As we all make an effort to keep our businesses operating by working from home, there are many employees who may be resistant to return to work. Consequently, it is widely thought that the aftermath of Covid-19 may result in a seismic shift towards remote working, so-called the ‘distributed workforce revolution’. This is causing a great deal of concern for employers who fear a lack of control and are not accustomed to ‘macro-managing’.

However, at Neslo Partitioning, we are unsure how likely it is that the ‘distributed workforce revolution’ will ever become a reality, as most employees thrive within a social office environment. Furthermore, there are several benefits to working in a physical office space, which employees tend to overlook.

Time Management

When an employee is required to travel to work, it is necessary for them to have a certain degree of time management skills and these can be developed over time. The majority of employees will be required to start and finish at a particular time, 9am to 5pm for example, with a 30 minute or 1-hour lunch break between. Eventually, a pattern emerges, and their actions become routine, helping to promote punctuality and productivity.

Working within a physical office environment can also help make the distinction between professional life and personal life, to achieve the coveted ‘work-life balance’ and maintain staff morale.

Networking and Collaboration

With all employees and senior members of the workforce under one roof, it is a great deal easier to communicate between one another and collaborate on projects, allowing for shared ideas of mutual benefit. This can also be beneficial to the long-term career opportunities of an individual as it is a prime opportunity for them to showcase their leadership skills and build meaningful connections with their senior colleagues.

Elevated Company Culture

Working within a social and professional environment can help elevate the company culture for several reasons.

With regard to an individual’s professional development, the necessity to present a professional image and dress smartly can be heavily influential in creating a good impression, whilst providing an opportunity to learn and demonstrate managerial skills and leadership qualities.

Meanwhile, working within a group alongside others can make it a great deal easier to form workplace relationships, compared to over the phone or through a skype meeting, and this plays a large role in a person’s job satisfaction. Once these social foundations are established, individuals are then more likely to share their opinions and engage in collaborative projects.

Once lockdown has been lifted by the UK government, it will be your responsibility to make your employees return to work as smooth and as enjoyable as possible. Why not treat them to a new, modern and bright office? For more information on how we can help, contact Neslo Partitioning now on 0333 358 3003.