EMPLOYERS' PERSPECTIVE:
ADVOCATING FOR HYBRID
WORKING APPROACH
A DATA-DRIVEN MODELS TO
THE BENEFITS OF HYBRID
GROUP 1:
WORK
AASHNA 23MBA001
ALISHAA 23MBA032
ANJALI 23MBA019
ANUJ 23MBA020
AVIMUKT 23MBA002
DIVYANSH
23MBA003
INTRODUCTIO
N
• Hybrid working, which combines remote and in-office work, has
emerged as a compelling model for modern organizations.
• This approach offers numerous advantages, including increased
productivity, cost savings, access to a broader talent pool,
enhanced employee satisfaction, and environmental benefits.
• These benefits are supported by empirical data and observed
across various industries.
1. INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY AND
PERFORMANCE
Argument: Hybrid working can lead to higher employee productivity by
reducing office distractions, allowing for flexible schedules that align with
individual peak performance times and improved focus.
Supporting Data:
• Stanford University Study: A study led by Stanford Professor and
Economist Nicholas Bloom found that remote workers were 13% more
productive than their in-office counterparts.
• Owl Labs (2021): 90% of employees report equal or higher
productivity when working remotely.
Representative Industries:
• Technology: Software development and data analytics roles often require deep focus, which can be enhanced in
a remote setting.
• Financial Services: Tasks such as insurance claims processing benefit from uninterrupted work periods.
• Consulting & Professional Services: Strategic planning and auditing can be efficiently conducted in hybrid
models.
2. COST SAVINGS FOR
EMPLOYERS
Argument: Adopting hybrid working arrangements can lead to significant reductions in overhead costs,
including expenses related to office space, utilities, and on-site amenities (such as parking, computer
equipment, furniture, office supplies, lighting, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.)
Supporting Data:
• Global Workplace Analytics: Estimates suggest that employers can
save an average of $11,000 per half-time remote employee per year due
to reduced real estate costs and increased productivity.
• PwC (2021): 56% of executives plan to optimize office space due to
cost efficiencies.
Representative Industries:
• Marketing & Advertising: Creative agencies can operate
flexibly, reducing the need for large office spaces.
• Customer Service: Distributed call centers allow for remote
support teams, minimizing facility costs.
• Media & Publishing: Digital newsrooms and editorial teams can
function effectively without centralized offices.
3. EXPANDED TALENT POOL AND WORKFORCE
DIVERSITY
Argument: Hybrid working enables companies to recruit talent beyond geographical limitations, fostering a more
diverse and broader skilled workforce.
Supporting Data:
• LinkedIn’s Future of Recruiting Report (2021): 70% of talent professionals
believe that offering remote or hybrid roles expands access to quality candidates.
• Buffer (2022): 97% of remote workers would recommend remote work.
Representative Industries:
• IT & Software Development: Global teams can collaborate on software projects
without the need for relocation.
• Healthcare Administration: Roles like medical billing and telehealth
administration can be performed remotely, attracting a diverse workforce.
• E-commerce & Retail: Positions in online merchandising and digital marketing
are not confined by location.
4. ENHANCED EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION AND
RETENTION
Argument: Offering hybrid work arrangements can improve job satisfaction by providing
better work-life balance, reducing commute stress, allowing flexible scheduling and
opportunity to relocate to another city or state for potential job opportunities and or lower
cost of living which in turn enhances employee retention.
Supporting Data:
• FlexJobs Survey (2022): 58% of workers stated they would “absolutely” look for
a new job if their employer stopped offering remote or hybrid options.
• Gallup: Flexible work reduces absenteeism by 41% and turnover by 25%.
Representative Industries:
• Education & Training: Online course developers and e-learning coordinators can
work remotely, leading to higher job satisfaction.
• HR & Recruitment: Virtual recruiting and onboarding processes offer flexibility to
HR professionals.
• Nonprofit Organizations: Distributed teams can manage global projects
effectively, increasing employee engagement.
5. ENVIRONMENTAL AND CSR BENEFITS
Argument: Hybrid work models contribute to environmental sustainability by reducing commuting (reduce traffic
congestion and air pollution, with fewer cars on the roads) and lowering office resource consumption, aligning with
corporate social responsibility goals.
Supporting Data:
• US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Telework programs can reduce
greenhouse gas emissions by cutting down on daily commutes, with significant
decreases in carbon output if even a fraction of employees work remotely.
• Global Workplace Analytics: Hybrid work could cut US carbon emissions by 54
million tons annually.
Representative Industries:
• Professional Services: Law and accounting firms can decrease their
carbon footprint with reduced commuting.
• Energy & Utilities: Remote project management and monitoring systems
contribute to sustainability efforts.
• Telecommunications: Supporting remote operations showcases leadership
in sustainability.
CONCLUSIO
N
• Balances flexibility & efficiency while reducing costs.
• Expands talent access and boosts employee satisfaction.
• Remote work stability proves hybrid viability.
• Strategic advantages include higher productivity &
sustainability.
• Successful industries showcase long-term growth
potential.
Organizations should embrace hybrid work to drive long-term
success.
