study investigates the relationship between work-life balance, job autonomy, technological support, communication effectiveness and employee motivation and how these factors are associated with productivity in a remote setting. The paper also addresses the problems with having a remote workforce, such as social isolation, communication issues, distractions and issues with monitoring performance. The study draws on organizational behaviour and management theories and presents the positive and negative impact of remote working on employee performance. The results indicate that proper technological infrastructure, communication channels and management practices to help employees can boost their productivity. The paper sheds light on the changing nature of work and provides a theoretical basis for future empirical studies investigating the nature of remote working and productivity.
Keywords
Remote Working, Employee Productivity, Work-Life Balance, Job Autonomy, Digital Technology, Employee Performance, Virtual Communication, Flexible Work Arrangements, Organizational Support, Telecommuting
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How to cite this paper
@article{1719276,
author = {Ankur},
title = {Impact of Remote Working on Employee Productivity},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2026},
volume = {9},
number = {12},
pages = {2756-2759},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1719276.pdf},
abstract = {In an era of digital advancements and the increasing demand for flexible working options, remote working has become a major aspect of the workplace. In this theoretical paper, the effects of remote working on employee productivity will be explored, and the existing concepts, theories, and literature will be examined. The study investigates the relationship between work-life balance, job autonomy, technological support, communication effectiveness and employee motivation and how these factors are associated with productivity in a remote setting. The paper also addresses the problems with having a remote workforce, such as social isolation, communication issues, distractions and issues with monitoring performance. The study draws on organizational behaviour and management theories and presents the positive and negative impact of remote working on employee performance. The results indicate that proper technological infrastructure, communication channels and management practices to help employees can boost their productivity. The paper sheds light on the changing nature of work and provides a theoretical basis for future empirical studies investigating the nature of remote working and productivity.},
keywords = {Remote Working, Employee Productivity, Work-Life Balance, Job Autonomy, Digital Technology, Employee Performance, Virtual Communication, Flexible Work Arrangements, Organizational Support, Telecommuting},
month = {June},
doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I12-1719276}
}