This report by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) assesses research and evidence surrounding the impact of working from home. The Covid-19 pandemic and lockdowns have meant that working from home has become a standard practise and most people now say they would like to continue to work from home if possible.
Themes covered in the report include productivity levels when working from home, suffering team relationships, distractions and concentration, creativity and innovation and social isolation. Considerations for employers such as lack of childcare and planning are recommended in this report, alongside recommendations surrounding voluntary and partial homeworking. This research is vital in understanding the impact of working from home through its advantages and potential challenges- something that could become more common practise post Covid-19.