The chances are that you’re already familiar with the term Hybrid Working, especially in recent years where working remotely, from the office, or a combination of the two has become increasingly popular and has changed the way businesses operate.
More than four in five workers – 84% - told the Office for National Statistics that they wanted to continue to split their time between home and the office after the pandemic. And in a recent poll we ran on LinkedIn, 100% of business owners who responded would allow or embrace Hybrid Working now that the restrictions have been lifted.
In the context of the term Modern Workplace, perhaps a term you are not as familiar with, Hybrid Working has undoubtably driven demand for it.
But what is it?
From the perspective of Microsoft, the Modern Workplace is one that operates using its suite of 365 technologies and productivity applications that harness the power of the cloud.
It is one that supports employees by incorporating contemporary ways of working via digital tools and systems.
Modern Working applications have been designed to improve employee productivity, create a more seamless, collaborative working environment while maintaining the security and integrity of systems and data.
So, in this regard, it’s an operational setup that has been professionally designed to meet both the physical and technological needs of both your business and employees.
The technological components of our Modern Workplace
Regardless of whether you adopt the Hybrid Working model or not, we see the Modern Workplace as an environment to empower your people to be productive from anywhere, at any time and on any device, depending on your own unique set of circumstances.
And in embracing modern working technologies, you’ll improve productivity, collaboration and connectivity across your organisation.
Productivity
All of your productivity tools and apps are always current and available via Microsoft applications, such as 365, Cloud, and Teams. Using a centralised portal, everyone has access to a single version of the truth, with automated workflows, notifications and data management.
Collaboration
This principle applies to all departments and all levels of management, whether you work remotely or in the office. A workforce connected digitally, using apps and smart tools, will work more efficiently and collaboratively, resulting in better outputs.
Connectivity
Due to the rapid pace of today's workplace, we need to work faster and collaborate more effectively to accomplish our goals. Whether you work in the office or remotely, all apps, productivity tools, and data are instantly accessible. When you empower employees to be more connected, you will support new problem-solving approaches, bridge skills gaps and increase productivity.
New working practices require a new way of working. Based on your own unique circumstances, you too can connect your people, systems and operations in innovative ways that will transform the way you work.
To book your free, no obligation assessment now or to discuss your own situation please email us or call us on 01625 613 633.
