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In just a few short months, COVID-19 has changed the way organisations, including law firms, function. Now, people are beginning to realise that this “new normal” is here to stay, writes Seamus Johnston.
Social distancing requirements and the threat of a second infection spike nationwide mean work practices that have been in place for decades are being reviewed. Staff are slowly coming to terms with the fact that working from home (WFH) will be an ongoing part of their lives.
Now that it’s clear home and remote working will play a significant role in the months and years ahead, managers are considering the issues that need to be addressed. They need to identify what steps are required to ensure staff remain as productive at home as they were in the office.
Some of the issues that should be considered include:
At the same time, cloud-based file-sharing services, such as Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive, can be used to disseminate content securely to relevant team members.
To fast track this approach, look to deploy an enterprise mobility management (EMM) system which can manage device settings and configurations and install software updates remotely. It can also ensure device security complies with corporate policies.
Interestingly, studies have found that remote workers can be more productive than their office-bound colleagues.
By taking these steps, law firms will be much better placed to survive in a COVID-19 world. They will be agile enough to cope with whatever the future looks like and ready to take advantage of new opportunities as they arise.
COVID-19 may have brought significant changes to the world of work however those firms that adjust policies and equip staff in the right way will be able to prosper as economic activity levels pick up once more.
Seamus Johnston is a senior account executive at JAMF.