The Impact of "Work From Anywhere" on Employee Productivity with Work-Life Integration As a Moderating Variable: Penelitian

Didi Wandi; Indra Rustiawan; Amaldin Amaldin; Nurohim Nurohim; Winda Fashihah

doi:10.31004/jerkin.v5i1.8014

Authors

Didi Wandi Universitas Faletehan
Indra Rustiawan Universitas Putra Indonesia Cianjur
Amaldin Amaldin Universitas Serelo Lahat
Nurohim Nurohim Universitas Harkat Negeri
Winda Fashihah Universitas Harkat Negeri

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31004/jerkin.v5i1.8014

Keywords:

Work from Anywhere (WFA), Employee Productivity, Work-Life Integration, Moderating Variables, Work Flexibility, HR Management.

Abstract

The post-pandemic transformation of work models has driven the adoption of "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) across various sectors. This study aims to analyze the impact of WFA on employee productivity and the role of work-life integration as a moderating variable. A quantitative approach with an explanatory design was employed. Primary data were collected via structured questionnaires administered to employees working remotely or under flexible arrangements and were analyzed using Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results indicate that WFA has a positive and significant impact on productivity, driven by increased autonomy, time efficiency regarding commutes, and work flexibility. Work-life integration also acts as a significant moderator, strengthening the positive effect of WFA on productivity when professional and personal lives are harmoniously blended. Conversely, poorly managed "work-life blur" can diminish the benefits of WFA due to the risks of burnout and mental exhaustion.

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