Productivity of Employees within a hybrid Work Ecosystem

Abstract

Purpose of the research: The focus of this study pays critical attention on the new norm in the work environment, investigating how the workplace has change drastically and the employee behaviour has also been influenced by this so-called change. The productivity of employees within the organisation has also taken a new turn. Therefore, investigating the influence, actions and reactions of both the employees and organisations to this change has become extremely pivotal to this study. The literature review of indicated the evolving nature of the topic due to the fact that the topic is somewhat new, adapting sunders research onion explain the methodology. Methodology: This research is quantitative Mono-method and Primary data collection engaged the participation of a sample size of 50 respondents that will include managers and employees. From data collection to analysis, Saunders research onion is adopted to explain in detail, each layer of the onion as applicable the research topic. The research onion may not be perfect but contributes immensely in making holistic decision in research methodology design and details. Findings: This investigation indicated that the introduction of new productivity tools in a hybrid work environment amounted to personal development, effectiveness and growth among employee and management, with work environment being reinvented, motivation, job development and technology. Also, the post-pandemic workplace is more technological and has a very wide depts of new and updated productivity tools in line, calling for more training and of employee to attain efficiency. Implications Practical: The findings of this studies imply that the adoption of new productivity tools promotes job effectiveness of employees, promotes job retention, and build motivated and relevant workforce. Therefore, employees are able to work well under any when they are adequately equipped with the right technology. Conclusions: The study concluded that productivity tools are essential to the productivity of employees and organisational effectiveness. However new technology requires training to enhance the fluidity of employee workflow and keeps the organisation relevant.