Many remote workers dogged by regular connectivity issues

Remote working certainly has its benefits, but frequent technology troubles mean it’s not always smooth sailing. According to a new report from telecoms and IP engineering firm Spitfire Network Services, more than a quarter of remote workers have regular connectivity issues, which is hampering their productivity. The report states that just four percent of the UK remote workforce has a …

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Remote staff are working a huge amount of overtime

When lockdowns were first introduced and people started to work remotely, many were surprised at the level of productivity achieved. As time passes, however, it appears remote working is taking an increasingly negative toll: employees are less productive, more stressed and employers are doing little to help. This is according to a new report from Wright Hassall, which found that …

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Empowering dispersed workforces – why secure remote access has never been more important

Over the past several years, we have seen many organizations focus on the race towards digital transformation. However, up until now, the move towards digital and cloud-based services has been seen as a journey. There is no denying the events of 2020 have acted as a watershed moment and kicked many organizations into overdrive. As we head into next year, …

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Many UK office workers would accept a pay-cut for remote working

Most UK workers would be happy to take a significant pay cut if it meant working remotely on a permanent basis. This is according to a new report from Citrix, based on a poll of 1,000 office workers in the country. The report states that three quarters would accept (or have already accepted) a pay cut to keep the perk, …

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How to prevent the security risks of a remote workforce

The outbreak of Covid-19 has completely shifted how companies operate. Organizations have had to quickly adapt and implement new work-from-home policies to keep their employees safe and productive. While remote working comes with flexibility and better work-life balance, it also poses several IT security challenges. With a significant number of employees in the UK working from home, it makes company …

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Gamers ROC: Recruiting gamers for remote operation centers

Good hand-eye coordination, quick reflexes, strategizing, teamwork and problem-solving are all key to the modern gamer and form a skill set that would be valuable to roles in tech, manufacturing and engineering. The next generation of games consoles hit the shelves last month, once again giving millions of gamers the choice between the latest PlayStation and Xbox. With the rise …

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Why the future of remote learning depends on fixed wireless broadband

The same study revealed that an additional 60,000 students stated they do not have home internet access whatsoever, meaning a large proportion of students are completely unable to learn online. Businesses and schools around the world could never have forecast the extreme events of 2020. Covid-19 has had an enormous impact on every sector, but the public sector has been …

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Security issues forcing firms to reassess long-term viability of remote working

Poor cybersecurity habits among employees have raised questions about the future of remote working. A new report from CyberArk argues that businesses could be forced to “reconsider the long-term viability” of working from home, mostly because people are failing to comply with company security policies. The report explains that remote workers are guilty of all manner of security-related infractions, from …

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Print security is the remote working cyber risk very few saw coming

Printers could become the next frontier in cyber warfare, as hackers move to leverage unsecured networks and home printers. This is according to a new report from Quocirca, which argues that securing printers, both in the office and at home, needs to become a strategic priority for businesses next year. IT decision makers are aware of the security risks that …

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Remote working has pushed SMB employees to the brink of burnout

Remote working may have provided a means of keeping businesses afloat during the pandemic, but it is also taking its toll on the mental health of employees. This is according to a new report from 8×8, which argues that remote workers have been pushed to brink of burnout by Covid-19. Polling more than 1,000 small and medium-sized business employees for …

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