Having enjoyed a much more flexible work regime over the past two years and better productivity (initially at least), employees have been given a taste for what life can be like without the lengthy commutes or burdensome costs of before and after school provision for their children.
It comes as no surprise therefore, that some businesses are facing a reluctance from their people to return to the workplace, and are making unprecedented (but to be expected) demands in relation to flexible work arrangements.
With some 73% (Microsoft) of employees wanting a hybrid approach to work to remain, this is informing how businesses return to the office, with a somewhat varied approach to try to appease all parties.
Over half (52%) of employees want a hybrid approach to work (McKinsey), and 66% of employers are redesigning their office space to support this way of working (Microsoft).
But what does hybrid look like, exactly?
According to Qualtrics, ‘hybrid work is a flexible working model where employees work partly in the physical workplace, and partly remotely – at home or from another workspace.’
So how does your business achieve the right balance?
Occupier advisory expert, David Thomas, explains his nine-step plan towards a hybrid work strategy that will help you to get the best out of hybrid (and your people), for your business.
It all boils down to a carrot, rather than a stick, approach.