Advantages of Hybrid Workplace Model

1. Advantages of hybrid workplace model

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4. WHAT IS HYBRID WORKING?

5. WHAT IS HYBRID WORKING? Hybrid working has always existed, but its prevalence has been turbocharged by the pandemic and subsequent remote working experiment. There isn't yet a definitive definition, but at its core, it's an arrangement in which an individual, team or organisation work part of their time at the workplace and part remotely. In the brief periods in 2020 when office workers were allowed back into the workplace, the need for social distancing meant that most only went in for part of their working week. As a result, many employees experienced a hybrid pattern for the first time – and the evidence suggests they’re keen to stick with it. At its best, hybrid working is about matching the task to the location, and doing the right work in the right place; there are numerous examples of people saying they work more productively on certain tasks from home. And from an employer’s perspective, there are many positives too References: https://timewise.co.uk/article/make-a-success-of-hybrid-working/

6. HYBRID WORKING MODELS

7. HYBRID WORKING MODELS 2. The split-week model The second model splits the week between working from home two to three days a week and working onsite two to three days a week. This model was seen among the highest proportion of employees. Companies using this model generally split up the week between different departments; for example, the marketing team comes into the office on Mondays and Wednesdays, while customer support comes into the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This hybrid model enables managers to stay in touch with their teams and allows for face-to-face group meetings on a regular cadence. 1. The at-will model This model enables employees to choose the work arrangement that works best for them on any given day. It’s particularly useful for those who want to come into the office when they need to meet someone or require a quiet place to work for the day. Several companies have set up a process of placing a request to “work at the office (WFO)” to ensure that social distancing requirements are met. 3. Shift work In the third model, employees work in shifts, alternating between working from home and working morning or evening shifts on site. This is a more difficult model to work with because many people don’t like shift work and find it hard to get in very early in the morning or to work late at night. A hybrid model based on shift work often requires employees to set up additional childcare solutions to the ones they already have. 4. Week-by-week Finally, the fourth model sees employees alternating between working from home and working onsite on a weekly basis. This alternative is used to allow large teams to use office space together at the same time and meet up for reviews, deadlines, and updates. References: https://www.hibob.com/guides/hybrid-working-model-advantages/

8. ADVANTAGES OF HYBRID WORKPLACE MODEL?

9. INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY

10. INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY Historically, some managers viewed hybrid working with a degree of suspicion, believing that if employees could pick and choose the hours they worked, they would simply choose to do less work. This turns out to be unfounded. In fact, the opposite seems to be true. In a research paper by Microsoft on the impact of the pandemic on the performance of companies across Europe, 82 per cent of leaders said their companies were at least as productive as they were before the pandemic. In a hybrid workplace, flexible workers can utilise their time better. They can choose to avoid commuting at busy times. They can fully focus on tasks without the noises and interruptions of the traditional office environment. They can choose to work when they’re feeling most productive, whether that’s in the middle of the night or first thing in the morning. When employees are happier, better rested and less stressed, they do better work. References: 1. https://www.wework.com/en-GB/ideas/workspace-solutions/hybrid-workplace-advantages-disadvantages 2. https://d1c25a6gwz7q5e.cloudfront.net/reports/2020-11-09-workplace-whitepaper-FINAL.pdf

11. EMPLOYEE HAPPINESS

12. EMPLOYEE HAPPINESS Being free to work when and where they please has a significant positive impact on employee satisfaction. In a 2020 SurveyMonkey study, employees who worked remotely reported feeling happier than their colleagues who remained working in the office. There are lots of reasons for this, from the psychological benefits of taking full control of their schedules to simply having a dog by their side as they work. Being able to dress casually, cook more and spend time with loved ones all contribute to this boost in mood But for many, working from home can be isolating or distracting. A hybrid workplace mitigates many of the downsides of pure remote working, creating a professional space outside the home for employees to collaborate and socialise with colleagues. References: 1.https://www.surveymonkey.com/curiosity/cnbc-workforce-survey-may-2020/ 2.https://www.wework.com/ideas/professional-development/creativity-culture/four-dog-owners-share-their-top-tips-for-bringing-your-dog-to-work 3. https://www.wework.com/en-GB/ideas/workspace-solutions/hybrid-workplace-advantages-disadvantages

13. Lowered costs

14. LOWERED COSTS In a hybrid office, there’s no need for row after row of assigned desks. Instead, a successful hybrid office incorporates a mixture of versatile spaces designed to support employees across different tasks, such as standing desks where people can log in with their own laptops, relaxed lounges for catching up on emails, soundproofed booths for phone meetings, and coffee areas for informal team chats. Once a company knows how many employees will be in the office at any given time, employers can plan around new occupancy levels to cut down on the cost of rent, office supplies and other business expenses. References: 1.https://www.wework.com/en-GB/ideas/research-insights/expert-insights/the-newest-in-office-design-easily-reconfigurable-spaces 2. https://www.wework.com/en-GB/ideas/workspace-solutions/hybrid-workplace-advantages-disadvantages

15. SAFETY DURING THE PANDEMIC

16. SAFETY DURING THE PANDEMIC Even as vaccinations take effect and we begin to emerge from the pandemic, health experts warn that social distancing measures will remain in placefor some time. Until then, the way we work and travel around our cities will continue to reflect thelevel of risk the virus poses. A hybrid workplace helps keep employees safe during the pandemic, reducing the number of people in the office at any given time, creating ample personal space and making it easier to stay distanced. Flexible workers can commute during off-peak times, or work from home if they or their family are at particular risk. References: 1.https://www.wework.com/en-GB/ideas/professional-development/business-solutions/how-to-practice-social-distancing-at-work 2.https://www.wework.com/en-GB/ideas/research-insights/expert-insights/navigating-the-new-rules-of-personal-space-in-the-workplace 3. https://www.wework.com/en-GB/ideas/workspace-solutions/hybrid-workplace-advantages-disadvantages

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