What’s an excellent mindset for Human Resources professionals? For us, it’s about remembering the past and thinking about the future. Recent years have changed a lot about the workplace, which has resulted in the need for changes in HR. This blog post will talk about the key HR trends that will shape the workforce for 2022 and beyond.
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Hybrid Work Models
A survey conducted by Gartner in 2020 revealed that almost half of companies would allow their employees to work remotely even after the pandemic. Other companies will also introduce flexible working days. With this in mind, hybrid offices are becoming more prevalent in the HR world in 2022. It offers a variety of tools and features to help organizations organize their work.
A partial remote working arrangement is where some or all of the employees work from home while another individual does the work on-site. It can be a common scenario for companies due to security concerns.
A flexible working arrangement allows employees to work from home or the office while maintaining their regular schedule. It can also help them manage their time and work more efficiently.
In response to the increasing demand for office space, companies are no longer willing to pay long-term rent. Instead, they are investing in space that will function as their headquarters.
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Changing Employee Experience
The concept of the employee experience has shifted from being associated with a physical presence to one that’s more about the person’s life experience. According to a report released by McKinsey & Company, in 2021, companies will focus on developing strong leadership and developing a supportive environment to attract and retain talent.
In 2022, companies will be implementing new strategies and techniques to improve their employee experiences. These include developing effective communication techniques, offering flexible working arrangements, and developing effective benefits packages.
One of the first steps that companies will take is developing effective benefits packages that will help their employees manage their daily routines. A study conducted by Hartford in 2020 revealed that employees are becoming more interested in various perks such as paid time off and employee assistance programs. Additionally, including mental health coverage will become more common.
Companies will also start adopting a shift away from being offline to an online-based culture. Aside from regular office hours, they’ll also begin offering a variety of online activities such as yoga classes, team building parties, and fitness programs.
In 2022, we’ll also see companies offering benefits such as food delivery services to their employees, eliminating the need to go grocery shopping. These bonuses demonstrate the company’s commitment to its employees and show that it’s genuinely caring.