The prolonged lockdown and the disruption of business due to covid-19 is making companies across sectors anxious, as fall in productivity while working from home becomes their biggest concern.
According to a recent survey by Ernst & Young (EY) involving HR heads from 100 organisations, 72% felt the impact of the pandemic will be felt beyond six months.
Around 55% organisations expect medium to significant impact on employee cost, while the rest are still not sure, the survey points out.
Many organisations are trying to support the junior management by offering additional pay-outs and hazard pay. While 22% organisations are considering manpower optimisation in the short-term, 35% want to delve into the future depending on the impact of the