Workplace Trends That Will Shape 2023

It is fair to say that the workplace has completely evolved in recent years. Many of the changes were expected to be seen in ten years time, but due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it has excelled the implementation of these changes. As a result, employers have seen a shift in the way in which the workplace is perceived and how employees work.

It can be difficult to predict the future but it is important to look ahead so you can prepare your business for what might come. It will also help you to take advantage of opportunities and so, here are several workplace trends that will shape 2023. Which ones will you embrace?

Hybrid Working

Lockdowns and isolating thrust remote working into the limelight, turning it from something that employers didn’t want to embrace, to something they had to embrace. However, a by-product of remote working is a reduction in costs, a happier workplace, and even productivity improvements, so it is fair to say that remote working is not going anywhere.

It is not as clear cut as that though because employers are not completely convinced that remote working is the best way forward for their businesses. Sure, it is going to become a part of the modern workplace but there have been negative elements to it that employers are going to want to remove.

Employers have found it difficult to improve morale, collaboration and engagement and so, employers are going to look at fine-tuning their hybrid working arrangements to improve the workplace, mental health, and culture.

At Envelo, we understand that the office environment needs to be deemed a safe place to encourage employees back into the workplace. We offer solutions that provide real-time data so employees can see you’re taking action to improve the overall health and well-being of your workplace.

Salary Transparency Will Be Key

Salary secrecy has been a gremlin on the back of employers for some time, especially when it comes to salary equality. Employees are now expecting employers to become more transparent when it comes to salaries. This is also true for employees who will be expected to speak more openly about their earnings.

For decades it has been a 'taboo' subject to talk about salaries, but being more open can help to attract new talent and retain existing talent. The younger generation considers this to be hugely important especially given that they are comfortable talking about salaries. So, this means that employers are going to need to be more transparent but they are also going to have to encourage employees to talk more freely.

Sustainability

Pressure is still building on employers to become more sustainable and environmentally friendly, and this is where Environmental, Social, and Governance Credibility will come into focus.

Employees and consumers will scrutinise how businesses operate and how their behaviours are changing to become more sustainable. The entire workforce is going to be governed by this because they will have to prove their credibility to stakeholders, suppliers, consumers, and more. Transparency is key because there is no doubt that 2023 is going to be a turning point for employers and the workplace.

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Clarity on the Future

Employees are going to want to have a greater level of certainty from employers when it comes to the future of the business. Employees need clarity and transparency when it comes to the future and where the business is moving.

They want to know the current situation of the business, how it is positioned, and how it plans to become future-proof. It is all about reassurance because financial and reputational stability is key to employees. In addition to this, they want to know that the business is going to continue to offer opportunities for career growth as this is important to them. As a result, it has been found that around 53% of workers are seeking jobs that give them more security than their current role. This means that employers are going to need to engage with employees in the future and also show how they are committed to well-being, development and growth.

So, it is recommended that employees increase and improve messaging with regular updates to improve trust. They will also need to meet with employees to discuss their goals and pain points while they should put tailored development plans in place that provide training and mentoring.

Healthier Workplaces

Before the pandemic, the office or workplace was a place where we went to carry out roles and nothing more. However, Covid-19 restrictions have highlighted the implications surrounding cleanliness and hygiene and it also showcased how both were nothing more than a small consideration previously.

Therefore, employers will be expected to do more as employees consider their health and well-being to be of utmost importance. Employers will have to implement smart technology and solutions that make the workplace cleaner.

These solutions, such as those we at Envelo provide, will help to monitor air conditions and quality before taking action to make the necessary improvements. It will also help to monitor work surfaces and use predictive learning to help reduce energy costs and consumption, business costs, and workplace sickness.

An improved workplace can bring with it so many advantages. It can help to improve cleaning regimes, reduce energy costs and make informed decisions that ensure workplaces are not overcrowded. This all leads to a workplace that is comfortable and productive, both of which are things that employees are looking for.

A Wider Global Reach

It was once the case that businesses would only reach national markets due to logistics and geographical barriers. However, this is no longer the case because it has never been easier to find talent from around the world and this is going to become a part of the workplace in 2023.

When businesses spread their wings and look further afield it means that they can access a larger pool of talent. It also enables businesses to operate in different time zones and stay available throughout every hour of the day. In addition to this, businesses will have the potential to expand into new markets. This is not a completely new trend because organisations are doing this right now.

This is going to affect leadership, communications, engagement, and onboarding, but it will mean an improvement in collaboration.

There is no doubt that 2023 is going to be a year that is filled with changes in the workplace. The changes we have seen in recent years have been the drivers behind the latest set of trends but if employers want to keep their workforce satisfied and their workplace inviting, then they are going to need to embrace some of these trends.

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