As we continuously make our way towards a post-pandemic world, adapting to the new normal is necessary. Speaking of new normal, one big trend we are seeing in the workplace is going hybrid. In fact, some organizations consider going hybrid as the future of work.
Going hybrid means establishing a work setup that involves both working in the office and elsewhere, usually at home. Whether 50-50 or more onsite than remote or vice versa, a hybrid setup uses a combination of face-to-face meetings and video conferencing to ensure effective and efficient communication.
Why You Should Go Hybrid
Being in uncharted territories gave us the opportunity to explore and navigate through different setups, then decide which one works best for the organization. A hybrid workplace is becoming more popular because it supports a work-life balance. Furthermore, it’s safer and entails less commute and stress.
A hybrid workplace setup is also ideal for organizations that are not ready to fully transition into a 100% remote setup or go back to completely working in the office. Adapting a temporary hybrid workplace setup will be beneficial to ease in the transition from post-pandemic and benefit from the best of both worlds.
What are the types of hybrid workplace setups?
While you have the option to establish your own hybrid workplace model, it’s always helpful to first look at existing models and see if it matches the needs of your organization. Software company Whatfix suggests these three hybrid workplace models to consider:
Remote-First Model
This model entails working completely remotely with one exception – the organization identifies a select few of employees whose jobs require being physically present in the office. Organizations adapting this model act as a remote company, fostering virtual collaboration and online communication.
Occasional-Office Model
Acknowledging that not all organizations are willing to leave their offices behind, this model allows companies to create a work schedule for their employees that includes both working onsite and remotely. This model highlights how changing one’s working environment every now and then can impact productivity and engagement.
Office-Preferred, Remote-Allowed Model
Even before the pandemic hit, several organizations were already practicing this model. In this particular model, both office and remote work options are given to employees. However, the office is identified as the primary workplace. Furthermore, the organization gets to offer remote work to employees who have certain requirements that entitle them to work from home. As its name suggests, this model gives flexibility to both the organization and employees through the two options.
Going Hybrid with Convene
After identifying which model works best for the organization, the next step is to assess what tools can be used to ensure effective and efficient practice of the chosen model. Thankfully, Convene works seamlessly with any hybrid model.
With its powerful online web portal, easy-to-use tools, and multi-platform support, Convene is an innovative board management platform that streamlines meeting processes and enhances boardroom experiences. Working under a hybrid model requires a smart, simple, and secure platform that focuses on collaboration – Convene is just that. Find out more about the key features of a board portal you can adopt in your hybrid workplace setup.
Audrey is a Content Marketing Specialist at Convene, in charge of managing the production of quality content on the company’s website. A communication major keen on marketing, Audrey has been constantly seeking approaches to create tailored content—may it be about governance, digitalization, boards, or meetings—fit for the stakeholders. When not strategizing on the next ebook to produce, Audrey finds solitude in reading make-you-ugly-cry novels and listening to self-improvement podcasts.
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