The New Future of Work A Best Practice Guide for Manufacturing

For centuries, advances in technology have forced evolution in the way we live and do business. The fourth industrial revolution, or Industry 4.0 as it's more commonly known, had already brought about a step change in business, but over the course of the pandemic organisations and individuals were forced to adapt to new challenges – quickly. According to a survey by consulting firm McKinsey, the digital transformation journeys of many businesses accelerated 3-4 years* during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A New Future of Work has dawned, one which requires businesses to adapt to new expectations from their customers, employees, and society.
In this guide, we look at what the New Future of Work means for manufacturers from a workforce perspective and consider some practical steps to take to meet key challenges. The self-assessment checklists throughout the guide will help you highlight potential areas for improvement within your organisation.
*McKinsey 'How COVID-19 has pushed companies over the technology tipping point—and transformed business forever' Oct. 2020