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Returning to Work: Pros & Cons of a Physical Workplace During COVID-19

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In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, it is estimated that about 300 million employees worldwide have made a sudden shift toward remote work in the past few months. Our “new normal” has proven how quickly the workforce can adapt under unexpected circumstances and continue to operate, even from makeshift home offices.

However, as lockdown restrictions begin to loosen and organizations start to develop return-to-work plans, the question remains: are physical workplaces still necessary? Employers are currently faced with this question as they evaluate whether or not to wait to reopen their workplaces.

When planning for their staff’s return to work, organizations should consider the advantages and disadvantages associated with having a physical workplace during this unprecedented time.

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Developing an Effective COVID-19 Return-to-Work Plan

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With talks of quarantine restrictions slowly beginning to lift in certain regions, businesses can rejoice that they will be able to open their doors again soon.

However, companies must, first and foremost, evaluate the current government orders and the restrictions of their region to determine whether they can legally reopen their workplace. Before resuming regular business operations, it is also critical that companies develop a comprehensive return-to-work plan that acknowledges and eases the uncertainty and anxiety surrounding COVID-19.

Here are some key factors to take into consideration when planning an effective return-to-work plan.

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Mobilizing for COVID-19: Reskilling a Workforce

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Despite a deluge of negative news surrounding COVID-19, there are a number of positive stories emerging about companies redirecting their workforce towards helping out. According to a recent press release, almost 5,000 different companies have reached out to the Canadian Federal Government, looking to help produce protective equipment for the fight against COVID-19.

Reskilling can be a matter of moving people from one role into another, instead of costly layoffs and retraining once business returns to normal. There is an opportunity for businesses to leverage their current workforce for real social good, but the right structures need to be in place for that to happen. It requires a robust HR response, and we have some tips to get you started.

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