1、The design of work post COVID-19 By Mercers Karen Shellenback and Samantha Polovina Planning for the phased return to the office is front of mind for corporate leaders that dispersed their knowledge workers into their homes six weeks ago. When the “all clear” or “mostly clear” message is given and o
2、ffice workers are allowed to phase back into the workplace returning humans are likely to find the work environment substantially different from when they left. Executives in HR, facilities, real estate, line of business leaders, and technology experts are scenario planning now as office-based work
3、may be a reality for some locations in just a few weeks. The task to bring hundreds or even thousands of workers back into healthy workplaces is a monumental endeavor that must take into account the physical space, the trepidations of workers, new sanitation requirements, and healthy work practices
4、and additional costs all at a time when the economy and resources are stretched (87% of organizations surveyed report moderate to high impact of COVID-19 on companys financial performance in 2020 Mercer COVID-19 survey live results). COVID-19 workplace design teams will need to balance the logistics
5、 of phasing in office employees while implementing healthy workplace practices with business continuity and financial imperatives. So, what do executives and HR leaders need to consider to move forward on a “healthy return to the office”? Based on workspace design, facilities planning, real estate,
6、and health experts as well as our own Mercer experts and clients here is what we believe are core leading practices for a “return to work” situation never experienced in modern workforce history. MERCER TALENT ALL ACCES S Clients are asking, “What do I need to know to start planning now?” Office spa