The coronavirus pandemic has brought many changes to the traditional workplace. Join Sara Harris, HoganTaylor's Human Capital Strategies Manager, as she helps answer how to implement a work-from-home policy.
How do we implement a work-from-home policy if we have never done that before?
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Test It
Find several employees that can assist with testing any new technology that will be utilized before rolling out to everyone
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Define “Work From Home” for Your Organization
Set clear expectations with employees regarding availability, tasks that they will be working on, scheduled or recurring meetings they must attend. Have employees sign a work-from-home agreements, samples included in the employer template toolkit.
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Set Expectations Around “Outcomes”
Even if employees are able to complete their normal workload, establish clear outcomes they should be achieving remotely. If they cannot complete the tasks associated with their primary job, if it’s feasible, assign project or work tasks that can be distributed amongst your team, and ensure employees have the appropriate instructions and resources to complete the work.
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Time Tracking
If you utilized a punch clock or time keeping system in your previous work locations, ensure employees working remotely have a clear process to track and record their time. Hourly employees must be paid for all hours worked – so ensure you have timesheets completed and signed by employees.
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Check-In Regularly
Schedule regular check-ins with staff to stay engaged and keep things moving along.
HoganTaylor's Human Capital Strategies Practice
If you have any questions about this content, or if you would like more information about HoganTaylor's Advisory practice, please contact Sara Harris, Human Capital Strategies Consulting Manager, at sharris@hogantaylor.com. More information is also available on the Human Capital Strategies page of this website.
INFORMATIONAL PURPOSE ONLY. This content is for informational purposes only. This content does not constitute professional advice and should not be relied upon by you or any third party, including to operate or promote your business, secure financing or capital in any form, obtain any regulatory or governmental approvals, or otherwise be used in connection with procuring services or other benefits from any entity. Before making any decision or taking any action, you should consult with professional advisors.
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