But let’s not return to our old ways. We need a new route to safe and sustainable working environments. And that’s something we are passionate about at LCMB.

Do you know exactly how many of your employees are returning to work full- or part-time? Have you worked out how
much space you have available if everyone were to return? Are you embracing the new hybrid way of working?

With most of us working from home during the past 14 months, everything felt a bit fragile and uncertain. It
still does to a certain extent – we must keep in mind that the pandemic isn’t over yet. But thanks to the global vaccine rollout, we can look ahead to a brighter, better future. Right now, we have an ideal opportunity to adopt the lessons learnt over the last 14 months and make necessary changes to our workplaces.

 

Creating safer, sustainable workplaces

 

Now is the time to prepare for the transition to our post pandemic world. We must invest both time and money in our roadmap through and out of COVID-19.

 

For example, you could reduce your property size because of having fewer people in the workplace at any one time. This transition into a safer, more sustainable workplace would also create money-saving opportunities. As your people gradually return to their workplaces, opportunities and challenges to consider include: 

• The need for flexible working patterns and rotas to allow fewer people in the workplace
• The need to continue managing social distancing
• The need for additional space around work areas 
• The need for continued strict hygiene measures
• The opportunity to reduce workplace space and property use
• The opportunity to reinvest those saved funds elsewhere as you transition into a safer future.

There may well be other opportunities and challenges, depending on the industry you work in. Our expertise can seek out those opportunities for you. We will also help you to manage the process of moving your business forwards – safely and sustainably – into a brighter, better future.

Your roadmap out of COVID-19

Using our tried and tested methods, LCMB will investigate your buildings to see how areas can be adapted and made
safe. We will then advise you on what changes can be made to enhance the performance and productivity of your people. Clients have reported a big improvement on their Return on Investment after using our services. The two services that are most in demand are:

 

1: Covid-19 Secure Solutions –  spending a high proportion of our lives in buildings, from homes, schools and universities to workplaces and hospitals, it’s essential that workplaces are safe, healthy and productive environments to work in.

When COVID-19 first appeared on our shores, LCMB reacted quickly to find the best ways to keep people safe, including blended workplace and remote working where possible. Working with you, we develop a strategy specifically for your organisation, its people and buildings. Find out more about how we can help by downloading our brochure here.

 

We’re also offering a free COVID-19 Secure Solutions consultation, which you can request by clicking here.

2: THRIVE: The Productive Workplace – research shows that cognitive performance, productivity, health and wellbeing are impacted by the indoor environment we work within. Through our knowledge and experience, we will help optimise your workplaces to: 

• Be more productive and cost-effective 
• Have a lower carbon impact on the environment, helping you achieve net zero carbon while reducing operational costs.
• Be a healthier workspace environment to support your employees’ wellbeing and performance

 

Alternatively, if you would like an informal discussion on transitioning your organisation into a safer, more sustainable and successful future, give us a call on 01295 7229823, or email [email protected]

 

LCMB Building Performance Ltd works with organisations to transform the impact your workplaces and real estates have on your people, customers and bottom line. We improve workplace performance and reduce operating costs and resource use.