This Accenture Future of Work Study 2021 of more than 9,000 workers around the world discovered that most people want a hybrid model, where they sometimes work remotely and sometimes go onsite.
The Accenture Future of Work Study 2021 explores what people need to be healthy and productive as we enter a new era of work.
A majority of workers (83%) prefer a hybrid work model, but a variety of factors influence their ability to thrive, whether they’re onsite or off.
Responsible leaders must move beyond physical location to shape the future of work by giving people resources tailored to their needs.
We found that 63% of high-growth companies have already adopted a “productivity anywhere” workforce model.
Why is a hybrid work model so appealing? It brings together the best of both worlds. Those who had a hybrid work model during Covid-19 had better mental health, stronger work relationships and were more likely to feel Net Better Off as a result of working for their organisations. They also experienced less burnout than those who worked entirely onsite or entirely remotely.
We also found that 25% of respondents worked fully onsite throughout the pandemic and are likely to remain onsite, whatever their personal preferences may be. These workers tend to be in the healthcare and retail industries and can be at administrative levels of their organisations.
While optimising remote work is a priority for many companies, we need to re-imagine onsite work life as well.