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The evolution of work-from-home policies before, during and afterCOVID-19 and its effects on employees
Dalarna University, School of Information and Engineering.
Dalarna University, School of Information and Engineering.
2024 (English)Independent thesis Basic level (degree of Bachelor), 10 credits / 15 HE creditsStudent thesis
Abstract [en]

This thesis explores the evolution of work-from-home (WFH) policies before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic and its effect on employees in terms of work-life balance, productivity, technological support, health, and preferences. Employing a mixed-method approach, the study combines quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to analyze policy changes. The main findings reveal that while remote work became essential due to health guidelines, it has since evolved into a preferred working structure for many. The study leverages the Technology Acceptance Model to understand the rapid adoption of remote work within the framework of technology acceptance. Overall, the results indicate that remote work generally enhances productivity and job satisfaction, though it is not without challenges, particularly regarding the blurring of work-life boundaries and communication difficulties. Additionally, case studies of organizations such as Accenture, NTI Gymnasiet, and Handelsbanken highlight best practices and ongoing adaptations in WFH policies. These insights have significant implications for developing effective WFH policies that balance flexibility, employee well-being, and organizational productivity in the post-pandemic world.

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2024.
Keywords [en]
Remote work, Virtual work environment, Pre-pandemic practices, Work from home
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Work Sciences
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URN: urn:nbn:se:du-49120OAI: oai:DiVA.org:du-49120DiVA, id: diva2:1885384
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Informatics
Available from: 2024-07-23 Created: 2024-07-23Bibliographically approved

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