Comments on: The Future of HR: Agile Workplaces

By: Why HR Will Never Embrace Social Media | HRM Today

Why HR Will Never Embrace Social Media | HRM Today — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 04:41:13 +0000

[...] when it comes to the present day implementation of social media and emerging technologies, I argue that HR is crazy — crazy like a fox. The day we embrace technology & demand that our [...]

By: Trish

Trish — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 01:52:22 +0000

@Steve- Great point. The agile workplace certainly would not be likely to work if leaders were not required to participate and be held accountable. This was such a highlight of the entire conference. Thanks for adding to the post.

@Todd- I think you make a great observation. Currently, most companies will not embrace this type of work arrangement, but as the boomers retire, I think we’ll see more and more options for work arrangements. So glad you commented. Thank you.

@Laura- You hit on a key element- cost. While some initiatives have greater cost up front, over time they will really pay off. I know that was one thing that Unilever faced with their telepresence. Thanks for commenting and sharing your link.

@Benjamin- thanks for stopping by. you know I always welcome the 513 on my blog! ha ha I love your idea to share the sessions that, to put it delicately, were not as effective or progressive. I’ll have to think about that a bit.

@Andrew- So many great points! Thank you for adding them. I have heard that both the financial services sector and healthcare offer the most flexibility. Sounds like you’ve got first hand experience. So glad you commented.

By: Why HR Will Never Embrace Social Media | Punk Rock Human Resources

Why HR Will Never Embrace Social Media | Punk Rock Human Resources — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:46:40 +0000

[...] when it comes to the present day implementation of social media and emerging technologies, I argue that HR is crazy — crazy like a fox. The day we embrace technology & demand that [...]

By: Andrew Mawson

Andrew Mawson — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 15:46:29 +0000

You may also want to see http://www.workplacetv.com. That is another good source of information in video format on the evolution of work and the workplace…

By: Andrew Mawson

Andrew Mawson — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 15:40:24 +0000

Over the course of the last couple of years we’ve transitioned some 15,000 people to Agile Working, mostly in offices…not so much Home Working particularly in the Finacial Services sector.

I’m always impressed by what people tell us after implementation… ‘It has helped me be more effective, I have to plan my work more’ , ‘it helps build trust between colleagues and teams because you get to sit with different people’ …’ it has helped me be more productive’….

As well as space saving that most people refer to Agile Working reduces CO2 per head and energises the atmosphere of the organisation….

But of course if you are applying these ideas in traditional businesses ithe key to effective implementation is ‘a good reason’ and a well orchestrated change programme….