Workplace trends
The workplace has changed, potentially forever. The events of the last couple of years have seen a real shift in the employee experience (EX) being moved to the top of the agenda for business leaders, HR, and facilities professionals. A recent article by Forbes presented a compelling case for listening to what employees want from the office and how this should align with Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.
We have experienced EX become just as important, in some cases more important, than their clients’ experience. The driver is to transform the workplace to become a destination which enhances culture, collaboration, and shared experiences.
To support your EX, we have a kitbag full of ideas, technologies, and experiences to assist, here we share just a snapshot.
Technology
Technology is an enabler in transforming the workplace with tools to empower employees to maximise their day by driving productivity and performance. For example, sensor technology that automates space and desk management, booking software to remove administration for meetings, workplace apps to promote community and events, or smart building tools to drive ESG.
Our team have in-depth knowledge and first-hand experience of workplace tech partners. We can confidently support you in understanding your needs and creating a solution which delivers your EX-objectives.
Insights & Data
With technology and software comes data and MI which delivers powerful insights which make decisions easier. Insights which focus on daily occupancy, demand on bookable assets and workplace patterns continue to be the key drivers for our client teams.
With data our team can demonstrate valuable insights into how your space is being used and the behaviours of your colleagues, offering ideas and solutions to help improve the experience. For example, the increase in demand for AV in meeting rooms, the need for more smaller ‘pods’ for online meetings, the increase in support to facilitate connectivity. Furthermore, we can plan resourcing to support demand and the mid-week peaks offering commercial savings in labour costs.
Enjoyment
We think you will agree that foosball tables, free coffee and fresh fruit are no longer enough to make people come to the office. Workplace events, socials and experiences are proving to support workplace culture, engagement, and attendance.
We have been working with clients to shape their engagement activities, leveraging our supply chain and event partners to host experiences which are delivering outstanding results. Flash mobs in the restaurant, craft masterclasses, office treasure hunts, Friday free food, and so much more! Working with you and your activation budgets we plan a programme that is right for you and your employees.