Subj : Many companies still don't have the proper tech to support hybrid
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From : TechnologyDaily
Date : Fri May 03 2024 10:15:05

Many companies still don't have the proper tech to support hybrid working

Date:
Fri, 03 May 2024 09:13:10 +0000

Description:
Workers dont feel like they have the right software and hardware for hybrid 
working, but employers think theyre doing just fine.

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A new study carried out by imaging and electronics company Ricoh has unveiled 
that, despite the majority of workers being sent home at the beginning of the 
pandemic, many companies are still failing their staff when it comes to 
providing adequate digital equipment. 

According to the figures, fewer than one in three (28%) UK and Ireland 
employees feel that they have the right technology needed for seamless 
collaboration with colleagues across hybrid working setups. 

The research encompasses the thoughts of 2,000 workers and 300 
decision-makers, and like many other studies, reveals a disparity between 
expectations and reality. Hybrid workers arent being given the right kit 

Far from the first to reveal so, this Ricoh study found that only one in four 
decision-makers believe their current collaboration technology falls short of 
industry standards, compared with nearly three in four (72%) workers. 

A small but still considerable number of employees (15%) also noted a lack of 
access to essential software like Microsoft Teams and Zoom, with more than a 
quarter (28%) lacking the right hardware, like video conferencing equipment. 

Paula OBrien, Director of Sales at Ricoh UK, commented: The ability to 
collaborate seamlessly is not just a luxury but a necessity for 
organisational success. I feel passionately that by embracing innovative 
solutions that empower flexible working, businesses have enormous opportunity 
for growth now and in the future. 

The study also touched upon the weight that hybrid working has in a workers 
decision to move to or remain with a company nearly a quarter said that being 
able to hybrid work with the right tools is a key way to increase fulfilment 
at work. 

Nicola Downing, CEO of Ricoh Europe, added: Organisations have had several 
years to adapt to flexible working practices, so its startling that many are 
still falling behind in providing even the most basic technologies that 
facilitate collaboration and communication. More from TechRadar Pro Weve 
rounded up all the best hybrid working tech so you dont have to Many SMBs 
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Link to news story:
https://www.techradar.com/pro/many-companies-still-dont-have-the-proper-tech-t
o-support-hybrid-working


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