But no one expects you to follow the crowd just because “everyone else is doing it.” Te big question is whether hybrid work offers benefits to your bank. Survey says: “Yes!” Hybrid work is good for business in multiple ways.


Remote workers are more productive. Global Workplace Analytics found that remote workers are 35% more productive than their in-office counterparts. Note that businesses lose $600 billion a year to workplace distractions, and it’s easy to see the advantages of a workforce that spends less time “at the office.”


Beyond that, a joint study by CNBC and SurveyMonkey found that employees who work from home at least part of the time are more satisfied than fully in-office workers, with a Workforce Happiness Index of 75 out of 100 when working from home, compared to 71 when in-office. In addition, 81% of respondents told FlexJobs they would be more loyal to an employer that gave them flexible working options.


Lastly, a hybrid work environment can save money in other ways. Operating an


office is expensive. Companies have seen considerable savings on real estate by moving some workers out of office. IBM and Sun Microsystems slashed costs by $50 million and $68 million per year, respectively. Dow Chemical saw 30% savings on nonreal estate expenses. In fact, the average savings per employee per year is $10,000.


So when it comes to planning for a hybrid workforce, where do you start? Tat’s where a good IT partner is invaluable. Technology is crucial to making your hybrid environment a success. From equipping workers with the best tools for collaboration to setting up conference rooms with high-quality audiovisual equipment to make hybrid meetings a success, all the way through bolstering cybersecurity and ensuring that your bank stays safe and compliant, technology is fundamental to making this new hybrid world a reality.


It may sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. JMARK has operated with hybrid staff for quite a few years. We’ve built a strong track record of success in putting that knowledge


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into helping banks launch stable, productive hybrid environments of their own, including at the height of the pandemic last summer. With the right plan and a proven process, it can be easy for your bank to start creating your ideal work environment and nurturing your hybrid culture, even as you address ongoing objectives and goals. A hybrid workforce is the future, and we can help you


bring the future into your offices, as well as the homes of your employees.


JMARK Business Solutions has  services to banks for more than    comprehensive technology solutions and services based  Technology Second” philosophy:   rather than expecting you to adapt to our technology. JMARK is an MBA associate member.


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