No more seaside Zooms? Lithuanian employers rethink remote work
Briefly

The shift to remote work during the Covid-19 pandemic has persisted in some sectors, prompting varying responses from employers. While the Kaunas city municipality has tightened its remote work policy, requiring employees to report to the office within an hour if needed, private companies like Telesoftas maintain flexible arrangements. The trend shows a decline in hybrid work offers, with employers reassessing the value of remote work. Experts recognized that while remote work can boost efficiency, the collaborative social aspects of office work remain important.
Employees must be ready to arrive within an hour "to ensure smooth operations and consistent cooperation with departments and the public", said Jurgita Kvedaravičienė.
When people feel comfortable, productivity can actually improve. In fact, we believe working from home can boost efficiency," said Šarūnas Putrius.
Employers are becoming more cautious about offering this benefit," said Rita Karavaitienė, highlighting a noticeable shift in hybrid work models.
Read at lrt.lt
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