In 2025, many people will still work remotely or part-time, and more companies will provide hybrid work arrangements.
According to McCrindle*, 45% of Aussie workers are working in a “hybrid” working arrangement, meaning they split their working hours between the office and remote locations.
They also uncovered the following data on hybrid workers:
- Gen Y are the most likely generation to work remotely with over two in five Gen Y working in a hybrid role.
- More than half of all hybrid workers are educated to at least bachelor’s degree level.
- Two thirds of hybrid workers are located in capital cities.
According to PWC, 96% of Australian knowledge-based workers work in hybrid or fully remote environments
In Australia, the ABS** statistics include:
- Fifty-three percent of Australian employees work remotely at least part-time.
- Fourteen percent of Australian employees work exclusively from home.
- Sixty-nine percent of employers provide hybrid work arrangements.
- The technology and finance sectors lead in remote work adoption.
General trends being seen globally include.
- More than 70% of companies plan to allow remote work.
- Most professionals are now working in a hybrid setup, usually going to the office three days a week.
- Sixty percent of U.S. employees with jobs that can be performed remotely prefer a hybrid work model to being fully remote or entirely on-site.
Employer strategies for 2025 include adopting new systems and addressing staff preferences, such as:
- Investing in tools and platforms that enhance digital engagement opportunities
- Offering WFH budgets to support employees
- Enhancing communication channels, feedback loops, and virtual networking
- Retraining managers to manage workloads more effectively and identify burnout in remote teams.
ERP systems, such as MYOB Acumatica, have evolved to facilitate remote access and home working through several key features:
- Cloud-Based Platform: Acumatica is a cloud-based ERP system that enables users to access it from anywhere with an internet connection. This flexibility facilitates remote work and ensures employees remain connected to the system regardless of their location.
- Mobile Access: Acumatica provides mobile applications for both iOS and Android devices. This capability allows users to perform tasks, access data, and remain updated on business operations while on the go.
- Real-Time Data: The platform provides real-time data access, ensuring that remote employees have the most up-to-date information to make informed decisions. This feature is crucial for maintaining productivity and collaboration among team members working from different locations.
- Collaboration Tools: Acumatica features integrated collaboration tools that improve communication and teamwork among remote employees. These tools allow teams to stay connected and work together effectively, even when they are not in the same physical location.
- Security Features: MYOB Acumatica includes strong security measures to ensure secure remote access, such as data encryption and user authentication. These features protect sensitive business information and provide peace of mind for companies with remote workers.
MYOB Acumatica’s cloud-based infrastructure and comprehensive features make it a strong solution for supporting remote access and working from home.
At Acacia, we are an MYOB Acumatica Partner with 35 years of industry expertise across manufacturing, field service, wholesale distribution, and not-for-profit sectors.
MYOB Acumatica (formerly MYOB Advanced) is a comprehensive Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution designed to help businesses of all sizes streamline their operations and drive growth.
Whether you’re running a Manufacturing, Distribution, Field Services or a Not for Profit organisation, MYOB Acumatica offers the capabilities you need to manage your entire business from one centralised platform.
By working closely with enterprises and large businesses across various industries, we help simplify complex processes, reduce inefficiencies and create a foundation for future success.
If you want to learn more about MYOB Acumatica and cloud-based ERP systems, contact us.
Reference:
*McCrindle: https://mccrindle.com.au/
** ABS https://www.abs.gov.au/
