How do you think work will change (in the next 2-5 years) due to technological advances?
Maria Noemi Hernandez
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I don't like using "new normal" after the pandemic π But I think asynchronous work will be the new normal very soon!
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Aaron O'Leary@aaronoleary
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I think flexibility will become a key focus going forward, I can see the concept of a 9-5 ending in favour of a more productive option
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@aaronoleary I couldn't agree more! This ties in with my idea of asynchronous work. We don't need to be 9-5 in front of a screen to collaborate and work together.
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I believe that work will become more and more automated as technology advances. This could lead to fewer jobs overall, but also new and more interesting jobs as we figure out how to best utilize automation.
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I love β€οΈ Async work. Some of the benefits I saw of working Asynchronously:
π It allows for more flexibility in terms of when you can communicate with others.
π It allows for more efficient communication.
π It allows for more thorough communication.
π It allows for better communication in situations where people are in different time zones or have different work schedules.
π It can help to reduce stress and improve work-life balance.
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The interesting concept is the Follow-The-Sun model, where a Team based in one geography (say US time zone) collaborates with a Team in Eastern Asia and another one in EMEA.
Basically, the work is being passed on and never stops, while people work in "sunny" hours. I know personally a couple of e-commerce and automotive players already doing that, but curious if smaller startups and SMBs will do the same soon.
Agree Maria. Asynchronous work will become common with workers having more freedom in where and how they want to work.
@mimih_arteaga Agree Maria. Uptake of asynchronous work would only increase going forward.
@jareer_samad Thanks for sharing your opinion, Jareer! Although we are already witnessing a lot of asynchronous work, I'm super confident that this type of work won't surprise as many people as it surprises today.
Work anytime, anywhere. Moreover, "smart office" will soon take a force! Productivity will be the goal instead of time attendance.
Teaming
'Asynchronous teamwork.' I think employees will demand more flexibility with working hours, remote/hybrid, etc. but also that the work will become more complex (as it has since the beginning of work) and require more actual teamwork, not just individual work.
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Hybrid model? Wfh + office hours/ events π€
@shivam_jha3 Yes, remote work culture will takeover traditional office jobs
More and more people will opt for flexible working arrangements. Of course, the office culture and learning will take a hit but people will prefer to have the luxury of flexible working more.
I think we are going to have more and more trouble managing tools, and although tools make work easier and efficient, managing them is going to take at least 1/3rd of the day.
I use copy.ai, Grammarly, Hubspot, Google Calendar, Intercom, Webflow, Notion, SEMRush, Google Analytics, and Slack everyday. There are others that I use once a week.
We are going to need a tool to manage tools. It's so tough to concentrate in the midst of the tool soup.
@veena_p thanks for sharing Veena. I also struggle with the tool soup, in fact, recently at https://collato.com/ we hosted a culture club and the topic was interruptions and distractions, and guess what came in first place? Yes, you are right, notifications from all the tools!
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In the next 2-5 years, work is likely to change significantly due to the continued advancement of technology. Some of the ways in which work may change include:
Increased automation: Many tasks that are currently performed by humans will likely be automated, such as data entry, customer service, and some forms of decision-making.
Greater use of artificial intelligence: AI will likely become more prevalent in the workplace, with companies using AI for tasks such as data analysis, predictive modeling, and decision-making.
More remote work: With the rise of remote work technologies, such as video conferencing and cloud-based collaboration tools, it is likely that more people will be able to work from anywhere, at any time.
Increased use of virtual and augmented reality: VR and AR technologies will likely become more widely adopted in the workplace, enabling people to interact with virtual environments and augment their real-world experiences.
Changes in the nature of work: As technology continues to advance, the nature of work itself may change, with new types of jobs emerging and old ones become obsolete.
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well, the constant switching between tools and searching for information will hopefully stop in some way...
@ivo_scherkamp we are building something along similar lines, would you be interested in checking it out?
@ivo_scherkamp we need that!
Definitely not gonna be a "Tech Gollum" (I wish...)ππΆβπ«οΈ
@indu_thangamuthu I have to confess that I'm not a Lord Of The Rings fan. I had to Google this π
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In the next 2-5 years, work is likely to change significantly due to technological advances. Some of the ways in which work may change include:
The rise of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) is likely to lead to the displacement of some jobs and the creation of new ones. Automation and AI can help businesses to increase productivity and efficiency, but they can also lead to job losses in industries such as manufacturing and customer service.
The increasing prevalence of remote work is likely to continue to grow, as advances in technology make it easier for employees to work from anywhere. This can lead to a more flexible and distributed workforce, but it can also create challenges around communication and collaboration.
The use of data and analytics is likely to become more widespread in the workplace, as businesses look to gain insights and make data-driven decisions. This can help to improve decision-making and increase productivity, but it can also raise concerns around privacy and data security.
The rise of the gig economy is likely to continue, as more people look to work on a freelance or contract basis. This can provide workers with more flexibility and control over their careers, but it can also create challenges around job stability and income security.
The increasing adoption of digital technologies is likely to drive the need for workers with digital skills, such as coding, data analysis, and digital marketing. This can lead to a shift in the skills that are in demand, and may require workers to upskill in order to remain competitive in the job market.
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I agree with asynchronous work! Also some of the main challenges will probably be creating a structure around asynchronous updates, time efficiency and alignment with stakeholders. Effective communication&collaboration tools surely will have an edge on.
@kartal_erkoc1 thanks for sharing! You're right! While reading, I came up with a question: How could communication not be affected by asynchronous work? The feeling that you belong to a team! Now, I have something to read about tonight!
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@mimih_arteaga my company has been remote for 10 years and established quite a few async practices that creates a sense of belonging while we have meetings only a few times a month. For connection with manager instead of 1:1s we have written check ins, which is actually amazing.
For connection among employees we have various slack channels for fun discussions - question a day and moment of the week are the best ones in my opinion. There are lots of fun ways to engage asynchronously, while avoiding the zoom fatigue.
Depending on humans will be lower and depend on artificial intelligence will be grown
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It is likely that over the next 2-5 years, technology will continue to advance rapidly and will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the way we work. The increased use of automation and artificial intelligence in the workplace is one of the biggest changes we will likely see. As machines become more advanced and capable of handling a wider range of tasks, machines will likely take over many tasks currently performed by humans.
Another way that technology will potentially change the way we work is by enabling remote working. With the spread of high-speed Internet and the availability of powerful collaboration tools, it is becoming easier for people to work from anywhere in the world. This is likely to result in a more distributed and flexible workforce, with people able to work from home or in remote locations.
Let's see together how technology automation will change any human's life.
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Working as a team asynchronous work is not completely possible. But yeah, giving time for completing own work and then syncing with the team for the least amount of time is indeed possible.
It will encourage more individualized and independent work mechanism for employees making it more comfortable and maybe also increasing the efficiency of work. Would definitely like to see some research on this.
Jony Eye
In the next 2-5 years, work will likely become more automated and efficient. π― This may result in the creation of new jobs in fields related to technology, as well as the elimination of some jobs that can be easily performed by machines.
@valentine_boyev, thanks for sharing! Just out of curiosity: what jobs do you think will be eliminated? π