More and more companies end their home office regulations. However, returning to the office brings new challenges – including dismissals, loss of productivity, security risks and social tensions.
Termination waves through attendance obligation
A fifth of the German companies has now completely abolished HomeOffice. This shows a study by Bitkom. Small and medium -sized companies in particular are increasingly returning to a classic presence culture. This step is often justified with the aim of strengthening team culture, promoting exchange and thus increasing productivity. But this development is not without consequences. According to a survey by the TU Darmstadt, 25 percent of the knowledge workers surveyed see the withdrawal of home office options as a possible reason for termination. In this case, around every fifth would actively look for a new job.
Productivity remains under pressure
The hope of many companies to increase productivity through more face -to -face work is not always fulfilled. The work in the office brings advantages in personal exchange, but rigid attendance obligations can limit personal responsibility and ability to innovate. Studies show that physical closeness does not automatically lead to more efficient work processes. As National Geographic reports, performance depends heavily on the concrete working conditions and culture in the company, regardless of the place of work
IT security gaps through decentralized work
In addition to cultural questions, home office also raises technical problems. In the area of IT security in particular, many companies see increased risks. According to a survey, on behalf of the TÜV association, 73 percent of the companies surveyed state that mobile work is associated with additional dangers. Among other things, insufficiently secured networks, outdated end devices and a lack of separation of private and professional applications are mentioned.
Social isolation despite digital networking
Home office offers flexibility, but can lead to loneliness. As reports Haufe.de, around a third of the employees in the home office feel socially isolated more often. This isolation has a negative impact on psychological well -being and motivation. At the same time, return to the office and the duty to presence this problem does not necessarily solve. Even in everyday office life, social tensions and lack of recognition can affect the sense of community.
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