Workplace strategy and wellbeing Workplace strategy is a cornerstone of any office fit out, but in a government context it must balance organisational objectives with public accountability, workforce diversity and operational requirements across departments and agencies.
The benefits of supporting employee wellbeing are clear. Global analysis shows that employees with high wellbeing were four times more likely to report that they could do their best work, yet only 40% of respondents experienced it. This is a significant gap, with the workplace itself providing key levers to help narrow the divide. While these are consistent design principles, their effective delivery must be tailored to each organisation. A well-considered government workplace strategy combines qualitative and quantitative insights across departments. This will enable the development of a spectrum of spaces, experiences and design responses that support productivity, employee experience and wellbeing in a right-sized way.
The fit out reflects prior decisions on where, how and why employees will undertake their roles, and what is required from the office to support employee experience, productivity and wellbeing. The latest research on workplace strategy points 1 to the pivotal role the office plays in connection, collaboration, and innovation while also supporting individual, focused work. Designing to balance this range of employee needs has a direct impact on the employee and workplace experience. Together, these factors will support overall productivity, but there is an often overlooked element. Employee wellbeing has become a defining issue for private and public organisations, with many falling short, especially when it comes to how the workplace environment can support it.
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