We will notify you from Cebu. Due to the pandemic that began in March of last year, HiPE has been operating a mix of remote work and office operations, but engineers are now in the office all day developing for clients.
We are delighted to help you. Vaccinations in Cebu are going well, and the number of new infections is decreasing. HiPE engineers are also being vaccinated on a regular basis. Because of these factors, I've decided to return to full-time office work.
What you can expect from office work
Working remotely for over a year and a half has allowed us to maintain operations smoothly, but some challenges have surfaced. Engineers, while efficiently handling their tasks, experienced a decline in social awareness and occasional miscommunication. Questions about colleagues' availability during free time or delayed responses due to differing time zones added to the negative experiences.
Additionally, when junior engineers seek guidance from seniors through chat, it often interrupts the latter's workflow. Looking ahead, the prospect of working in the same location raises optimism for improved collaboration, eliminating potential time wastage and enhancing product delivery speed and quality.
Despite the ongoing battle against the coronavirus, we remain committed to stringent infection control measures. Although we anticipate working in a shared location, we acknowledge the unpredictable nature of the situation and hope to avoid a return to full-time remote work.
As we approach the holiday season, we extend our wishes for a safe and joyous Christmas party, mindful of the need to adapt plans based on prevailing circumstances.
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