Companies have had to compete for the best talent in 2022 as it has been very much a candidates’ market. In some cases, they have offered permanent flexible working and have had to think carefully about how to retain talent, as the Great Resignation has continued. What will happen next year? Looking forward, here are our top 4 work predictions for 2023.
Increased Work Surveillance
Remote working remains here to stay, with an increased number of companies offering hybrid working as a long-term option. Due to this, employee tracking software looks like it is going to become more popular and more sophisticated.
The tracking can also be used to ensure workers are taking care of their wellbeing by taking regular breaks and getting up from their desk to move around. However, organisations will need to be careful that they are not infringing on employees’ privacy
Metaverse-like Technology
Another impact of remote working has been the boom in online meeting software. Zoom has started to roll out new functionality, such as virtual meeting rooms and whiteboards, in its bid to move towards metaverse-like technology.
Microsoft’s Mesh software has added avatars and mixed reality functionality to its Microsoft Teams meeting and collaboration platform.
Flexible Working Becomes the Norm
In the UK this month, the Government announced that they would be bringing forward legislation to allow employees to request flexible working from day one of their employment, rather than waiting 26 weeks under current law.
Government ministers have said that they wish to make flexible working the default arrangement; whether it be hybrid working, term-time working, remote working or part time working.
Under the new legislation, employers will also be required to discuss other options before dismissing the request. For example, giving flexible working on some days and not others.
Mental Health Continues to Be Significant
The move towards employers looking after the mental health of their employees started during the pandemic. Due to the cost-of-living crisis and an uncertain economy, mental health will continue to be at the forefront of conversations.
Companies will be looking to retain talent, due to a continued shortage of workers and so will be keen to avoid burnout in their employees. They may offer a package of benefits to support their workers mental health and wellbeing.
Now you’ve read our top 4 work predictions for 2023, what are your predictions?
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