New Work: The working world of the future

Find out all about the „New Work trend“ and what advantages and disadvantages it brings. The world of work is constantly changing and new work concepts that want to create an office of the future are increasingly shaping the discussion about the future of work– including the New Work trend.

But what does New Work actually mean? What other trends are there in the modern world of work and how do they differ? As an experienced provider of conference room technology and media technology, we at ComPeri are also looking at the New Work megatrend, analyzing the advantages and disadvantages and comparing it with other current developments.

- New Work: The working world of the future

What does New Work mean?

The term „New Work“ was coined by social philosopher Frithjof Bergmann and describes a work model that focuses on people and their needs. New Work stands for flexibility, self-determination and the opportunity to fully exploit one's own potential. Instead of rigid hierarchies and traditional office structures, New Work focuses on individual freedom and creativity.

A New Work office is characterized by flexible room concepts, the range of office spaces and ergonomic furniture. It is technically well equipped to enable location-independent working and promotes a cooperative and creative working culture.

Current trends in the world of work

In addition to New Work, there are other important trends that will shape the working world of the future:

Remote work: Working from anywhere, not just from home, but also in coworking spaces or abroad. This flexibility enables employees to adapt their work optimally to their personal circumstances. It is important to set up the home office optimally.
Gig economy: Short-term, project-based working relationships instead of permanent jobs. This offers companies the opportunity to react quickly to market changes and buy in specialized expertise on a project-by-project basis.
Automation and the use of AI: Employers can increase efficiency by using artificial intelligence and automating numerous processes. Modern technologies relieve employees of monotonous tasks and create space for more creative tasks.
Wellbeing and work-life balance: The focus here is on employee wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance. Health promotion programs and flexible working hours are key measures here to increase satisfaction and productivity.
Modern room concepts: The design of the workplace is also optimized. Huddle rooms – small, technically well-equipped rooms for spontaneous meetings – or Open Space Büros are currently very popular. These space concepts promote collaboration and creativity among employees and increase productivity and well-being in equal measure.

New Work Criticism: Advantages vs. disadvantages of the New Work megatrend

Advantages of New Work	Disadvantages of New Work
Increased motivation and satisfaction: More self-determination and meaningful tasks make employees feel more motivated and satisfied. Unclear structures: Too much flexibility can lead to uncertainty and inefficient work.
Better work-life balance: Flexibility enables employees to achieve a better work-life balance. Borders between work and private life: The blurred boundaries can lead to overwork and stress.
Creativity and innovation: Free spaces and flat hierarchies promote creative ideas and innovation.	Inequality: Not all employees have the same opportunities for self-determination and flexibility.
Attractiveness as an employer: Companies that implement New Work concepts are regarded as modern and attractive employers.	Challenge of implementation: The successful implementation of New Work requires an open corporate culture and a willingness to change.
Efficient use of resources: Flexible working models allow resources such as office space to be used more efficiently.	Technological dependency: New work models are often heavily dependent on technological solutions, which can lead to infrastructure and data protection challenges.

Realizing the New Work trend with ComPeri

With over 25 years of experience in the fields of conference room and media technology, ComPeri is the right partner when it comes to planning your New Work office. Since high-quality technical equipment plays a key role in providing your employees with the flexibility they need;We equip you with the right video conferencing technology, presentation technology and modern office equipment.

Our services include the conception and planning of a suitable office concept for you, the subsequent furnishing of your office;set-up of your conference rooms and the installation of the selected hardware and software. We then take care of the regular maintenance and repair of your technical equipment as a matter of course. Do you also want to take the step into the working world of the future and bring the New Work concept into your company? Then Comperi will be happy to support you!

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