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Remote work is linked to SMEs as a transformative organizational model that impacts their productivity, operational costs, and digital infrastructure requirements, as evidenced by [1], [2], and [3]. Research highlights that SMEs face unique systemic barriers and challenges when implementing these models, as detailed in [4], [5], and [6].
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The impact of remote and hybrid work models on small and Medium ... link.springer.com 5 facts
claimThere is limited experiential analysis of the technological challenges SMEs face regarding remote work, including issues of digital literacy, cybersecurity, and access to infrastructure.
claimThere is a scarcity of SME-focused research on hybrid and remote work, particularly regarding productivity outcomes, as noted by Eng et al. (2025).
measurementLalama Franco et al. (2023) studied 802 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ecuador and reported that remote work led to productivity gains, but also raised concerns regarding longer work hours and declining work-life balance.
accountThe COVID-19 epidemic catalyzed a global shift toward remote working, which forced immediate changes in organizational structures, particularly within small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to ensure business continuity and reduce virus transmission.
claimRemote and hybrid work models provide economic benefits to small and medium-sized enterprises by reducing operational costs, increasing adaptability, and improving competitiveness in unstable markets.