Get started with hybrid and remote work

Hybrid and remote work preparation checklist

MHC employees on Flexible and Adaptive Work Plans should use this guide as a checklist to prepare for effective hybrid and remote work. 

 

 Understand security best practices

Hybrid and remote work security best practices

 

 Review computer care recommendations

Computer care recommendations

 

 Connect from off campus 

Home internet

Remote and hybrid workers will need access to the internet at home to complete most work. If you’re concerned about the reliability of your home internet connection, please first review these tips for improving home WiFi performance. If issues persist, contact the Technology Help Desk for support.

VPN

Get access to the College network from anywhere with the MHC VPN

Remote computer access

Have a desktop computer in your office you need to access from home? Connect to it remotely to access documents and software on that computer. 

Set up remote phone access

 

 Make your files accessible

No matter where you are, you’ll need access to your files to do your work. Mount Holyoke provides several data storage options that are accessible from off campus, including Google Drive and MHCDrive.

For more information, review LITS's file storage guidelines and the College's data handling procedures for storing and securing data and sharing and accessing data

 

 Get the most out of virtual meetings

Virtual meeting best practices

 

 Be transparent about your location and availability

How to share your location and availability in Google Calendar

 

 Hybrid schedule? Prep your go-bag

When you’re shuttling back and forth between your remote office and your on-campus office, there’s a lot to remember. To make it easier, keep a list of items that you’ll need to have with you no matter where you’re working. Missing a core component can really derail your work day!

Sample packing list:

  • Laptop (& carrying case)
  • Computer power cord
  • Adapters
  • Wireless mouse
  • Headphones/earbuds
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