How businesses are benefiting from workplace management solutions in the new normal

‘Work from home’ or remote working was once a luxury only few could expect in their professional sojourns. But as 2020 came with the COVID-19 pandemic-induced lockdowns, it became a norm for businesses and professionals across the world, barring a few essential services. Some job trends confirm that even in the post-pandemic world, there’s a major chunk of the workforce that is not willing to return to offices. Where is the bottleneck? What should businesses do to tackle this challenge? Experts suggest that the right way ahead is integration of cutting-edge technology in the form of workplace management solutions.

Aastha Sharma, Co-Founder & Chief Evangelist at Veris, feels that a workplace in the new normal means crafting a certain experience for the employees. "Speaking about workplace dynamics a couple of years ago would majorly entail ergonomics or open-floor plans. Fast forward to now, and the entire narrative around what constitutes a 'workspace' has dramatically shifted. The aftermath of the pandemic not only changed where we work but drastically reshaped how we think about those spaces. Now, it's all about crafting experiences, ensuring safety, and providing real-time solutions tailored to immediate needs,” she opines.

The advent of the pandemic has accelerated a paradigm shift, necessitating a redefinition of what constitutes a workplace. It is no longer solely defined by its physical attributes but by its agility, resilience, and ability to foster innovation in the face of adversity. Our research and interactions with Workplace Enablers indicate a clear trend: the modern workspace has evolved from being a mere operational entity to an adaptive environment, driven by both technological advancement and human needs. 

Factors such as on-demand access to spaces and services, heightened safety protocols, and flexible workspace configurations are prerequisites for a modern office.

Leveraging state-of-the-art technologies and best practices, these Workplace Management Solutions are designed to facilitate an integrated workplace experience, addressing both immediate security and flexibility needs and long-term strategic goals around the RoI of real estate. 

As organisations transition into this 'new normal', these solutions ensure that they are equipped to navigate the present and to thrive in the future. 

Through continuous innovation and a client-centric approach, Veris - which provides services across 22 countries - has become a trusted partner for enterprises aiming to ensure their workplaces are agile, secure, and attuned to the on-demand needs of their workforce.

Yuvaraj Srivastava, the Group Chief Human Resources officer at one of India’s leading online travel companies, MakeMyTrip, believes that the key is creating workspaces that are beyond mere functionality. He says, "The focus at MakeMyTrip shifted dramatically post the outbreak of the pandemic. The safety, well-being, and seamless experience of our employees rose to the forefront. We aspire to create workspaces that are more than just functional, ones that thrive on data-driven insights and match the evolving expectations and safety needs of our team. With Veris by our side, we've made significant progress in making our aspirations into a tangible reality." Not just MakeMyTrip, Veris, which has been globally recognised among the top 10 companies in its domain, is working with businesses across scales, including global giants such as Genpact, Bosch and Loreal, among others.