The IT industry has been at the forefront of remote work adoption, but is full remote the future, or does hybrid work offer the best of both worlds? To find out, we recently ran a poll asking a simple but highly debated question:Ā Should IT be a completely remote job?
The poll results are in - but it didn’t come as a surprise!
The results were clear:Ā 66% of respondents voted YESĀ in favour of fully remote IT work. Interestingly, the remaining 34% supported hybrid work, whileĀ in-office work received zero votes. These numbers reflect a growing industry trend - IT professionals overwhelmingly favour the flexibility of remote work, but some still see value in an occasional office presence.
Why IT professionals prefer remote work
So, why does remote work dominate the discussion in IT? Here are some key reasons that might be the biggest factors:
šĀ Global talent access
Remote work removes geographical barriers, allowing companies to hire the best talent regardless of location. IT professionals also enjoy more job opportunities without the need to relocate. Nonetheless, for most companies, working in the same timezone (+/-1 hour) is still very important. This access to global talent also contributed to the prosperity and growth of IT in several Asian regions, such as India!
š”Ā Better work-life balance
For many, remote work means skipping long commutes and enjoying a more balanced lifestyle. Flexibility allows IT professionals to structure their day around their most productive hours.
š°Ā Cost savings
Both companies and employees benefit financially from remote setups. Businesses save on office expenses, while employees reduce commuting and living costs, especially in high-rent cities. However, most companies still have offices or rent co-working offices, to provide the employees with a quiet workplace for more focused work.
The case for hybrid work
While full remote work is the top choice, the 34% who prefer hybrid work recognize its benefits. Hybrid work offers:
āļøĀ Face-to-face collaborationĀ ā Some projects benefit from in-person brainstorming and problem-solving.
āļøĀ Company culture & team bondingĀ ā Regular office meet-ups can help strengthen team relationships.
āļøĀ Structured work environmentĀ ā Some employees find they focus better in an office setting for at least part of the week.
Whatās next? The future of IT workplaces
With remote work being the preferred choice for most IT professionals, companies need to adapt by offering flexible work models. Hybrid setups may remain a strong alternative, but fully in-office IT jobs seem to be fading.
š¢Ā What do you think? Is full remote the future, or does hybrid offer the best of both worlds? Share your thoughts in the comments!