Trends Report

Work From Home Is Simply Step One: Employee Relationship Management For COVID-19

Employers Will Need More Than Work-From-Home Policies To Help Workers Adapt

March 26th, 2020
J. P. Gownder, Vice President, Principal Analyst
J. P. Gownder Vice President, Principal Analyst
With contributors:
Keith Johnston , James McQuivey, PhD , Sharyn Leaver , Stephanie Balaouras , Alex Sobchuk , Rachel Birrell

Summary

COVID-19 is a human tragedy: Lost lives, psychological suffering, and severe economic disruption are now inevitable outcomes. Those trying to continue with business operations need a thoughtful approach to guide their employees through these historic challenges. The current mantra of "work from home" has its limits, as nearly half of US employees can't and those who can face other obstacles that you must take specific actions to address. Read this report to understand the short- and long-term impact of COVID-19 on where and how we work.

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