Re:Next Wave of Remote Work Is About Outsourcing Jobs Overseas
by codingdave on Tuesday April 11, 2023 @07:26PM
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It is easier to outsource now vs. 10+ years ago. Almost everyone in tech now has experience working remote from their co-workers. Whether that is 10 miles or 8000 does not change the communication needed to make it work.
That isn't the only challenge, of course -- there are time zone differences and language barriers to overcome, but those also seem to be diminished vs. 10+ years ago. We're getting more used to being flexible with our time, and people are adjusting to working with people around the world, accepting both language and cultural differences.
I've had team members across the globe since 2018 and while it isn't always easy, it works just fine if people are willing to respect each other and respect everyone's needs.
That isn't the only challenge, of course -- there are time zone differences and language barriers to overcome, but those also seem to be diminished vs. 10+ years ago. We're getting more used to being flexible with our time, and people are adjusting to working with people around the world, accepting both language and cultural differences.
I've had team members across the globe since 2018 and while it isn't always easy, it works just fine if people are willing to respect each other and respect everyone's needs.