Explain five trends in office management. (10 marks)

12/12/2020

Trends in office management

Trends in office management:

Location - Organizations tend to move away from congested town centres to pen-urban areas/outskirts.
Use of modern equipment/computer/automation - organizations have adopted modern equipment / computers for efficiency to make work easier.
Open office layout /landscaped - adopted to facilitate supervision and economize on floor space/improve ambiance/comfort in the office.
Engagement of multi skilled staff able to carry out different tasks/ to save on labour costs! wage bill.
Innovative ways of motivating staff e.g.. tours, meals at work
Capacity building to develop staff skills.
Time management - use of biometric clocking system to control staff movement.
Customer care services/desk - to enhance customer satisfaction.
HIV/AIDs awareness/policy to sensitize employees/ avoid discrimination.
Stress management - to promote good health/coping of the work place.
Corporate social responsibility - to give back to the community.
Use of name tags/badges for identification of employees.