SENDING emojis to the boss, working from bed and even replying to emails on the LOO are absolutely fine, office workers say.
A new poll of 1,000 UK employees has revealed the changes we’ve made to our working lives since the pandemic began.
And most say they think it’s ok to work anywhere – including in cafes, on public transport and even tucked up under the duvet.
Working in pyjamas at home is fine, as is ordering a takeaway to the office, and listening to music wherever, those polled say.
And more than six in 10 – 61 per cent – believed they’re more efficient out of the office, the survey commissioned by Samsung for Business reveals.
In addition, more than half say flexibility over where they can work has improved relationships with loved ones.
Joe Walsh, head of business technology at Samsung, said: “Businesses of all shapes and sizes fought for survival over the past 18 months when forced to work remotely, with both employers and employees witnessing a radical shift to a mobile workforce.
“There’s no doubt that technology lies at the heart of this transformation.
“While mobile tools and tech may have been used experimentally during the pandemic, the possibilities are very real now – with many opting for this hybrid style moving forward, having seen the benefits.”
The study also found working from home has now become the norm for many and is considered manageable due to the use of technology.
Almost two-thirds said tech has helped them feel connected to their colleagues – regardless of where they work.
Some 65 per cent wouldn’t apply for a new job unless the employer offered mobile devices such as laptops or work phones to support work on the move.
Just under a fifth revealed they’d consider extending a holiday and work from that location.
The findings emerged after 67 per cent of those surveyed by OnePoll said the traditional nine to five working day is over.
This isn’t the only change – almost half feel the work dress code has relaxed ‘significantly.’
And 38 per cent said the way they communicate with colleagues and clients have also changed substantially.
