BUSINESS AGILITY 1-2-3

Rapid and continuous change has become normality for most organisations, with remote and flexible working transforming the way workforces and businesses operate.

But there’s a problem - traditional working practices and the workplace technologies that support them are hindering efficiency.

For John Burns and Mark Bryce, and the team at Agilico, business agility can be achieved in three simple steps, and can help any team stay connected, responsive and productive in the face of rapid change.

John comments, “Business Agility 1-2-3 centres around three key digital approaches that can help you overcome the primary challenges faced in becoming more agile, robust and efficient.”

John stresses that, by following these three simple steps, any employer can boost performance and efficiency across their organisation.

“The first step is to invest in a flexible and fit for purpose hosted telephony system that allows your team to stay connected no matter where they are.

“Some can integrate directly into Microsoft Teams while others allow you to check the status and availability of your colleagues, regardless of their location.”

The second step focuses on reducing dependency on office-based infrastructure for printing, preparation and posting of physical documents, using hybrid mail. Mark adds, “Using a hybrid mail solution will give your teams the power to print, package and post documents to your customers and business contacts at the click of a button - from any location.

“This allows you to maintain the highest levels of customer satisfaction across your business, letting you dispatch key documents rapidly through an online portal.”

The third step focuses on document digitalisation and ensuring employees have access to the data and documentation they need to work effectively, anytime and anywhere.

“A document digitisation system will transform the way your team works with documents and make your information accessible from any location,” comments Mark.

“That means no more wasted time working on incorrect versions of documents or chasing paper copies. At the touch of a button you can access documents securely and from any device.”

With more and more businesses adopting remote and flexible working solutions, it’s clear investment will need to be made into upgrading and maintaining technology infrastructure. Luckily, Business Agility 1-2-3, and other simple business models, can keep organisations fully operational and deliver the highest levels of service.

John Burns and Mark Bryce are directors at Agilico . Agilico is one of the largest workplace technology solutions providers in the UK and its’ expertise is trusted by more than 11,000 customers across the UK. Formally United Carlton Office Systems, Agilico Workplace technologies (North) has a significant and growing presence in the North East, dealing with over 30% of the NE Top 200 firms. The recent acquisition of Diamond Group cements the businesses’ to commitment to this region. The Group has over 14 offices UK wide with more acquisitions to follow.

agilico.co.uk

mark.bryce@agilico.co.uk