Substance over style

THIS WEEK'S TOPIC: What benefits and perks are truly valued by your employees? Are these measures effective in achieving their aims, namely attracting and retaining staff, and improving motivation and productivity?

Chris Fossick Chief Executive Officer, South-east Asia JLL

JLL's research on the future of work confirms that quality workspaces act as a strategic differentiator for talent retention. To embrace the diversity of workstyles and tasks, offices now have a myriad of work-points for collaborating, doing focus work, standing at adjustable desks or snacking in the work cafe. Having wellness studios, pocket gardens, rest pods and community programmers helps to foster engagement and belonging. Technology enables seamless flexibility: sensors drive demand-driven services and informed facilities management while user apps grant access to rooms, phones, photocopiers and lockers. We find that the ultimate motivator is an inclusive work culture that mirrors flexible real estate: one that supports work-life balance and empowers employees to achieve their ambitions.