Government organisations are navigating through having to remote work a large share of their workforce within weeks – some alongside other seasoned remote workers, others for the first time. For many, this is uncharted territory and requires highly effective leadership.

Keeping these organisations ‘open for business’ is critical. Many are experiencing unprecedented workloads and simultaneously adapting to remote work, making it even more important to ensure teams feel valued.

Focusing on setting teams up for success and to work well remotely, will make the workforce be more efficient, more together and more adaptable when – or if – they return to the office.

Under normal circumstances, we find six elements crucial to making remote working work, while the current realities add a seventh factor.