Since COVID and lockdown brought major changes to the way we work, shared workspaces have become more important than ever. Even though some companies have gone back to the usual on-site work model, many have embraced a new way to work. Remote work has evolved from working from home to a way for employees outside of the office in any location. The advancement of tools that increase accountability has given companies peace of mind knowing that employees are not wasting time. In fact, evidence continues to show that working outside the office can boost productivity and improve employee job satisfaction.
For companies wanting a more flexible solution, the hybrid working model has become a compromise that allows employees more flexibility in where and how they work, while companies have employees on-site some of the time for meetings. This approach is also favoured by companies who are not quite ready to go fully remote.
Where do shared workspaces come into the picture when it comes to hybrid working? Let’s take a look.
How Shared Workspaces Simplify Hybrid Working
We already know that shared workspaces are the ideal option for remote work. Unlike home offices, these spaces have no distractions. Employees can get to work in a space that is fully equipped with everything from backup power to fast, reliable WiFi, boardrooms for hire and even cafes. These spaces can be used for teams as well as individuals. This means that departments can work off-site a few days a week or month, in a more relaxed environment.
For businesses, hybrid work models can help to save resources. Even though this model does not offer the full extent of resource savings compared to fully remote work models, having employees on-site part-time rather than full-time still takes some pressure off.
Businesses using a hybrid model may start with this approach to test the waters, so to speak. Once they realise how well employees work in co-working spaces, there is more chance of moving to a fully remote work model. As there is a great level of accountability and trust involved when employees work in a designated workspace rather than a home environment, businesses will begin to see the benefits that remote work brings. Businesses will also start to see how much can be saved when transitioning from a hybrid to a fully remote model.
The hybrid approach can be seen as a stepping stone for businesses to take their company to a remote model, a compromise for employees who want to spend some time working outside the office or simply a way to improve work-life balance.
To find out more about how shared workspaces work for remote or hybrid work models, contact the Co.Unity team today.