Volume 1, Issue 1 (Jan-Mar, 2025)

Impact of Remote Work on Organizational Productivity and Employee Satisfaction: A Post-Pandemic Perspective

International Journal of Economics and Management Intellectuals

Author

Dr. Niranjan M H
Associate Professor, Davangere University Shivagangotri,
Karnataka, India.

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Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic acted as a global experiment, pushing organizations to embrace remote work at an unprecedented scale. What began as a health necessity has now transformed into a long-term shift in how work is perceived and executed. This study explores the dual impact of remote work on organizational productivity and employee satisfaction in a post-pandemic world. Drawing from empirical research, case studies, and personal reflections, the paper highlights the evolving dynamics of workplace culture, managerial practices, technological dependence, and employee well-being. It concludes that while remote work has brought flexibility and autonomy to employees, it also presents challenges in collaboration, communication, and organizational alignment. Success lies in finding a hybrid balance that merges the best of both worlds.

Keywords

Remote Work Employee Satisfaction Organizational Productivity Hybrid Work Post-Pandemic Workplace Work-Life Balance

How to Cite This Article

APA Citation

Niranjan, M. H. (2025). Impact of Remote Work on Organizational Productivity and Employee Satisfaction: A Post-Pandemic Perspective. International Journal of Economics and Management Intellectuals, 1(1), 10-14.

Conclusion

The pandemic didn’t just change where we work — it changed why we work and how we feel about it. Remote work has reshaped organizational productivity and employee satisfaction in ways that are still unfolding.

Ultimately, the goal isn’t to return to normal, but to create a better normal where work supports life, where employees feel seen beyond screens, and where productivity and humanity coexist.

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