How will the workplace of the future in the EC be?

The Commission's Communication on the workplace of the future (link) adopted last week includes several recommendations on the 3Bs - Behaviours, Bytes (technology) and Bricks (physical workspace). The bricks and bytes need to revolve around staff, and not the other way round.

The first recommendation for example suggests developing a comprehensive practical guide, training offer and awareness-raising campaign on new ways of working for staff and managers. The guide should explain how to:
• implement flexible working taking into account organisational, team and individual needs;
• manage by results;
• foster a culture of trust, empowerment and psychological safety;
• collective intelligence: collaborate, communicate and share knowledge;
• continuously look for improvements in the way work is done;
• embrace environmentally friendly behaviours;
• make the most of new technology and different types of office accommodation (collaborative spaces, individual offices and shared offices).

What could you do in your unit or delegation to take some of these recommendations forward? Anything in the Communication that jumps out for you?

Stay tuned for more KM solutions to meet these ambitious goals.