how companies are creating ideal work environments

Like so many worthwhile goals, developing a dynamic work environment requires a journey mindset. It’s an ongoing process where you can celebrate milestones along the way rather than a one-and-done approach.

Below are work environment examples from other companies making this journey — one step at a time.

toyota

When it comes to factory work environments, the Toyota Production System has been recognised as one of the most innovative ways to improve efficiency and encourage worker collaboration. One of its concepts that contributes toward a positive working environment is the empowerment of floor workers — Jidoka. Each individual worker can stop the entire production line if they spot a problem. Prompt attention and refining of processes to expedite efficiency help workers feel a necessary part of the entire production process, increasing their sense of belonging. Toyota has been consistently among the top Employers in our Randstad Employer brand research conducted in Argentina.

louis vuitton moët hennessy

LVMH, a multinational organisation specialising in luxury products, is one of the top five employers to work for in France, according to Randstad research. Part of this reason is the company’s branding strategy, which offers employees an attractive salary and the benefits of its sterling reputation.

Potential job candidates can quickly identify positive aspects of the company’s work environment by scanning its talent page, which promotes:

diversity
growth opportunities
sense of belonging
flexibility
meaningfulness
environmentally responsible corporate values

oracle

According to Randstad brand research, Oracle, a technology company, is one of the top employers in the United Kingdom for a pleasant work atmosphere. The company also ranked third in work/life balance in 2022.

In addition to a full suite of health and financial benefits, Oracle offers some unique perks to its employees, including ways to purchase extra holidays and discounts on car leasing and other purchases. Other well-being options include a cycle-to-work program, yoga classes and gym memberships.

To help empower employees to make a difference in the world, Oracle matches personal charity donations in addition to the company’s annual corporate giving. Finally, all employees receive 40 paid volunteer hours a year so they can give back to the program of their choice

general electric

For over 25 years, General Electric has focused on creating an ideal workplace environment for women, thereby increasing their participation. The multinational company, headquartered in the United States, has divisions in aviation, renewable energy and healthcare. According to its 2021 Diversity Annual Report, half of the board leadership positions are held by women, and female employees have increased in every sector from the preceding year.

GE’s success strategies include:

paying men and women equitably, within a 1% differentiation
sponsoring employee resource groups to help ensure diverse talent needs are considered on all new policies and procedures
making training programs available to a diverse group of youngsters to help foster a desire for STEM learning, thereby creating a future talent pool
equalising recruitment processes to attract underrepresented minorities
conducting ‘stay interviews’ with current employees to identify challenges and strengths

The above work environment examples are just a sampling of the many ways organisations are redesigning themselves to attract desirable employees. Your work environment should reflect your company’s values and business model. However, whether you have 200 employees or 2,000, it must also support the individual worker and their well-being.

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