How Technology Will Disrupt The Workplace
The traditional workplace is transforming, impacting the way
we hire talent, where teams work from, how we communicate with them, and we
deploy health management systems. As a result, employee engagement and
productivity levels, are expected to take on a new form. Here are the
forecasted technological and behavioral trends that will change the business
world:
- How we hire - HR strategies are being revised: The growing
global tech talent gap, which has an estimated few million vacancies in key
developing and developed markets, will need to be filled. Companies are now
moving towards finding talent from the rise of the human cloud, sourcing talent
on demand from talent platforms. Accordingly, HR strategies will need to adapt,
to either hire talent based on digital skills needed for the future or upskill
existent professionals.
- Where we work: More and more professionals are moving out of
the conventional office setup, and choosing to work in either cafes, coworking
spaces or from home due to increased connectivity. Whilst companies may feel
they have ‘less control’ over their team members, this isn’t always a bad
thing. More comfortable work structures, as well as faster internet speeds
(5G), will allow teams to be more innovative, when they choose where to work
from. In addition, with the rise of the crowdsourcing and the Gig Economy,
companies can source exceptional talent, on a freelance or part-time basis.
- How we work & communicate with accuracy: Augmented
Reality (AR), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning, will change
the dynamics of the workplace, increasing levels of productivity and
engagement. If adopted efficiently, AR, AI and machine learning, will change
the course of how work is carried out, automating many processes, and allowing
teams to free up their time to focus on innovative and strategic ventures. With
AI, companies can also increase accuracy and the risks / costs of forecasts. In
addition, AI is being used to effectively communicate with team members in
real-time, to cascade important messages through different forms.
- How healthcare will take on a new life: The traditional
approach to employee sick days and doctors’ visits are being revisited, with
the rise of digitized healthcare companies and Apps. Companies are now working
on preventive measures, to ensure health problems and rising stress levels are
kept at bay. With newly devised digital health solutions, internal wellness
programs and outdoor activities, teams can now be part of a healthier workplace.
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on November 07, 2019
by Beirut Digital District