The industrial revolution was an important phase in mankind’s history. Organizations in manufacturing and services industries started walking toward efficiency and implemented methods that would streamline their processes.
As part of this efficiency, organizations wanted their human labor to perform at its upmost potential. There was no room for delay, no room for human error and no room for human emotions. For a good century or two, these efficient methods persisted, draining humans of their unique attributes and pitting them up against efficient machines.
A lot has changed now, since HR departments and organizations in general realize the emotional and mental needs of humans. Humans can no more be expected to give efficient output for extended periods.
In this article we look at some of the trends that have changed the approach HR adopt towards typical job functions. These trends will help you understand just how organizations have caught up with the changing world.
Companies Are Social
Not too long ago, organizations blocked almost all sites on the internet and doctored the usage pattern that employees followed online. Social media sites were blocked, sports sites were blocked and employees were given the clear message of using the work internet for job related work.
However, HR departments have developed a more relaxed attitude toward this matter now. According to stats from last year, only 30 percent of all organizations have blocked access to social media sites and other platforms online. Even fewer organizations keep a check on the communication employees maintain and who they’re mailing and what they’re viewing.
Customized Benefits
Since benefits are primarily meant for the satisfaction and motivation of employees, employers have taken a step back and have handed over the choice to employees. What’s the use of these benefits when they aren’t customized to the fondness of your employees?
Since organizations spend a significant amount on employee benefits, they want the benefits to achieve their primary function of developing job satisfaction. This can only happen when a customized benefits plan is offered to all your workers.
Work Goes Beyond Office
No employer would have been okay with remote work back in the day. Firstly, it would have been impossible to manage due to tech limitations and secondly, the entire process would require extreme monitoring. Now, with tech advancements and other features available to employers, work can easily go beyond your office boundaries. HR personnel are more accepting of flexible timings and remote work now than they have ever been.
We at JS Benefits Group have worked with numerous clients to discuss the most recent trends in HR departments across the globe. You can get in touch with JS Benefits Group immediately to discuss and devise a more contemporary HR policy.
