The workplace. Discussions with multiple clients on their Return to Office (RTO) strategies have shown us that defining the sense of “place” matters greatly to the employees they want to attract, as well as those they want to retain. As a result, large office complexes may remain empty and commutes may continue trending to “short” or “none at all.”
There have been major disruptions in recent years that promise to change the very nature of work. From the ongoing shifts caused by the COVID19 pandemic, the impacts caused by automation, and other possible disruptions to the status quo, many wonder what the future holds in terms of employment. For example, a report by the McKinsey Global Institute estimated that automation will eliminate 73 million jobs by 2030.
To address this open question, we reached out to successful leaders in business, government, and labor, as well as thought leaders about the…