In this article, we will discuss how our Salinas managed IT services can help your business implement the correct technology to support your workforce.
What does it mean to build a modern workplace?
The way we live and work is changing every day, especially in light of the coronavirus pandemic. Building a modern workplace is about acknowledging these changes and adapting organizational models, structures and processes to adhere to the ever changing modern world.
Every process in business is dependent in technology now days, from selling to customers to filing expenses, thus workplace modernization is largely tech related. However, businesses should be wary not to neglect seemingly non-tech related dynamics, such as employee wellbeing and attracting talent. Because, ultimately, modernizing the workplace is about people, not about technology.
Modernizing or digitally transforming your business is a case of problem-solving. Whereby, every process and experience within an organization is reviewed and improved to adapt to the modern era (this includes everything from staff satisfaction and customer experience to the way you store your data or sell to customers). Continual evaluation and improvement, largely with the implementation of relevant technology, enables businesses to grow, achieve goals and outperform competitors.
But fundamentally, people are at the heart of building a modern workplace. Every piece of new technology that’s implemented should be centered around what is best for your customers, clients and employees – because happy people enhance growth, brand and profit, ultimately leading to success.
When should I begin modernizing my workplace?
Put simply, as soon as possible.
Digital transformation has become somewhat of a buzzword in recent years, meaning most businesses are beginning to realize that they need to implement technological changes to modernize their workplaces now or risk losing out to their competitors.
If executed correctly, the results of establishing a modern workplace are astounding…
“A fundamental change of mind-set, focusing on the customer, along with operational and IT improvements, can generate a 20-30% uplift in customer satisfaction, a 10-20% improvement in employee satisfaction, and economic gains ranging from 20-50%.”
Microsoft 365 – the ideal toolkit for a modern workplace
So, now that you’re beginning to make moves towards workplace modernization… Where do you start?
We recommend Microsoft 365 as the ideal toolkit for building a modern workplace.
Microsoft 365 includes a diverse range of apps and services that go far beyond the core Office apps (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) that most of us use every day. Here are some key benefits and features:
- Most apps and services are cloud-based, meaning they can be accessed securely from anywhere, at any time, using any device – which is fundamental for effective remote working.
- Business owners and senior leaders can control how apps and devices are used by restricting access and implementing additional security measures (such as multi-factor authentication) – maximizing the security of your data.
- Apps can be used to streamline processes in almost every aspect of your business, e.g. for booking meetings, attending video calls, contacting colleagues via instant messages, sharing videos, and so much more.
- Data leakage prevention measures can be implemented across all employee inboxes, helping to identify and block data from being sent accidentally or maliciously to contacts outside of your organization.
- Email data can be stored long-term (even if emails have been deleted), ensuring that you’re compliant with standard and industry regulations.
- Features can be implemented that enable employees to sign into all cloud-based applications (e.g. Sage, Salesforce) only once per day – boosting the productivity of your business.
These benefits will help you to build a modern workplace, whereby the experiences of employees and customers will be significantly improved. What’s so great about Microsoft 365 is that you can tailor your subscription to the needs of your business, opting for as many or as few services as you like. As such, you will only be investing in tools that directly benefit your business.
Adaptive Information Systems was founded with the mission to help businesses get the most out of their technology investments. Are you looking for great Salinas managed IT services? We are ready to manage your IT needs so you can focus on running your business.
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