{"id":5918,"date":"2022-01-07T13:47:51","date_gmt":"2022-01-07T13:47:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/43.204.200.242\/hr-glossary\/work-from-home-wfh\/"},"modified":"2023-10-27T14:04:02","modified_gmt":"2023-10-27T08:34:02","slug":"work-from-home-wfh","status":"publish","type":"hr-glossary","link":"https:\/\/akriviahcm.com\/resources\/hr-glossary\/work-from-home-wfh","title":{"rendered":"Work From Home { WFH }"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>What is work from home?<\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">WFH stands for Work from Home, an arrangement where employees remotely perform their duties, typically from their homes. WFH can be full-time, part-time, or occasional, depending on the employee&#8217;s role and the company&#8217;s policies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Benefits of work from home<\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">WFH become most popular in recent years as technology has made it easier and more efficient for employees to work remotely. WFH offers many benefits for both employees and employers, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Flexibility and work-life balance:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0WFH can give employees more flexibility in their work schedules and allow them to balance their work and personal lives better.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reduced commuting time and costs:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0WFH can save employees time and money.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Increased productivity:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Studies have shown that WFH employees can be more productive than those who work in an office setting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reduced overhead costs:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0WFH can save employers money on office space and other overhead expenses.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">WFH Considerations for HR Professionals<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">HR professionals play an essential role in supporting WFH employees. Some of the critical considerations for HR professionals include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Developing and implementing WFH policies and procedures:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0HR professionals should develop and implement clear and concise WFH policies and procedures that cover topics such as eligibility, equipment requirements, cybersecurity, and communication expectations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Providing training and support to WFH employees:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0HR professionals should provide training and support to WFH employees on topics such as time management, productivity, and communication.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Creating a culture of inclusion and support for WFH employees:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0HR professionals should develop a culture of inclusion and support for WFH employees. This includes ensuring that WFH employees access the same resources and opportunities as office-based employees.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">WFH is a growing trend in the workplace, and HR professionals play an essential role in supporting WFH employees. 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