The Mobile Workforce Is Here To Stay: Why That's a Good Thing | Management - G2 Crowd

Jason Yang, Senior Vice President of Business Operations at Dialpad recommends, In recent years, a clear theme has emerged in the world of work: the mobile workforce is here to stay.

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Remote work used to be something that buzzy startups used to attract millennials, but now it’s a necessity for every company. The question isn’t whether to start working remote or not; it’s about the best ways to make remote teams work for your business.

There are a ton of advantages. In a recent report from Business Insider, executives at Chipotle and Mercato shared how video calls have helped them connect with their teams on a deeper level. Remote work also cuts costs. Reuters reports that more than 25 large corporations are reducing the square footage of their offices to save money.

Still, remote work hasn’t been easy for every company to adopt. This has led to growing pains in some workplaces and innovation in others...

The future of “work from anywhere” 
Without a doubt, remote work is here to stay. Even when employers start bringing workers back to physical offices, Bloom predicts that 40% of employees will still choose to work from home at least once a week. This means flexible scheduling and video conferences will be the new normal. But there will be even bigger changes in the workplace... 

Conclusion 
The mobile workforce will keep growing for years to come. This is the time for companies to get the right policies and technology in place to guarantee success. From the newest technology to clear messaging, there’s plenty that leaders can do to get their teams and their businesses ready.

Work as we knew it is over – no more huge teams gathered together in conference rooms and in massive HQs. Instead, we all need to flex our creative muscles, keep open minds, and embrace remote work. This is the new normal, and accepting it is the only way to win.
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Source: G2 Crowd