The Interplay of Remote Work, Technological Dependence, and Management Support in Achieving Work-Life Balance: Evidence from Hybrid Workplaces

Abstract

The growing adoption of hybrid work arrangements has reshaped how employees manage professional responsibilities alongside personal life, making work–life balance a critical concern for contemporary organizations. This study examines the relationships between remote work intensity, technological dependence (technostress), and management support in influencing employees’ work–life balance within hybrid work environments. Grounded in Conservation of Resources (COR) theory, the study posits that both remote work intensity and technological dependence directly affect work–life balance, while management and organizational support play a crucial role in shaping balance outcomes by offering guidance, emotional support, and boundary clarity. A quantitative research approach was adopted using a structured questionnaire administered to employees working under hybrid arrangements. The collected data were analyzed using appropriate statistical techniques to examine the proposed relationships among variables. The findings contribute to the growing body of literature on hybrid work by integrating work practices, technological dependence, and managerial support within a single empirical framework. From a practical perspective, the study provides actionable insights for organizations seeking to design sustainable hybrid work policies that promote employee well-being and long-term work–life balance.