The Ultimate Guide to Hybrid & Remote Work
A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Hybrid & Remote Work.
What to know about Hybrid & Remote Work
Hybrid and remote work have fundamentally transformed the modern workplace, blending traditional office environments with flexible, technology-driven arrangements. This evolving approach to work reshapes how organizations operate, collaborate, and engage with their employees, offering new opportunities and challenges.
Exploring stories under this tag reveals insights into the latest technologies enhancing hybrid work experiences, such as AI-powered communication tools, secure cloud solutions, and innovative collaboration platforms. It also highlights the critical importance of addressing security risks, managing employee wellbeing, and fostering inclusive cultures amidst dispersed teams.
From advancements in video conferencing and smart office design to strategies for digital transformation and cybersecurity in hybrid settings, readers can gain practical knowledge on navigating this dynamic work landscape. Dive into these stories to understand how businesses and employees are adapting to, and thriving within, the hybrid and remote work era.
UK Hybrid & Remote Work News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
England win sparks 68% broadband spike before kick-off
A 5pm kick-off pushed home internet demand earlier, as viewers logged on before England's knockout win over DR Congo and strained connections.
Tensor marks 40 years of sales director Rob Cochrane
The veteran sales chief says biometrics and payroll integration have reshaped workplace systems since he joined Tensor in 1986.
Netgear launches Insight 10.0 for AI-led network ops
Small IT teams could cut manual network work as the cloud platform adds AI tools to spot issues earlier and simplify multi-site management.
Qorden launches multilingual video call translation platform
The service targets international meetings by translating speech, captions and chat in real time across 33 languages with 97% accuracy.
Why the freelance economy might be the smartest tool a tech founder never considers
A lean network of specialists helped Echo3 sell more than 80,000 health and safety courses while keeping costs low in its early years.
10ZiG launches Fusion Channel Partner Program for endpoints
Partners gain sales support and tools as businesses seek cheaper, more secure ways to modernise ageing endpoint fleets.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Hybrid & Remote Work
HP unifies collaboration tools in hybrid work push
Tanium named Forrester leader in endpoint management
Small business tech demand lifts reseller prices in Europe
Tanium named ISG leader in digital employee experience
Westcon-Comstor launches SASEvolution with Palo Alto
Featured News
The new workforce: AI agents to work in concert with humans
AI agents are set to reshape hiring and team structures, pushing firms towards global talent pools and outcome-based work.
Riverbed says go from ticket queues to zero disruption
AI-driven support tools could cut employee downtime, as Riverbed argues that fewer tickets may still hide unresolved problems.
Reviews
Expert Columns
Why the freelance economy might be the smartest tool a tech founder never considers
Cyber hygiene 101: The big fundamentals
Why is Webex becoming the AI execution layer for work?
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When 'good enough' cloud communications quietly becomes a risk
Virtual vs. physical firewalls: A practical guide for modern networks
One click can trigger a breach, but security can stop it
Turning security into a story: How managed service providers use reporting to drive retention and revenue
VPN vulnerabilities don't have to become breaches
How MH Enterprise turns trust into cybersecurity success
How Apograph uses proactive firewall upgrades to protect clients and control costs
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
The new workforce: AI agents to work in concert with humans
Riverbed says go from ticket queues to zero disruption
Exclusive: Edifier outlines next phase of global audio strategy
Exclusive: VyOS Networks on why enterprise networks need a unified OS layer
Exclusive: Cybrary on cyber training as tailored defence, not checkbox
Recent Hybrid & Remote Work News
HMRC mileage rise exposes outdated expense processes
Employers risk reimbursement errors and compliance headaches unless expense systems are updated to reflect HMRC's first mileage rate rise in 15 years.
Gamma padel tournament raises GBP £1,430 for charities
More than 70 teams took part across four UK cities as the annual event doubled as a networking drive and charity fundraiser.
Gravity Sketch adds AR review tools for product teams
Manufacturers could cut prototype spend as the upgrade lets teams review full-scale 3D models in AR without travel or new clay builds.
OneOdio launches Focus A1 Pro headphones for USD $34.99
The budget ANC market is getting tighter as the foldable on-ear model adds 70-hour battery life and dual-device pairing for commuters.
10ZiG deepens ThinPrint integration for Linux thin clients
IT teams could face fewer printer-driver headaches as 10ZiG adds deeper ThinPrint support to its Linux thin clients for virtual desktops.
Ethiack says vulnerabilities jumped 106% in a year
Exploited software flaws are now overtaking stolen passwords as the main breach route, sharpening pressure on security teams to patch faster.
UK business travellers embrace shadow AI for trips
Unapproved AI use is widening a security and compliance gap, with 75% of UK business travellers saying they would use shadow tools for work trips.
UK VPN searches jump after under-16 social media plan
Search interest surged as ministers' under-16 social media plan prompted privacy fears, with UK VPN queries hitting their highest since early August.
Omada launches Fusion Gateway for installers & MSPs
Installers and MSPs could cut setup time and licence costs as Omada's new gateways target multi-site small business networks.
Haiilo partners Work Networks to boost platform adoption
The tie-up aims to tackle poor uptake of workplace software, with rollout support focused on habits, leadership and daily use.
Topia partners Certino on expat payroll in 90 countries
The integration is designed to cut manual handoffs and compliance risks for employers managing mobile staff across more than 90 countries.
EcoOnline & J.S. Held join forces on workplace safety
Workers are pushing employers to improve safety, as a new survey found most want more digital tools and clearer crisis plans.
TWM Solicitors rolls out 10ZiG thin clients for Azure AVD
The Surrey law firm cut desktop management overheads by moving 240 staff to cloud-based virtual desktops and centrally managed thin clients.
Techskills backs SoftSkillingIt with new work-ready mark
The accreditation reflects rising employer demand for measurable people skills as firms struggle to fill gaps in communication, adaptability and teamwork.
Why is Webex becoming the AI execution layer for work?
Firms using embedded AI in meetings and messaging are already cutting admin, speeding decisions and improving customer response times.
Zimperium signs UK distribution deal with ABC Distribution
The deal broadens access to mobile security tools as UK firms face rising attacks via smartphones, apps, QR codes and messaging platforms.
Superson appoints Max Hurford as Head of Operations
He will oversee systems linking the consultancy's Amsterdam, Helsinki and Singapore offices as it scales AI-assisted project delivery.
Inforcer launches Microsoft 365 threat response for MSPs
MSPs can now detect and contain Microsoft 365 breaches in one platform, as Inforcer adds incident response to its security suite.
Utilize expands SonicWall security deal for 14,000 users
More than 14,000 users will gain wider managed protection as the UK services provider centralises oversight of over 1,200 firewalls.
Plaud launches team workspace in UK for meeting notes
Businesses can now centralise meeting notes and decisions in the UK, as Plaud's new team workspace aims to curb lost context and save time.
