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by John Eary (Author)
Organizations are increasingly adopting new ways of working to take advantage of new digital technologies to enhance the services they can offer and become more productive. This book defines and explains the different terms that are used to describe new ways of working and identifies the benefits and limitations of different approaches.
Readers will learn about the key components of successful agile working and how a holistic approach is needed for the successful implementation of agile working. The author provides advice on the introduction of new ways of working, including preparing a robust business case, setting up an agile working program, and providing a road map. The contributions of the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence to the digital workspace and agile working are assessed.
Author Biography
John Eary is a senior management consultant who has managed major assignments for the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors in Africa, Asia, and Europe. John has advised over 40 organizations in new ways of working. Recent assignments he has led include the assessment of agile working readiness and the development of an agile working strategy for a UK police force, the preparation of an extensive business case for an international bank, and research into agile working, personality, and performance. John writes a regular blog on agile working and frequently participates in seminars and webinars on the subject. He is a guest lecturer at the Royal Holloway College, University of London. John has a master's degree from Warwick University Business School. He regards himself as an Agile Worker and actively practices work-life integration and workwrapping.
