CASE

Mediahuis

FROM RESISTANCE TO ACCEPTANCE

Facilitating Mediahuis’ transition to hybrid working

For fifteen years now, we’ve had the privilege of working with Mediahuis, the international media group behind a wide range of autonomous cross-media brands. As one of our long-standing clients, we’ve closely followed their journey and evolving needs over the years. Among these shifts was their transition towards a hybrid working environment. A testament to the power of adaptability in the face of unforeseen challenges.

It all started with the closure of the Mediahuis site in Groot-Bijgaarden. While assisting the majority of its staff in settling at the company’s Linkeroever facility, we helped the editorial team of Belgian newspaper De Standaard relocate to the heart of Brussels, as they preferred a workspace in the political-economic centre of Europe. In the midst of these transitions, COVID-19 struck.

A glimpse into hybrid working at Mediahuis

The work environment at Mediahuis consists of open spaces, interspersed with cockpits: small cubicles where people can work quietly, make phone calls, or have Teams meetings. There’s a significant focus on meeting and collaboration spaces, recognising that the office is primarily meant for interaction. This means plenty of small meeting rooms, each equipped with the necessary technology, enabling small groups to engage in hybrid work. But there are plenty of ergonomically equipped workstations with standard IT equipment (Monitor(Keyboard/Mouse) for independent work, too

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Durable & ergonomic furniture

We also implemented a clean desk policy. No one has a designated desk anymore, including the executives. When you arrive to work at Mediahuis, all you need is a power outlet, a table, a chair and a connection to the network. And speaking of tables and chairs: Mediahuis invested in durable, ergonomic furniture to make up for the fact that people had to let go of their assigned workstations. There are standing desks, for instance, adjustable in height to cater to allow different postures during work.
As part of Mediahuis’ hybrid policy, employees are allowed to work from home up to 60% per quarter. This way, employees can seamlessly arrange their work-from-home or office tasks based on their schedules and to-do lists. In addition, they receive compensation for the days they work from home, covering their basic expenses: electricity, water, heating, internet… As an added perk, employees have the option to purchase surplus office furniture at a huge discount, enabling them to properly furnish their home office. This way, Mediahuis ensures that each and every employee is well-equipped for hybrid work.

Martine Vandezande - HR Director - Mediahuis
Jos Aerts - Facility Manager - Mediahuis

Nele Vangeneugden – Workplace & Change Consultant - PROCOS Group
Timmy Verkissen – Workplace Consultant & Designer - PROCOS Group

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