Unveiling the Hybrid Work Paradigm

A Study on the Effect of Hybrid Working on Organisational Commitment of Employees and Work Environment Preferences Among Young Professionals of ORGANISATION X

Master thesis (2023)

Authors

A.I. van der Lingen Applied Sciences

Contributors

H.J.M. Vande Putte Real Estate Management - Architecture and the Built Environment (supervisor 1)
J.S.J. Koolwijk Design & Construction Management - Architecture and the Built Environment (supervisor 2)
Faculty
Architecture and the Built Environment
Copyright: © 2023 Annick van der Lingen
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Published Date

31-10-2023

Language

English

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Faculty

Architecture and the Built Environment

Abstract

This study aims to explore the impact of employee separation as a result of hybrid working on the organisational commitment of ORGANISATION X’s workforce. The findings of this research aim to offer valuable insights to ORGANISATION X's understanding on how the alternating remote and in-office work setup may influence the commitment levels of ORGANISATION X's employees.

The research methodology employed in the initial study of this thesis encompasses quantitative research, in addition to a comprehensive literature review. This quantitative research entails surveying the entire office-based workforce at ORGANISATION X. The results of the researches have yielded fascinating insights, offering a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between hybrid working elements and commitment to the organisation. The primary research findings demonstrate a nuanced relationship between hybrid work and organisational commitment, with only two of the nine potential relationships between hybrid work and organisational commitment found. Therefore, the 'sense of belonging' or the organisational commitment referred to in this research can be seen as being affected by hybrid work only to a small, insignificant extent.

Additionally, the study explored the influence of other variables, such as physical proximity, dependency, and socio-demographic factors, on shaping employees' commitment to the organisation. The study shows a positive relation between physical proximity, particularly arranged in-person meetings, and dependency on co-workers and organisational commitment. These are believed to influence the separation awareness among employees.