Future Of Work Podcast How to Design Workplaces for Focus, Flexibility, and Community with Ryan Anderson
Mar 7, 2023
Ryan Anderson, VP of Global Research and Planning at MillerKnoll, shares his expertise on workplace transformation. He discusses the challenges and opportunities of hybrid models, emphasizing the need for flexible and inclusive designs. Ryan explores how repurposing urban spaces can create vibrant communities, and how technology impacts employee well-being. He advocates for prioritizing employee-driven design to cultivate collaboration, while addressing the significance of adapting workplaces in the era of remote work and evolving tech.
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Varied Return-to-Office Realities
- Return-to-office rates vary greatly by city, influenced by commute and local factors.
- Redeveloping cities to balance living and working spaces benefits both residents and office use long-term.
Hybrid Work Is Just a Balance
- Simply labeling work as hybrid without redesigning processes traps organizations.
- True flexibility requires rethinking how teams function and defining schedules and locations thoughtfully.
Enable Team Autonomy
- Empower teams and individuals with autonomy over how, when, and where they work.
- Engage with personal needs and challenges to create sustainable productivity and flexibility.