Editor's Desk

When lockdown kicked in many of us instantly transitioned to working from home, and it seems that remote working here to stay. According to a new study for the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), 81% of SMEs expect more than a quarter of employees to work remotely most of the time, even when the pandemic is over – and even more so in tech.The hybrid work model is gaining prominence and prevalence across organizations globally. According to a McKinsey survey, nearly 90 percent of organizations envision combining remote and on-site working models as part of their long-term plans. In addition, hybrid work is being touted as the default working model by 2024.But what exactly is hybrid working?Hybrid work models combine work that takes place both in-office as well as at home or remotely. On the surface, hybrid working allows employees the choice to work where it suits them best - in the office for meetings and team building, or at home where they can focus more. There are several types of hybrid work models that businesses can implement such as Flexible, Fixed, Office-First, and Remote-First.Key Statistics on Hybrid work model:<ul><li>63% of high-revenue growth companies use a hybrid work model</li><li>78% of employees say a hybrid work plan leads to a better work/life balance</li><li>47% of workers feel hybrid work has improved their well-being</li><li>58% of employees surveyed by McKinsey reported that hybrid working improved their productivity</li><li>75% of employees say that overall cost savings is the biggest benefit gained from&nbsp;hybrid work</li></ul>It is also worth noting that not every industry or workplace is suited to hybrid work plans - those that require in-person tasks to be completed, like assembly and manufacture, for example, or roles in hospitality, working in shops, or as a cleaner. This makes a rather large disconnect in the type of person that is capable of working remotely, just because of the type of work that they are doing.To conclude, a hybrid work model can be a win-win situation for both employer and employee. It allows employers to hire talented people without having to spend as much on office space or other overhead costs. For employees, the opportunity comes with certain benefits like having the flexibility where they can work or who to work with on a daily basis. Ready to take your career to a whole new level? Connect with us at <a href="http://www.yourtribe.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">www.yourtribe.io</a>

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