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Managing a remote workforce requires a structured and planned approach, adapting many of the current management principles so they work at a distance, across many disciplines from, service engineers and consultants to sales teams and tele-workers. Increasingly staff are working away from the conventional office. Whether they are working at home, on the road, with clients/business partner organisations or simply working across multiple organisational locations, this poses new challenges for managers and new risks for organisations.

This workshop will examine the options available, benefits to be achieved, and the pitfalls to be aware of, in deciding on the right approach to achieve a highly effective, successful and productive remote workforce.

Benefits to you and your organisation

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

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Explain the concept of remote working.Explain how remote working can maximise organisational, team and individual effectiveness.Identify the issues, challenges and risks to be aware of.Discuss the impact of changes in working environment and practice on people.Outline best practice to effectively manage remote working.

Learning methods

This is a highly participative and practical workshop, using a variety of learning and training methods. Through discussion and working in small groups, participants will learn how to effectively manage a remote workforce.

Who should participate

Managers with responsibility for managing remote teams. It will also be valuable for executives and senior managers who are responsible for maximising business effectiveness and HR professionals responsible for advising and supporting both managers and their remote teams.

COURSE CONTENT:

  Working towards the future
  • What do we mean by remote working?
  • the range of remote working options
  • examining the drivers for change

  How can organisations benefit?
  • When does remote working work?
  • maximising organisational effectiveness
  • making effective use of the technology

  The implications for the team
  • sorting out the communication channels
  • developing team dynamics
  • supporting people
  • managing by results

  What’s in it for the individual?
  • Improving the work-life balance
  • Managing the home-work divide

  Understanding the risks and challenges
  • The need for a common vision
  • Exploring the impact on organisational culture

  Implementing for success
  • Planning the introduction
  • Facilitating behavioural change
  • Monitoring and evaluating

DURATION

The course is normally run over one day, but it can be tailored to suit the specific needs of a company.

DELEGATE NUMBERS

Maximum 12 people

BOOK THIS COURSE

For more information or if you would like to book this course please contact us using the following methods:

Phone: 01455 823852
Email: ljudge@theconnection.fsbusiness.co.uk
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