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Insurtech WFH benefits
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environment , or get back to work full time . However , 2022 will be an interesting testing ground as the mandated work-from-home directive becomes a preferential one for the insurtech space .
Hodges says , “ Whilst it ' s been possible to continue working in a remote and latterly hybrid model at Urban Jungle , we plan to get the team back in the office as soon and as safely as we can . We know that people can work efficiently and effectively in different places , and have always had a ‘ grown-up ’ approach to flexible working .”
She adds , “ We look for impact and outcomes and think that we work best as a company in office due to ; it helps everyone learn fast , decisions can be made quickly , it helps us be transparent in our decision making and last of all we ’ re all sociable and we have fun together while doing it .”

Insurtech WFH benefits

“ For the companies in the insurance sector that have invested in and embraced these tools , they have future-proofed their business and made sure that they are ready to welcome the workplace of tomorrow . Their hard work over the last two years will not be undone and could improve their competitive edge .”
A matter of preference ? Ultimately , the decision comes down to cultural preference as individual companies take the plunge into a new and hybrid work
Broader spectrum of recruitment : While onboarding has its challenges , the opportunities to employ people remotely from globe wide locations provides companies with better hiring capabilities .
Better productivity : Most studies carried out have shown that employee productivity levels increased when they worked remotely , and that the WFH environment did not impact business success or growth .
Happier staff : Employees that are more content have a longer shelf life with a company , learning and growing with it . Flexibility in terms of working locations has been universally accepted as a positive move in the business world .
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