By recognizing that individuals and organizations have parallel needs, companies can implement measured and balanced post-pandemic transitions that benefit all stakeholders.
As we progress deeper into 2022, many companies find themselves at an important crossroads. If, as we all hope, the pandemic continues to subside, employers will have to choose their next move. They can return to pre-Covid norms and bring employees back to the office full time. Or they can opt for a new operating model. For many companies, this means broad adoption of remote work or establishing a hybrid office/remote setup.
Which path organizations choose will depend on many factors. The overall challenge lies in meeting the needs of employees without abandoning the needs of the business. Ideally, these are two concepts that will align as closely as possible.
Achieving balance is the ultimate goal in the process of transitioning to a post-pandemic normal. Overcorrecting in either direction can deprive one set of needs over the other. The onset of the pandemic forced businesses to quickly comply with public health mandates, and it was a baptism by fire for many. The luxury of this current juncture is the ability to assess lessons learned since 2020 and make informed choices about next steps.
Employers who embark on next steps with a “right-sizing” mindset that equally considers employee and organizational needs will set up their business for long-term success.
Download the full report to review:
1. The intersection of employee and organizational Hierarchies of Needs
2. The lessons learned from The Great Resignation and The Great Pivot
3. The process tools needed to diagnose needs, meet expectations and develop the right workplace solution for your company.