Work from home

Among the quarter of American employees still working at home because of the pandemic, a majority were in jobs such as computer science, legal and finance.

Before organizations require their workforce to march back to the office and pick up exactly where they were prior to the pandemic, let’s be careful we are solving the right problem.

“This isn't just an issue for women. It's an issue for families, and it's an issue for the government and economies because it drives GDP,” says Jennifer Reynolds, a former investment banker and CEO of Toronto Finance International.

Many employees who were given the option of working from home are itching to learn what comes next with return-to-work plans.

In addition to concerns over their employment status, many employees say they feel they have been taken advantage of by management and have worked harder than before the pandemic started.

Pinterest canceled a large office lease at a building to be constructed near its San Francisco headquarters, marking one of the most significant moves yet by a big tech company to scale back real estate plans amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Healthcare, absence and productivity data can be used to help determine what employees need most from their benefits.

The coronavirus pandemic, and the accompanying mass shift to doing white-collar work from home, has led to reports of real estate frenzies in scenic places.

When it comes to working from home, people’s thoughts automatically turn to Zoom. But there’s another game-changing tool that’s rapidly gaining traction in the telework arena.

The COVID-19 pandemic has boosted employee use of telehealth services, giving employers an opportunity to reduce healthcare costs while simultaneously expanding offerings.

Employees are depressed and drinking on the job during the pandemic — a workplace expert identifies healthy solutions to help them cope.

More than 60% of employees say that they are experiencing greater stress than before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to MetLife. Employers must step up their support with flexible work hours, financial planning benefits and mental health resources.

Employees expect wellness programs that add value. Due to the ripple effects of COVID-19, those programs will need to be more flexible than ever.

The number of people applying for Employer Identification Numbers has doubled in recent weeks.

After months of remote work, workers are reportedly feeling less connected and companies are struggling to prevent “work-from-home fatigue”.

While remote work has presented challenges to productivity and mental health, there are ways to improve your workspace and routines to feel more focused.

HR professionals will have to expand their abilities and understanding to factor in unique needs and mindset going forward.

Breather, a private workspace provider, offers employees a chance to take a break from their home offices, and a safer alternative to returning to work full time.

Business travel is changing in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Find out what industry leaders are doing to keep employees safe.

Some professionals have admitted to sleeping or drinking while working from home. Technology could help financial services firms ensure employee productivity doesn't slip.