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Are you considering what communications technology you need in place to drive productivity in a hybrid work setting? Or are you dead set on a new intranet but haven’t considered the alternatives out there? Perhaps you’re wondering how other companies are organising company knowledge and can’t see the wood for the trees in your business? If you’re going in circles then come on in and find out how to make the right choice for your organisation, the reasons why intranets fail so often and the different models companies are adopting to replace or modernise the traditional intranet. Caveat: this is NOT just for techies, we cover the people, culture and business aspects of choosing communications technology and intranets. In fact, we take a deeper dive into why the needs of people matter when making communications technology choices. We also discuss how the rise of consumer technology is impacting us at work and why the future of work matters when considering your next intranet move. Whether your intranet is a thorn in your side OR your crowning glory, this episode will give you the lowdown on what’s next for the modern intranet and workplace technology. And if you’re in the ‘why have an intranet’ camp there’s plenty here to drive the conversation with your business.  In this episode we’re discussing: The legacy of early intranets and how old thinking still impacts organisations today 3:37 Definition of the ‘intranet’ - knowledge repository or news channel? 4:22 What are the alternatives to an intranet? 5:56 OR  The benefits of social technology vs an intranet 6:41   The rise of the personalised news feed v static intranets 7:37  How does your organisation type influence your technology choice? 858 What are the factors you need to consider when choosing a new intranet solution? 8:58 Why some companies are ditching the intranet in favour of social collaboration 9:19 The biggest reason intranets fail and how you can avoid this 10:52 The three most popular models for organising company information 11:17 The disadvantages of an intranet & why companies replace them every 3-5 years 14:00 Is Microsoft Teams the answer to everything? 15:05 Who you need to get involved in the decision and why 2332 The ESSENTIAL thing you need to do avoid making a comms technology mistake 28:44 The rise of ‘shadow’ IT 30:39 New to market ‘intranet’ options that are changing the game 33:36 Why forgetting front line workers is a mistake 34:34 Key resources mentioned in this episode: Book an exploratory chat with Phil & Caroline  We offer a limited number of insights sessions each month so that you can gain clarity on the right tech solutions for your business and hear market insights from similar organisations. These opportunities are limited - so if you’d like our insights and a transparent conversation about how we could support your goals, book here now: bit.ly/book-an-insights-call If you have any questions on the modern intranet, other workplace technology or communications strategy please feel free to email [email protected] or [email protected] we’ll be more than happy to answer your questions personally. Listen to our Future of Work episode Don’t forget to check out the Future of Work podcast episode we mention if you are interested in what people want from work and how this influences your communications technology choices. Episode Web Page https://the300.co/do-you-still-need-an-intranet-these-days-podcast-episode/

Are you wondering what the workplace and communicating at work will look like in the next month, 6 months, or even a year from now? Are you up to date on what employers and their employees are saying in regards to their return to the office? Will there even be an office to return to? Welcome to the very first episode of This is Communications!    In this episode, co-hosts Caroline Watkin and Phil Jenkins provide data backed perspectives on the future of work, and why company leaders and employees alike should be prepared for massive shifts in internal communications and the way we work together.   Caroline and Phil discuss how COVID has impacted how work is being done, and the direction firms are considering taking in the near future as things return to a state of normalcy. They also take a look at how forward thinking organisations are moving from email/meeting cultures to social collaboration as a way to make team work faster and more effective in a hybrid work setting. They also get into how working from home has impacted major firms communications, and also how it has impacted team productivity, morale, and ultimately results. They highlight some of the things that modern workers want to get out of their jobs, as well as the types of communication technology that is truly paving the road forward within organisations.    Today’s podcast will give you insight into future work trends so that you have the right workplace communications in place to truly engage your people and get them working productively.    If you’ve been wondering how to work effectively in the coming months, click play and tune in! In This Episode [2:40] We’re facing really big questions about the future of work [5:15] What are some of the driving forces behind the changes happening in the workforce? [9:36] What do people want from their work now? [14:50] Which aspects of company culture need to be taken into account now? [19:50] Where will we be working now that people have gotten a taste for working from home? [27:50] Is working from home actually an improvement and is it suitable for everyone? [36:40] With automated systems becoming more common, how are companies using bots to effectively communicate at scale? [38:40] A few workplace trends to keep an eye on as things move forward. [44:00] How the spirit of collaboration is changing, and why it’s more important than ever.   Quotes “We’re in a period of disruptive change and there’s a heck of a lot more to come and we need to be prepared for it” - Phil Jenkins “We all benefit from working in a  more open, collaborative, visual way” - Caroline Watkin “Good communications is about first and foremost listening to the people, it’s not just about those top down communications” - Caroline Watkin “Culture is a potential competitive advantage” - Phil Jenkins “We need a way to easily connect everybody” - Caroline Watkin   Links & Resources Book an exploratory conversation with us. We’re offering exploratory sessions on how the future of work and workplace communications technology impacts your business so if you have any questions get in touch and see how it can benefit your business. These opportunities are incredibly limited - so if you’d like our eyes on your business and a totally transparent conversation about how we could support your goals, email: [email protected]