January 2016 | Arnold's Used Office Furniture

Create Trust and Transparency With Your Office Design

Jan 21 2016, 2 comments

The traditional way of conducting business is rapidly changing, largely in response to the technological and cultural shift caused by the both the increased influence of the Internet and the rise of a new generation in the workplace. As neckties give way to hoodies and formal meetings make way for informal brainstorming sessions, one major trend is making a huge impact on the way businesses interact with their employees: the demand for transparency.

Transparency in the workplace manifests itself in several ways. Regularly sharing open and honest information about company performance and goals, providing regular feedback and updates on projects, and creating a safe space for employees to share concerns and ideas are all important aspects of a transparent workplace. Even some of the “fluffier” work trends, like casual dress codes and flexible schedules, are a manifestation of this desire for transparency at work. At its heart, the demand for workplace transparency is an expression of the need for trust, respect, and understanding. Employees devote a huge percentage of their prime years to the workplace, so it should be no surprise that in return they are now asking to be treated as trusted adults with human needs, rather than as professional simulacra simply there to perform a job.

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Create Trust and Transparency With Your Office Design

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