This study examined the effectiveness, practicalities, and psychological outcomes of working from home. Since the pandemic hit the world in 2020, there were a lot of changes that needed to be implemented especially in the Philippines. One of the most affected was the workforce. There were people who needed to go physically to work like the health workers and other front liners. For some government offices, they needed to continue working but because the transportation was suspended, many transformed their physical offices to virtual offices and meant that employees would need to work from home.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Methodology:
3. Results
4. Questions:
A. On what level do you feel confident in your objectives when you are working from home? (1 – Not Confident at All, 5 – Very Confident)
B. On what level are you capable of sticking to your regular office schedule while working from home?
C. Supplementary Questions
D. Are the methods and equipment at your disposal, sufficient to easily communicate and perform all aspects of your responsibilities, as you would in the office?
E. Do you have the following at home to support your work remotely?
F. Can you identify the BIGGEST/MAIN challenge you have while working from home?
G. How do you cope with the stress of working from home?
H. Do you continue to work even after required time of work? If so, what are your reasons for this?
5. Conclusion:
Objectives and Research Themes
This study aims to examine the effectiveness, practicalities, and psychological outcomes of working from home among the staff of the Philippine Eye Research Institute (PERI) during times of crisis, specifically focusing on how employees cope with the transition to remote work amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Effectiveness of remote work productivity in the Philippine setting.
- Psychological impact of work-from-home arrangements, including stress and isolation.
- Practical challenges related to equipment, connectivity, and home environments.
- Influence of socio-demographic factors on work-from-home adaptability.
- Strategies used by employees to manage work-life boundaries and stress.
Excerpt from the Book
1. Introduction
In recent years, working from home or teleworking or remote working has increased popularity especially when less time is spent on commuting (Nakrosiene, Bucuiuniene,& Gostautaite, 2019). In the Philippines, a study was conducted in 2017 showed that on average, 16 days are spent commuting every year (Dancel 2018). This review will be discussing the effectiveness , practicalities and psychological outcomes of working from home amidst natural disasters or crises. As of this writing, only one article indicated scientists as one of the affluent few who can benefit from teleworking or work from home. The said article was written on March 20, 2020 by pewresearch.org and for this reason the author would like to have additional resources that tackles the effectiveness of work from home in the Philippine setting.
There was a study conducted in 2012, where employees were allowed to work from their homes provided there is a designated room where no one is allowed to enter within the duration of office hours. The employee would need to have a computer, internet and functioning telephone to be able to do their jobs. Most of these employees are holding a higher position. (Bloom, 2012) In the same study, Bloom’s team continued to observe the group that is telecommuting and in a span of nine months and they observed a 13% increase in the productivity of those people working from home. The attrition rate was lowered and the job satisfaction increased. This is why they concluded that the work from home program is effective in terms of business.
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: Provides the background of the study, highlighting the global shift to remote work during the pandemic and defining the research scope within the Philippine Eye Research Institute.
2. Methodology: Describes the survey-based research design using Google Forms to collect data from PERI staff regarding their demographics and remote work experiences.
3. Results: Presents the socio-demographic profile of the 18 respondents and the detailed findings regarding their confidence, scheduling, and resources for remote work.
4. Questions: Analyzes specific survey responses concerning workplace support, mental health, technical challenges, and coping mechanisms used during lockdown.
5. Conclusion: Summarizes the study's findings, indicating that PERI staff generally cope with remote work at a neutral level, balancing both positive and negative psychological outcomes.
Keywords
Working from home, teleworking, remote work, Philippine Eye Research Institute, COVID-19, productivity, psychological outcomes, stress, isolation, workforce, pandemic, job satisfaction, digital infrastructure, work-life balance, crisis management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
The research focuses on evaluating the effectiveness, practicalities, and psychological consequences of the transition to working from home for the staff at the Philippine Eye Research Institute during the COVID-19 pandemic.
What are the primary themes explored?
The study covers employee productivity, the impact on mental health (such as stress and feelings of isolation), the availability of necessary technical resources, and how staff manage work-life boundaries.
What is the main objective of the study?
The objective is to provide a reference for the institute on how its staff copes with remote work, identifying the barriers and challenges that impact their ability to perform effectively from home.
Which research methodology was utilized?
The author employed a quantitative research approach, using an online questionnaire (Google Forms) to survey 18 staff members regarding their demographics and experiences with remote work.
What does the main body of the document cover?
The main body presents the socio-demographic profile of respondents, detailed survey results regarding their ability to work remotely, technical hurdles, coping strategies for stress, and reasons for working beyond regular office hours.
How can this study be characterized?
It is a localized study characterizing the nexus between crisis-induced remote work, mental well-being, and institutional support in the Philippine scientific research sector.
What were the most significant technical challenges reported by staff?
Technical issues, such as unreliable internet connectivity, were identified as the biggest challenge by 44% of the respondents, followed by household chores and a noisy environment.
How does the civil status of employees relate to their work experience?
The study suggests that civil status influences effectiveness, as factors like caring for children or dependents can interfere with productivity when working from home, consistent with previous studies by Bloom.
What does the research suggest about work-life balance?
It reveals that almost all staff continue to work beyond official hours, often due to rushed deadlines, a need for corrections, or a lack of respect for time boundaries by colleagues.
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- Maria Clarisa Pascual (Autor), 2020, Working From Home. A Consideration Of The Effectiveness, Practicalities And Psychological Outcomes, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1059624
