Volume 3 Issue 2 | 2026 | View PDF
Paper Id: IJMSM-V3I2P128
doi: 10.64137/30485037/V3I2P128

A Study on the Effectiveness of Work from Home Concept in the IT Sectors in Chennai, Coimbatore, and Trichy

Dr. S. N. Kanagarathinam, S. Shrinivasaa

Citation:
Dr. S. N. Kanagarathinam, S. Shrinivasaa, "A Study on the Effectiveness of Work from Home Concept in the IT Sectors in Chennai, Coimbatore, and Trichy" International Journal of Multidisciplinary on Science and Management, Vol. 3, No. 2, pp. 229-234, 2026.

Abstract:
This paper examines how work-from-home (WFH) arrangements influence employee performance in Chennai’s IT sector. Remote work, enabled by digital tools and communication technologies, provides flexibility, autonomy, and reduced commuting stress, thereby enhancing productivity and job satisfaction. At the same time, challenges such as communication gaps, lack of supervision, blurred work–life boundaries, and social isolation affect efficiency and well-being. By analyzing both advantages and limitations, the study highlights how organizational support, technological infrastructure, and individual adaptability shape WFH outcomes. The findings contribute region-specific insights that help IT companies design balanced policies and hybrid models to sustain employee performance and satisfaction.

Keywords: Work From Home, Employee Performance, IT Sector, Flexibility, Work–Life Balance, Human Resource Management.

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