Investigation the Change of The Quantitative Scope of Telecommuting and Influence on Job Satisfaction Under Corona Pandemic

The Corona Pandemic 2020 is changing life conditions, industry, commerce, job market and working conditions continually and permanently. It triggered a surge in digitalization and the proportion and frequency of home office in companies. Teleworking has had positive effects for companies and workers in the last years before the Corona Pandemic. By reducing the risk of infection from viral infections, teleworking currently gains also momentum to save jobs and companies. The research question focuses in the first step on the changing scope of teleworking and its influence on job satisfaction, which is subject of this article. Further it is aimed to analyze a possible scope of teleworking, which can reduce the job satisfaction of workers and could be implemented as a guideline for HR manager. The research fundamentally bases on an extensive literature review by using various databases, Web of Science, SpringerLink, SCOPUS, Research Gate, Google Scholar, Bitkom Research, Google Search, Wiley Online Library and others. 34 studies employing quantitative, qualitative and mixed-method designs have been included in the review. The method of qualitative content analysis as outlined by Mayring has been used to analyse the literature and interpret the findings. Elaboration of theoretical basics targeted on the topic is required for achieving the goal. The growth of teleworking frequency and influence on job satisfaction is represented. Telework indicates positive effects on job satisfaction, including some negative aspects targeted social and professional isolation, and perceived threats in professional advancement. This review may be a complementary support for academics and practioners.