# Go Beyond

The latest news and insights to help companies strategize and optimize geographically distributed teams.

## The Lastest from BeyondHQ

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## Current Trends & Their Impacts on the Talent Market

Ask any HR leader about the last two years and they will describe it as the most acute shift in focus and priority in their entire career. They were asked to solve for remote work, have an answer for every post-pandemic employee scenario, reverse the Great Resignation and get employees back to the office.

### Your Grass Isn’t Always Greener: Is remote work more environmentally friendly? Unfortunately, it’s complicated.

When the pandemic accelerated remote and hybrid work trends, some environmentalists rejoiced. Air travel restrictions, social distancing and the sudden elimination of many commutes to and from workplaces drastically reduced carbon emissions, which dropped more than 5% in 2020.

February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements of those of Black heritage, while also recognizing the systemic racism that still exists in many of our public and private institutions. This time of year should serve to further embolden people and organizations to work toward purposeful change.

Today, there are over 22 million Asians living in the U.S., accounting for 7% of the entire U.S. population. Between 2000 and 2020, the Asian population doubled, mostly due to immigration of students and educated professionals, including many who work in technology.

## Notable Insights

- **BeyondHQ Builds Customer Momentum:** BeyondHQ announced accelerated momentum and customer growth, signaling a heightened need for talent and real estate analysis technology stemming from evolving hybrid work models. (March 22, 2022)
- **Atlanta and Baltimore Lead the Way for Tech Workers of Black Heritage:** A reflection on systemic issues and the achievements of those within the tech industry. (February 8, 2022)
- **Tech Workers of Asian Heritage:** Discusses the rapid growth and presence of Asians in the tech sector across the U.S. (January 26, 2022)

## Conclusion

The ongoing disruptions to business models and operations caused by the pandemic have prompted a significant shift. Businesses must now rethink their workforce strategies amid changing dynamics.