Tools you need to make remote working a success
The pandemic has brought us a lot of misery. Despite all the bad things, it also opened a door to hybrid working. Although our colleagues are glad that it is possible to come to the office again, they also appreciate the possibility to work from home from time to time. However, having colleagues working from home or in a different country can be challenging. Think poor internet connection, files that are nowhere to be found, or not being able to share your screen. Permanently integrating hybrid working requires attention and is an ongoing process. To give all colleagues the best work experience, regardless of the location they’re working from, we tested several tools, apps, and software. We combined those, together with tools we did not specifically test but know to be great in general, in one list.?
Do: use these tools for internal communication
Stay in touch with your colleagues easily, even after meetings. Organize your teams into channels, and groups, or chat 1 on 1.
Do: use these tools to manage tasks
Having an overview of all your to-do's has never been easier with these platforms. Work quickly, effectively, and in an organized way.
Do: use these software programs for video conferencing
Of course, these are the not-to-be-missed software programs on this list. Connect with your colleagues in the office while keeping those sweatpants on ??
Do: use these platforms for interactive presentations
Maintaining focus during online meetings is difficult. Presentations can take a long time, there are plenty of distractions around you and you may feel a distance between you and your physically present colleagues. These presentation platforms help you keep meetings interactive. This way, the distance between you and your colleagues will start to feel smaller instantly.
Do: use these feedback tools
The times of feedback sessions with sticky notes or suggestion boxes are over. With these platforms, all employees can give their feedback and respond to the feedback of others as well. There are also options to preserve anonymity. This way you ensure that everyone feels the freedom to say what they want.
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Do: use these services for cloud storage
Make sure your company documents are well organized. All your colleagues can find the files they need, regardless of distance, in these clouds (but only when you make sure the right folders are used for organizing).
Do: use these tools for knowledge sharing
Standing at someone's desk to quickly explain something is not always possible in a hybrid work environment. There are a number of programs that make this quick and easy, even remotely.
Do: use these tools for interactive designing
Holding a drawing on paper in front of your camera is so 2019. There are multiple platforms where you can draw, design, and much more. Collaborate in one file or share your screen, with these platforms the possibilities are endless.
Do: use these tools for hour registration
These programs are obviously not only relevant for hybrid work. Nevertheless, I wanted to mention them because they definitely belong in this row.
Do: keep your environment safe with these password managers
‘Password123’ will not suffice in this data-driven world we work in. Strong passwords are difficult to remember and should not be used multiple times to maintain security. Password managers are the solution, no need to risk getting hacked because you e-mailed a password to your colleague working remotely.
Another small tip to conclude
Big players like Google and Microsoft have their own programs for most categories. Do you choose one of their programs? Then I recommend that you also choose their other programs. That way switching between programs is quick and easy!
Which programs will you implement?