As we approach holiday season more and more people in Cemex will be taking time away from the business. This is an important opportunity to rest and rejuvenate, while also spending time with our loved ones.

We want employees to be able to switch off when they are on annual leave, as this will help them get the most out of their time off – and hopefully return to work energised and enthusiastic!

If this is to happen, then preparation needs to be made before you go away. In particular, think about what tasks and enquiries may come your way, and who these should be redirected to. Realistically, most people in the business should be able to reallocate urgent tasks to another team member. If you are not sure, speak to your Line Manager.

For those employees on e-mail, make sure you put a clear out of office on your emails, so people know who to contact in your absence:

• Your out of office should confirm when you are scheduled to return and if there is an alternative person who can be contacted in the meantime.
• Example: I am out of the office on annual leave from DATE to DATE. In my absence, if you have an urgent query please contact NAME, EMAIL ADDRESS/PHONE NUMBER. Alternatively, I will respond as soon as I can when I return.
• Set the out of office both for people inside and outside your organisation

If you have an out of office on, you can feel confident that people will know how to proceed while you are away – this should hopefully mean you can avoid the inbox while you are off!