BakerStuart’s insight: When we are implementing agile working and advising Client to adopt more remote working we usually focus on the implementation of effective technologies like Lync and training tools like e-work.com. This article suggest a very different and much more human approach – implementing a buddy system. Over the last 10 years, while learning […]
“ADKAR” – a model for change management Change Management Tutorial Series
BakerStuart’s insight: ADKAR is the change management model we tend to use with our Clients. A very quick and easy methodology to get the hang off that helps tackle user resistance to transition. Here is a very useful introductory article. For more detailed information about the ADKAR Model, the first complete text on ADKAR, titled […]
The rise and fall of the hot desk: say hello to activity-based working
BakerStuart’s insight: Hot desking doesn’t work – is activity based working the answer? This article by Graeme Ditchburn gives a good overview of the change to a more activity focussed approach. Hot or not? Collaborative workspaces are increasingly common for offices, but also have implications for the employer and the employee. Arne Kuilman/Flickr, CC BY […]
Are Unlimited Vacation Days the Next Big Thing in the Workplace?
BakerStuart’s insight: Unlimited days off – sounds ideal. Although they hit the news last week, Virgin are not the first to give their employees unlimited vacation time. Virginia-based software company Aptify introduced the policy and found most employees continued to take the same amount of time off they always had, but they seemed much happier. […]
Employee burnout a major cause of absenteeism
BakerStuart’s insight: This survey by Canada Life of their employees reveals that 1 in 4 employees have taken sick leave when they have not been ill. 12% took time off due to stress and 23% due to family emergencies. This demonstrates that the introduction of more flexible working practices combined with employee well-being and counselling […]
5 Things That Make a Psychologically Healthy Workplace
BakerStuart’s insight: As well as physical health, the psychological wellbeing of staff has a major impact on morale, productivity, absenteeism and staff retention. The impact on the corporate bottom line is undeniable. This article highlights studies conducted in the US on the impact of a Psychologically Healthy Workplace. If you have ever torn your hair […]
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