The most challenging aspect of preparing the Hybrid Workspace is letting go of the ways of working associated with the ‘old normal’. Hybrid Working requires a new way of looking at the office.

You need to engage and survey your people. From this you can understand both their behaviour and expectations, audit the changes required and establish what is acceptable for you and your team.

Parts of the office may require updating or refitting. You may only need meeting rooms and hot desks rather than multiple rooms with banks of workstation desks. Digital transformation may also play its part. Investment in technology will reduce other overheads.

This process of change must be seen a positive. As an opportunity to save costs, improve efficiency, and make employees happier, healthier and ultimately more productive.