The Covid-19 pandemic caused significant changes in the Marketplace of work, so many companies are still adapting their standards and practices to adapt to the post-pandemic reality. One such company is Google, which recently announced a change in its employment policy. The group is asking its employees to share their desks and office equipment with other colleagues.
This change is raising some concerns among employees, who wonder about security and privacy in a shared work environment. See more about this unexpected change.
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Google's new policy
Check out the reasons that led Google to adopt this new policy in its offices:
Post-pandemic
Google, one of the largest technology companies in the world, is undergoing a significant change in its work policy. After a series of layoffs made amid the pandemic, the group is asking its employees to share desks and equipment with other colleagues.
new policy
The “novelty” is an attempt to optimize the use of office space to reduce costs for the company. While this might seem like a drastic decision, Google isn't the only employer to take this approach.
Many companies around the world are adopting similar policies to save money on rent and office equipment.
Employee reaction
The change imposed by Google is not being welcomed by all employees. Many of them are concerned about the health and safety of sharing workspaces, especially as the risks of contracting Covid-19 still exist. Some fear it could increase the risk of contagion and affect productivity.
Other contributors are concerned about losing privacy and the potential for personal conflicts when sharing workspaces. Many feel the policy change is a step backwards from the collaborative and flexible work culture that Google has cultivated in recent years.
Changes for the future
The new table-sharing policy is an example of the many changes taking place in the medium due to the crisis. As companies continue to look for ways to save money so they can adapt to a very new environment, it is likely that more changes and challenges will arise in the future. It's up to employers and employees to work together to find solutions that meet everyone's needs.