Q. "How do we ensure the best results from remote employees?"
Answer:
Managing remote employees can be a challenge, but here are some best practices we recommend to make sure they remain critical and productive members of your team:
Set measurable goals. Whether employees get their work done to your satisfaction is more important than whether they’re always at their workstation.
Make all necessary resources easily available including phone, computer, extra monitor, and all software.
Create and communicate a work-from-home policy so everyone knows what’s expected.
Regularly discuss what’s working and what's not. Encourage them to reach out to HR or a supervisor if remote work is causing difficulties.
Hold all meetings virtually, even if some staff are working in the office, so everyone is equally able to participate.
Promote a good work-life balance by making sure remote employees know when their workday ends. It’s easy to spend more time working than they would in an office environment.