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Future of work

Is your field force evolving to meet current needs?

Perspectives on opportunities from disruption and digitisation - from remote sales teams and community nurses, to first responders and trackside engineers.

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Boosting productivity in times of change

What can businesses learn from the responses of four major employers to the different needs of today’s dynamic workforce?

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Building back better

The pandemic had a transformative impact on UK organisations, with 91% saying it will change the way they do business forever. But what will the future actually look like?

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Freedom, flexibility and fulfilment

We explore the impact of dynamic working on the employee experience – from work-life balance to the way work is evaluated and rewarded.

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AI, automation and collaboration

As remote work accelerates the uptake of AI and automation, we explore how a dynamic workforce combines the best of human and digital talent.

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Talent, tools and spaces

As the question of where we work evolves, we explore the impact of the new dynamic workforce on workspace strategy and digital workplace tools.

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The future of work in post-2020 Britain

Our experts discuss three key areas for how work is changing: Embracing change; a changing workforce and culture; tools and technologies in evolution.

Point of view

There’s something wrong with ‘remote working’

The impact of COVID-19 made this specific term a part of everyday conversation. Bizarrely, the circumstances quickly told us this term was no longer needed.

Point of view

Management must change its mindset or move aside

Employers must get to grips with the new normal if they’re to continue supporting a balanced workforce and harmonious ‘workplace’ in the future.

Point of view

Want to improve productivity?

Not everyone works the same way. How can we ensure that a new model of output-based productivity is better for everyone in business?

Point of view

Innovation - the new corporate capital

What kind of hybrid workforce, comprised of different generations, skill sets and tech, could spark innovation in your business?

Point of view

Research: The flexible future of work

Our report reveals how employee attitudes towards remote working have strengthened during COVID-19, with many businesses accelerating their digital transformation.

Research

Business as unusual

Our experts look at some of the biggest issues affecting UK businesses and reveal the common questions asked by our business customers.

Point of view

How the workplace is changing

Our in-house experts and Customer Advisory Board provide tangible solutions to the challenges and opportunities that businesses are currently facing.

Report

What’s next for the digital workplace?

People use digital tools to work remotely, others to streamline processes on site. All of us stand to gain from digital working, no matter what industry we work in.

Point of view

Future of industry

Future of industry in the UK

Defining the culture and technology that will drive a new age of industry. Leaders share insights on digital transformation, cybersecurity, data, analytics and AI.

Point of view

Private networks

Security, cost reduction, productivity gains, or health and safety. Whatever your starting point, a private network will make digital transformation possible for industrial sites.

Whitepaper

The role of 5G

5G is one of the biggest opportunities to transform industry. It’s more than just pure connectivity. It has the potential to unlock new experiences and increase productivity.

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From digital to business transformation

How we adapt our operations and business strategies to our digital environment prescribes our ability to meet ever-changing customer needs.

Point of view

A balanced view in an unbalanced world

We look at considered customer experiences in the 2020s and beyond. And how we need to keep ahead of customer expectations.

Point of view

Connections for business growth

As connectivity is changing our lives at an ever-increasing pace, we take a look at how innovation in connectivity is key to driving future productivity.

Point of view

Future of society

Future of society: Building back better together

How technology and business can work together for a fairer, more sustainable society. Our experts give views on diversity, inclusion, smart cities and smart investments.

Whitepaper

The journey to net zero

In 2019, the UK made a legally binding pledge to commit to reach net zero emissions by 2050. We share five steps others can take to start their net zero journey.

Whitepaper

Greener connected future

We look at how connectivity and 5G solutions can reduce carbon emissions across four of the economy’s sectors - Transport, Utilities, Manufacturing, and Healthcare.

Whitepaper