There’s no question that work-from-home has gained a lot of popularity, especially among the younger generation of workers. But from one CEO to another, Bryan maintains that a work-in-office setup remains preferable. And this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook” delves into the reasons why.

Enhanced collaboration 

Face-to-face interaction fosters effective collaboration and builds strong team dynamics. After all, personal connections built within an in-office team are founded on hours spent together, jokes shared by the water cooler, and shared experiences within the office. They often surpass relationships developed within remote teams, which get to interact via video calls and only during meetings. 

Employees in an in-office team are more open and comfortable in sharing ideas with one another, with feedback coming faster and in a more fun and effective manner. 

Real-time communication efficiency

Direct, in-person communication offers unparalleled efficiency and immediacy. Urgent needs can be addressed promptly in an office setting, without the delays experienced with remote communication. No accidental muting of mics, slow internet lag, and distracting background noise during meetings. 

In turn, immediate responses lead to higher productivity and effective problem-solving within the team.

Supervision and performance monitoring

In-office supervision ensures accountability and quality of work. While online tools for remote monitoring exist, employees can find ways to bypass them, leading to trust issues and reduced efficiency. In an office setting, employees can work, brainstorm, and take necessary breaks while being monitored for productivity by HR, not just software. 

In-office presence also allows for timely coaching, feedback, and a better understanding of employees’ soft skills, such as leadership and empathy. Evaluating remote employees fairly is challenging without observing their work in action.

Nurturing company culture and engagement

Physical presence is crucial for fostering company culture, with many remote employees feeling disconnected due to distance and absence during fun office events.

A culture should be experienced, not just read about. At Tahche, our company culture thrives onsite, with multiple engagement and team building activities. Battle of the Bands, Trashion Extravaganza, and entrepreneurship expos are just a few. These activities encourage employees to bond beyond office tasks and look forward to shared experiences.

Security and confidentiality measures

In-office work minimizes security risks for sensitive information. Office settings allow control over computers and IP addresses. Access to questionable websites can easily be blocked. Moreover, there won’t be unauthorized persons walking behind employees’ backs, seeing sensitive information, as employees browse through work documents. 

WIO Offshore workers at Tahche

For those wondering whether work-in-office offshore employees are a viable option, the answer is a resounding “YES!” 

When you hire an offshore team with Tahche, you can avail of our offices located in Cebu City and Pasig City, Philippines. Not only that but within Tahche’s offices are support teams that will ensure your offshore team is working at their best at all times. HR personnel, accountants, a company nurse, and facility and maintenance workers are always available. 

Watch the full video to learn more personal experiences and applications of the points discussed in this article. 

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