Work environments

Three major themes stood out this past year.

When deals are complex, showing up in person beats another dashboard or Zoom.

The famed Italian architect talks about finding inspiration, managing creative talent, bridging cultures, and staying innovative in his eighties.

Evidence suggests that it’s hurting collaboration, exacerbating social isolation, and weakening culture. Here’s how to fix it.

The HBR Interview with Andy Jassy

Can sharing a meal change office culture?

Editor-curated strategies from the archive.

Companies use these programs to increase safety and productivity—but run the risk of harming employee engagement, trust, and mental health.

A new study found that employees who disconnect from work are seen as more effective by their managers—but also less promotable.

What the RTO debate reveals about the gulf between employers and employees.

A Q&A with workspace researcher Jennifer Magnolfi Astill on the importance of being together—and the role of shared spaces in getting work done.

What companies need to know about PFAS—and how to reduce risks to employees and customers.

Especially if you’re remote.

How to succeed when disruption is the only constant.

Remote work allows organizations to hire the best candidates, no matter where they live. But success requires different skills and disciplines.

How to decide where remote and hybrid work policies fit into your organization’s vision.

A new study found that some monitoring methods can foster openness, collaboration, and innovation — while others lead employees to disengage and withhold new ideas.

And actions you can take to support them.

While employees may be physically distant, new tools empower us to maintain, and even enhance, the essence of teamwork.

Three ways to get the clear and consistent communication you need.