Future of Work: Summary Report

What is it?

• At McLean & Company, our mission is to help build workplaces where everyone thrives. Our Future of Work Report delves into the forces that will shape the workplace of tomorrow, with a special focus on the groups most likely to experience significant shifts, to help our readers plan for the future.
• In this summary of the full Future of Work Report, we highlight key drivers, both in motion and on the horizon, of critical workplace impacts and offer insights on how to help individuals and organizations navigate the complexities of the future of work by asking:
  • What are the major forces driving changes to work in the external environment?
  • What anticipated impacts will those changes have on organizations?
  • What decisions are organizations and leaders faced with in light of these changes and impacts, to ensure the organization and its workers thrive in the future rather than simply survive?

Why does it matter?

The future of work is unknown. What we do know is that the labor market, technology, and how workers find value in their work are changing faster than ever, and organizations that can successfully adapt will have a significant competitive advantage. This research will help you:

• Understand how the drivers of change will shape work, organizational practices, and the experience of workers.
• Uncover key areas where organizational leaders will have to make decisions to shape the future of work and guide leaders toward changes that will have a net positive impact for both individuals and organizations.
• Identify why organizations and leaders need to adapt and the importance of doing so to drive organizational success.
• Think critically about the organization’s current state and key steps to prepare for the future.