The COVID-19 pandemic has seen many of us transition to working from home, and in doing so has created the opportunity for many of us to continue working remotely. For that to be possible into the future, though, a robust work from home policy should be high up on all of our agendas.
So what should a good work from home policy include to ensure everyone has equal opportunities, good support and knows what to expect?
As with any policy, it should clearly define expectations and responsibilities, who is eligible, a request and approval process and some basic guidelines to ensure good productivity and low risk.
It should also look at issues like security, personal wellbeing, and anything else that you and your organisation can think of that can cover off on all of the bases that can help everyone get the best result.
Critically, a good work from home policy should also be co-designed across an organisation, including input from leaders and staff at all levels.