In today’s fast-paced business world, companies are re-evaluating their workplace strategies with a focus on flexibility and adaptability. The pandemic highlighted the need for agility, leading businesses to phase in changes gradually to stay productive. At Logitech, we see this firsthand as we help businesses create collaborative, comfortable, and efficient workspaces, ready for the future of hybrid work.
Enterprise and the need for refurbs
Businesses are now taking a cautious approach to restructuring workplace dynamics and office setups. Pre-COVID, companies were making bold decisions about their operational strategies and purchasing everything in one go. Now, we see businesses phasing these changes in gradually, allowing them to remain agile in their decision-making. This shift reflects a key lesson from the pandemic: the need for rapid adaptability to maintain peak productivity.
Given technology’s ever-changing nature, this fluid approach to workplace operations is essential. Reacting swiftly to technological advancements can drive continuous productivity improvements, making it crucial to incorporate these considerations into future workplace planning and budgeting.
Achieving flexibility in the hybrid workplace
Flexibility in the hybrid workplace demands careful planning and the right technology partners. Choosing a provider that understands this journey can be a game-changer.
At Logitech, we are a full-scale technology provider that is solution-based. We work with our clients on long-term roadmaps that allow for adaptability and resilience to be rolled out in phases, meeting the needs and financial expectations of the business. This process focuses on the human element before the specs, always returning to how we can improve collaboration and optimise productivity within the workplace. When we put people first, the solution becomes obvious.
As the hybrid workplace reaches mainstream adoption, businesses are approaching their future office space and remote workspace planning with quiet confidence. This careful planning leads to a technologically advanced, connected workplace where employees thrive with ease and speed. It is an exciting evolution for the workforce.
Three practical considerations
Here are my top three technology considerations for businesses embarking on office refurbishments:
1. Start with the design team
Ensure that technology considerations are integrated into the initial design phase. The placement of video conferencing equipment, for example, will influence furniture decisions, room layouts, and infrastructure requirements.
2. Don’t forget the huddle rooms
Smaller meeting rooms are often overlooked in tech planning. However, in a hybrid workplace, these spaces can become the most utilised. Equipping them with practical conferencing technology is essential for supporting collaboration.
3. The home office
Seamless office-to-home collaboration is crucial. Planning should include how employees are set up at home to maintain productivity levels comparable to the office. Providing good monitors, webcams, keyboards, and mice can ensure a smooth transition between work environments.
Sean Byrne is head of B2B at Logitech ANZ.