Best practices for an inspiring life sciences workplace

As the life sciences industry percolates with new ways of working and exciting new scientific directions, biopharmaceutical and medical device companies now have new opportunities to revisit the workplace value proposition. Financial wellbeing remains important—but employees today also care about sharing a common purpose and belonging to a community, connections with coworkers, health and wellbeing at work, and other non-financial aspects of workplace value. From great locations and modern facilities to flexible, energizing spaces for different kinds of work—complemented by natural light, plants and high-quality indoor air—the workplace can provide these values that help fuel innovation and speed to market.

"In the life sciences sector, talent remains the most critical asset across the entire organization, from R&D scientists to administrative staff, as well as frontline workers in manufacturing environments. Real estate plays a crucial role in talent attraction, enhancing employee experience and wellbeing. Our research shows that investments in outdoor workspaces, childcare facilities, and meditation rooms significantly boost workforce engagement and fulfillment. Even in regulated environments like labs, there are opportunities to improve workplace experience. Notably, EMEA companies are leading in adopting space-sharing concepts, with one major pharmaceutical firm implementing a global workplace strategy centered on collaboration and community spaces in response to the post-pandemic shift to hybrid work."

Jeroen Meijler
Senior Director, EMEA Life Science Sector Lead

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