Most of the conversations and the discussions around the future of work today seem to be quite centered on technology. How do we make sense of big data? What should we do about wearable devices? Will the internet of things improve productivity? How do we shift to the cloud? All of these things are focusing on ways to improve efficiency, make sense of information, and technologically upgrade our organizations. However, technology isn’t the only thing that needs upgrading. We also need to upgrade the way we think about people. Technology is great but people are better. We have to remember to focus on the very real and human interactions that happen inside of our organizations. Technology is and always will be an enabler. However, if you have a Ferrari in the garage and never drive it, then how useful is it? The same is true with technology. If you have all the best tools in the world but nobody uses them and your workplace relationships are a mess, then who cares about the latest and greatest platforms you’re deploying?

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