LET'S MAKE HYBRID WORK ACTUALLY WORK IN THE DIGITAL WORKPLACE

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Katy Barron
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3 minute read
LET'S MAKE HYBRID WORK ACTUALLY WORK IN THE DIGITAL WORKPLACE-Image

Microsoft’s podcast ‘WorkLab’ is now onto its second season and if you haven’t been listening to episodes, this podcast is a new and exciting way for listeners to stay up-to-date with the latest research in data science within the digital workplace. It is a place where Leaders from Microsoft share their findings, as well as share stories about how people are transforming themselves using digital innovation since the global pandemic began in 2020.

The podcast has just released an article of interest titled ‘Great Expectations: Making Hybrid Work Work‘ which discusses how employees have a new 'worth it' equation since working from home and this reflection impacts the future of work

The article outlines key findings in data research showing that employees everywhere are rethinking job opportunities weighing up how much time they can spend at a desk each day versus taking care of themselves.

The need for transformation in digital business is clear but how do employers make hybrid work environments come alive? There are many challenges ahead, but there is no doubt that big changes will take place as we move into a more progressed digital age.

As leaders puzzle over how to make hybrid work actually work, big questions loom such as what is the role of the office? How do teams build social capital in a digital world? And other challenges have emerged for businesses to meet employees’ great new expectations head-on while balancing business outcomes in an unpredictable economy.

In this chaotic era of change, it's more important than ever to have a growth mindset and to stay updated on key industry trends that are currently immerging. To stay updated on the newest work trends, read WorkLab’s newest article.

For more information on collaboration tools that will keep your employees connected from whatever their location, get in touch with Digital First today for a free consultation today. 

Katy Barron

Katy Barron

Manager
Katy has worked in marketing and events internationally for over 10 years, after having graduated from Glasgow Caledonian University with a BA in Arts, Entertainment and Media Management. At Digital First she began as an Administration Assistant, using her event management skills and then progressed to her current Project Manager role where she works with Microsoft365 tools on a daily basis which she is passionate about using and marketing to others to help users work smarter.