Dynamics of Remote Working: A Human Resource Management Headache and Test of Time

International Journal of Economics and Management Studies

© 2024 by SSRG - IJEMS Journal

Volume 11 Issue 1

Year of Publication : 2024

Authors : Normah Fadzai Mutongerwa, Hlalele Matebese

10.14445/23939125/IJEMS-V11I1P102

How to Cite?

Normah Fadzai Mutongerwa, Hlalele Matebese, "Dynamics of Remote Working: A Human Resource Management Headache and Test of Time," SSRG International Journal of Economics and Management Studies, vol. 11,  no. 1, pp. 9-23, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23939125/IJEMS-V11I1P102

Abstract:

This study aimed to examine the dynamics of remote work in organizations. It selected and applied a qualitative research strategy through desktop research to meet this objective. It found that employers benefit more than the workforce from remote work, remote workers submit to connectivity issues to avoid returning to the office, remote work causes a gap and discrimination in organizations among diverse employees, and the current remote working setup presents HR challenges for remote and non-remote workers, and human resources were caught napping and faced with enormous challenges regarding remote work. This study concludes that remote work will continue to increase in popularity, posing significant challenges to the human resources fraternity. Additionally, the study significantly adds to the existing body of knowledge in human resources management related to remote employment.

Keywords:

COVID-19, Human Resources, Human Resources Management, Remote Work, Work from Home.

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