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Title: The Impact of Remote Work Intensity on Employee Innovation: A Meta--Analysis
Publication Date: June 08, 2026
Magazine: Journal of Management (ResearchGate)
Main Conclusions:
- Non--linear Relationship: A meta--analysis of 48 studies indicates an inverted U--shaped relationship between remote work intensity and employee innovation; moderate levels (2--3 days per week) optimize creative output.
- Social Isolation Risks: High--intensity remote work (4+ days per week) negatively impacts innovation due to reduced spontaneous knowledge exchange and increased social isolation.
- Autonomy Benefit: The positive effects of remote work on innovation are primarily driven by increased individual autonomy and a significant reduction in office--based interruptions.