The Power of Updated Hardware Systems: How To Reduce Disruptions and Foster Meaningful Work

What The Teck?

Ophelie Harbonnier is the Business Solutions and Briefing Manager at Poly, an audio and video product company that merged with HP’s portfolio of hybrid work solutions. As a user experience specialist, she redefines technology interactions by fostering accessible and enjoyable experiences. As a seasoned presenter, coach, and trainer, Ophelie works with organizations to deploy technology devices within platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

In this episode…

According to a study conducted by the Harvard Business Review, employees alternate between 22 separate apps up to 1,200 times daily, undermining focus, increasing stress, and lowering productivity. This is exacerbated by stringent return-to-work mandates in uncomfortable and distracting office spaces. As work standards adapt to accommodate flexibility, how can you foster inviting employee experiences?

With deep knowledge in the technology experience, Ophelie Harbonnier advocates for adaptive hardware like noise-canceling or hands-free headphones that integrate seamlessly with various apps and software. This reduces interruptions and strain from context-switching. When it comes to enhancing office spaces to entice workers, many employees feel guilty for utilizing available relaxation spaces equipped with amenities. Instead, Ophelie recommends integrating lounge areas with snacks and drinks to encourage intentional conversations without disrupting workflow.

In today’s What The Teck? episode, Rolando Rosas and Dave Kelly invite Poly’s Business Solutions and Briefing Manager, Ophelie Harbonnier, who shares technology solutions for modern workspace challenges. She talks about business bankruptcy caused by strict return-to-office policies, the difficult transition from remote to in-person work, and how to leverage hardware to increase productivity.