Mobile Mentor has revealed the findings from its 2024 Endpoint Ecosystem Study, which explores the dynamics of hybrid work in high-risk and highly regulated industries.
The study finds that hybrid work has not changed in two years and hybrid is now the most popular model, especially in the US.
However, the report finds that employee attitudes and priorities have changed enormously.
The data exposed in the study underscores the need for businesses to reassess its approach to security and employee well-being.
Conducted across the US, Great Britain and Australia, the study involved 2,400 knowledge workers in healthcare, finance, government and education to understand employee attitudes and their actions related to company security and their experience and their productivity as remote workers.
According to the company, key findings highlight surprising data, one being that most employees feel more productive in an office, rather than looking from home.
Others highlight a stark reality: 52% of American employees have sought workarounds to restrictive security policies, signaling a significant disconnect between current security measures and the necessity for productivity.
Moreover, the study paints a concerning picture of technical support, with 30% of workers experiencing delays of at least a day for meaningful assistance.
This delay not only hampers efficiency but also affects employee morale, pointing towards an urgent need for improved support systems.
In an era where personal device usage for work is prevalent, with 60% of respondents using personal laptops, the study reveals a glaring gap in security preparedness.
Only 40% of those using personal devices for work have the necessary security protocols in place, exposing businesses to potential vulnerabilities.
Furthermore, the study uncovers a shift in worker priorities, with 70% of respondents valuing personal privacy over company security.
This paradigm shift necessitates a reevaluation of security strategies to align more closely with employee expectations and the realities of hybrid work, Mobile Mentor reports.
“To thrive in the new era of work, businesses must pivot towards an ecosystem that supports peak productivity, without compromising on security or employee well-being,” said Denis O’Shea, Founder and CEO of Mobile Mentor.