Virtual reality as a mitigation for remote work issues: Advantages, disadvantages and challenges

• Autor(a) principal: Vicente, Hélder do Espírito Santo
• Data de Publicação: 2023
• Tipo de documento: Dissertação
• Idioma: eng
• Título da fonte: Repositório Científico de Acesso Aberto de Portugal (Repositórios Cientìficos)
• Texto Completo: http://hdl.handle.net/10071/29966
• topic: Remote work; Realidade virtual -- Virtual reality; Systematic literature review; Delphi methodology; Issues of remote work; RV as a mitigation for RW issues; Trabalho remoto; Revisão sistemática da literatura; Metodologia Delphi; Desafios do trabalho remoto; Realidade virtual como mitigação para problemas de trabalho remoto

In the contemporary work paradigm, significantly influenced by global challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, the prominence of Remote Work has surged, offering companies both competitive advantages and new challenges. This study delves into the interplay between RW and its associated issues, aiming to ascertain potential technological mitigations. Through the exploration of two Systematic Literature Reviews and the application of Delphi methodology, the study identifies Virtual Reality as a potential tool to address various challenges inherent to Remote Work. The study reveals that Virtual Reality's capacity to instil a sense of presence, increase interactivity, and proffer immersive environments makes it a promising solution. However, its application in Remote Work isn't without considerations. While Virtual Reality can enhance organizational coordination, issues like adoption resistance, ergonomics, and system integration emphasize the need for a comprehensive approach. This study sheds light on the potential of VR in revolutionizing RW. Emphasizing not just technological integration but its harmonization with human needs, organizational goals, and the broader digital ecosystem. This study opens the way for future inquiries, including ergonomic considerations, training modules for VR, and quantitative evaluations of VR's impact on RW dynamics.