Which hybrid work schedule is most effective?

Asked a year ago

Hey, I am the HR manager at a printing company. The company has now decided to move on to making most of our employees have a hybris working schedule. However, there are multiple types of hybrid work model that exist (e.g. at will, split week, office first). What are the pros and cons of these different models? TYIA

Hybrid work model Office-first hybrid work model Workflow

Marcel Deer

Friday, January 20, 2023

Here’s a quick rundown:
At-willPros:
Employees have more freedom
No commutes means higher satisfaction
Shows trust in staff
Widens hiring pool (geographically)
Cons:
Managing employees can get complex
Office culture becomes a challenge
Interpersonally skilled workers may struggle
Split WeekPros:
Reduces operational costs
Boosts collaboration while still providing some flexibility
Cons:
Restricting. Employees who don't feel well enough to commute or those with other obligations can lose paid time
Office-firstPros:
Employees are easier to manage
Cons:
Limits employees’ freedom
Restricts hiring pool (geographically)
To manage employee schedules and keep track of who is on-site, use POC.