The pandemic has significantly transformed the ways companies operate. Among these changes, the diversification of work models—including remote work, satellite office work, hybrid work that blends remote and in office attendance, and traditional office commuting—stands out as one of the most notable shifts.

This expansion of work models will undoubtedly remain essential in the future. This article examines the latest trends in work models and explores HR SaaS solutions that help manage diverse work arrangements effectively on the ground.

Corporate work environments are constantly evolving, not only due to significant events like the pandemic, which have led to rapid changes, but also because of various internal and external factors, such as accelerated digital transformation and the influence of the Gen Z.

According to a survey conducted by the Korea Employers Federation in November 2023 regarding remote work among the top 50 revenue-generating companies, 58.1% of these companies were implementing remote work, while 41.9% were not.

While the overall proportion of remote work has decreased compared to the pandemic period, more than half of companies still implement various types of remote work arrangements. These include selectively allowing employees based on need or individual requests (61.9%), rotational shifts (19%), and department-led flexible management (19%).

Among IT companies, hybrid work models that combine remote work with office attendance are increasingly popular as a solution to the conflicts between working from home and coming into the office. Large corporations like Samsung Electronics, SK Telecom, and Hyundai Motor are actively supporting this approach by establishing satellite offices in various locations, allowing employees to work both at headquarters and at these regional offices.

According to a 2022 Job Korea survey on preferred work models, 67.3% of respondents preferred the hybrid model, which combines remote work and office attendance. Additionally, more employees are prioritizing companies that offer flexible work environments when choosing a job, underscoring the necessity for companies to provide diverse work models to attract new talent.

So, how do employees feel about diverse work models? According to a 2022 Job Korea survey on preferred work models, 67.3% of respondents preferred the hybrid model, which combines remote work and office attendance. Additionally, more employees are prioritizing companies that offer flexible work environments when choosing a job, underscoring the necessity for companies to provide diverse work models to attract new talent.

So, how should HR manage these diverse work models?

Tools supporting team communication and productivity, such as video conferencing, collaboration platforms, and communication tools, have seamlessly integrated into daily work. Regardless of whether employees are in the office, working from home, or at a satellite office, it is crucial to digitize the workspace to maintain productivity across different physical environments.

Therefore, before adopting diverse work models, HR professionals must assess whether their digital workspace infrastructure supports smooth operations and addresses any issues that may arise from these work arrangements.

Managing employees working under various models is another critical challenge for HR professionals. Traditional attendance management cannot effectively accommodate these changes.

Thus, implementing a flexible HR management system that can efficiently support various work environments has become essential.

Shiftee solves all HR-related challenges. Its primary strength lies in its flexibility, allowing companies to manage various work models, such as remote, hybrid, and satellite office work, with ease.

• A SaaS-based, comprehensive workforce management solution that requires no additional installation
• A universal software solution applicable across all industries, regardless of company size
• Real-time adaptation to evolving labor laws and work models
• Features for scheduling and sharing work shifts, recording attendance, managing breaks, leave, request-approval workflows for attendance-related tasks, payroll processing, and electronic contracts/signatures
• Real-time updates of attendance statistics to improve HR efficiency
• Support large-scale workforce operations by accommodating complex organizational structures

Katie George, Global Chief People Officer at McKinsey & Company, stated in an interview with Maeil Economic Daily that remote and hybrid work models present an opportunity to achieve higher performance with the same investment.

Create a flexible work environment that satisfies both the company and employees. Start with implementing an integrated workforce management solution.

Enhancing Efficiency from Attendance to Workforce Management, Shiftee