Proposta de plano de ação para uma eventual implementação do teletrabalho na Universidade Estadual de Mato Grosso do Sul (UEMS)

Abstract

Research Objective: This dissertation aims to develop an action plan for the potential implementation of telework at the State University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UEMS), focusing on improving people management and assessing the legal impacts on public service. The study emphasizes the necessary changes to modernize management practices and enhance institutional performance through telework. Theoretical Framework: This research aligns with studies on people management and organizational innovation within the public sector, emphasizing technological adaptation and administrative modernization. It contributes to this field by analyzing the impacts of telework in institutional contexts, particularly regarding employee productivity, well-being, and compliance with legal regulations. Methodology: The adopted methodology includes bibliographic and documentary research to support the telework proposal at UEMS, as well as the application of an adapted questionnaire, the Work Design Questionnaire (WDQ), adjusted to the Brazilian context and the specificities of the public sector. This instrument allows for the analysis of employees’ perceptions regarding current work practices and the feasibility of telework. Results: The results indicate that the hybrid telework model is well accepted among the survey participants and has legal support for its implementation. However, challenges still need to be overcome. It is recommended to start with a pilot project and a working group to monitor and gradually adjust the model, ensuring an efficient and sustainable transition. Originality/Relevance: The study is relevant as it proposes an innovative solution for public management, addressing a work modality that has been widely discussed in the private sector but remains underexplored in the Brazilian public sector. By focusing specifically on UEMS, this research provides a practical and contextualized perspective, contributing to the literature on telework in the public sector and advancing administrative practices. Practical Contributions (Impact): The impacts of this research are both real and potential, spanning scientific, organizational, practical, and public policy areas. Scientifically,

it provides a foundation for future research on telework in Brazilian public institutions. Orga- nizationally and practically, it can facilitate an efficient transition to telework at UEMS and

potentially in other similar institutions. Finally, the study offers insights for the development of public policies that encourage modernization and efficiency in the public sector.