Editor’s Note

The COVID-19 situation has resulted in many changes to workplaces globally. We are currently involved in a great experiment where a major segment of the workforce has suddenly shifted to remote work. Could remote working be the future of work?

With commuting time and costs saved, private office and flexible working hours, working from home has been a blessing for many. However, it comes with its own share of challenges as well. Are organizations successful in keeping their remote employees happy and productive? How efficiently can leaders manage a remote team? To know that and more, read this issue of Talent Management Excellence.

The global pandemic has initiated unprecedented changes in the history of humanity: digital transformation as billions of people transition to remote work. What are the new requirements related to the transition to remote work? Read David Yang’s article, 9 Tips To Manage Remote Teams, for some informative insights.

For so long there was a “war for talent”, but will it be the opposite post Covid-19, with great talent fighting for fewer positions? Read Craig Brown’s article, Is The War For Talent Over? to know why the shifting talent equation will not be one size fits all in Canada 

At the end of the day, what people want most is to be happy! So the question is: how can organizations keep employee morale high, while most or all of their employees are working remotely? Read Nick Chen’s article, WFH Is The New Normal, to know how companies are promoting happiness in the remote workplace.

Worldwide, businesses of all shapes and sizes are facing unprecedented challenges in the wake of COVID-19. But building successful remote global teams requires a disciplined approach that focuses on a number of key areas that can make the difference between success and failure, says Nicole Sahin in her article, The Future Of Remote Global Teams.

Apart from these articles, we also have a few other informative articles and interviews that focus on remote work in today’s world. We hope you enjoy reading all articles and look forward to receiving your feedback.

Stay Safe!