{"id":23873,"date":"2022-08-16T13:42:40","date_gmt":"2022-08-16T13:42:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/work.life\/?p=23873"},"modified":"2025-02-12T16:58:13","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T16:58:13","slug":"how-important-is-collaboration-in-the-workplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/how-important-is-collaboration-in-the-workplace\/","title":{"rendered":"How Important Is Collaboration In The Workplace?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Quick Links<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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important in the workplace?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/how-important-is-collaboration-in-the-workplace\/#How_to_encourage_collaboration_in_the_workplace_using_online_collaboration_tools\" >How to encourage collaboration in the workplace using online collaboration tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/how-important-is-collaboration-in-the-workplace\/#_How_to_build_collaboration_in_the_workplace_with_collaborative_workspaces\" >\u00a0How to build collaboration in the workplace with collaborative workspaces<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/how-important-is-collaboration-in-the-workplace\/#How_important_is_collaboration_in_the_workplace\" >How important is collaboration in the workplace?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/how-important-is-collaboration-in-the-workplace\/#What_is_successful_collaboration_in_the_workplace\" >What is successful collaboration in the workplace?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/how-important-is-collaboration-in-the-workplace\/#What_is_the_difference_between_teamwork_and_collaboration_in_the_workplace\" >What is the difference between teamwork and collaboration in the workplace?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/how-important-is-collaboration-in-the-workplace\/#Next_steps_for_encouraging_communication_and_collaboration_in_your_workplace\" >Next steps for encouraging communication and collaboration in your workplace<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>Collaboration.<\/strong> It\u2019s a word we hear a whole lot in the context of work. Collaboration skills. Collaborative workspaces. And in recent times, especially, online collaboration tools.<\/p>\n<p>A collaborative organisation is something every business wants to achieve. So how do you improve collaboration in the workplace?<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, we define collaborative working and why it\u2019s important and look at how to improve communication and collaboration in the workplace.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Workplace_collaboration_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Workplace collaboration FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_collaborative_working\"><\/span>What is collaborative working?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Collaborative working is where individuals share their skills to reach a common goal.<\/p>\n<p>Usually, a special team of individuals from different departments are brought together to work on a project or task because their skills work well together.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23874\" src=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture12.jpg\" alt=\"How important is collaboration in the workplace? A Work.Life shared workspace where employees collaborate at desks and in comfy breakout areas\" width=\"1698\" height=\"1130\" srcset=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture12.jpg 1698w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture12-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture12-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture12-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture12-1536x1022.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1698px) 100vw, 1698px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"i\"><\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_teamwork_and_collaboration_important_in_the_workplace\"><\/span>Why are teamwork and collaboration important in the workplace?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>There are plenty of reasons why collaboration is important in the workplace. Collaborative working is proven to be a seriously efficient way of getting tasks done quickly and more effectively. And it\u2019s not all about the output: team members can inspire and motivate each other and share their skills, which can help boost employee engagement. Want to know more about how important collaboration is at work? <a href=\"https:\/\/share.hsforms.com\/1G7nCvww5SeePTdKvh3mU0A17si5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the guide<\/a>\u00a0to collaborative working.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_encourage_collaboration_in_the_workplace_using_online_collaboration_tools\"><\/span>How to encourage collaboration in the workplace using online collaboration tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Online collaboration tools are web applications that are used to\u2026 you guessed it\u2026 collaborate. They are not a new thing \u2013 collaboration tools have been in use for years. However, since the shift to full-time remote working during the pandemic, businesses have relied more on virtual tools to build collaboration in the workplace.<\/p>\n<p>Online collaboration enables employees to work together and stay organised wherever they work. These tools can be central to ensuring that projects stay on track.<\/p>\n<p>At Work.Life, we use a range of collaboration tools in our day-to-day work. Some of our favourite online collaboration tools are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/slack.com\/intl\/en-gb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slack<\/a>\u2013 The ultimate online workspace for collaboration, we use Slack to send direct messages to our team, share files, and make video calls.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/asana.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Asana<\/a>\u2013 Great for project management, Asana allows our team to track progress, set deadlines and set reminders for upcoming deadlines.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/trello.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trello<\/a>\u2013 At Work.Life, we use Trello for both personal organisation and team collaboration by creating boards and sub-tasks, which can be assigned to the relevant team member.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_How_to_build_collaboration_in_the_workplace_with_collaborative_workspaces\"><\/span><strong><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>How to build collaboration in the workplace with collaborative workspaces<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A collaborative workspace<\/a> (sometimes referred to as a collaborative office space or a collaborative space) is an office where design, layout and general work environment are built for cooperation. The objective is to bring team members together by creating an environment to encourage socialising, meeting, and productivity.<\/p>\n<p>As more and more businesses are recognising the benefits of collaborative workspace and are interested in having a collaborative work environment themselves, modern workspace designs are leaning towards open collaborative settings. Coworking spaces are purposely built with collaboration in mind, with many features to help facilitate it \u2013 such as collaboration spaces in offices and <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/meeting-rooms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">meeting rooms<\/a> equipped with collaborative technology.<\/p>\n<p>Want to know what a collaborative workspace involves?<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/share.hsforms.com\/1G7nCvww5SeePTdKvh3mU0A17si5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the guide<\/a>\u00a0for more.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_important_is_collaboration_in_the_workplace\"><\/span>How important is collaboration in the workplace?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The rise of collaborative workspace isn\u2019t brand new. In recent years, businesses in many different industries have recognised the power of collaboration for creating innovation, improving team relationships and helping their teams work more efficiently. Building a collaborative workplace is high on many business agendas, impacting how they set up and use <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/office-space\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">office space<\/a>, their organisational structure, and even hiring goals.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23875\" src=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture13.jpg\" alt=\"How important is collaboration in the workplace? Employees collaborating in a meeting room\" width=\"680\" height=\"312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture13.jpg 680w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture13-300x138.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>How to improve communication and collaboration in the workplace through company culture<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To make collaboration work, it needs to be embedded in the business. Collaboration shouldn\u2019t just occur if someone initiates it ad hoc, on a specific project. Collaborative workplace culture is one where collaboration is consistent, deliberate, and implemented into every process. Working in collaboration should become a constant for employees.<\/p>\n<p>Online collaboration tools and collaborative office space can help businesses build a collaborative culture.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_successful_collaboration_in_the_workplace\"><\/span>What is successful collaboration in the workplace?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Successful collaboration in the workplace can be measured by output. Are tasks getting done more quickly, and to a better standard? With workplace collaboration, efficiency should be directly impacted.<\/p>\n<p>Successful collaboration at work can also be measured by employee satisfaction. If your staff are more motivated, feel more valued and are learning from each other, it\u2019s a clear sign that it\u2019s working within your business. Try running an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/how-to-measure-employee-engagement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">employee engagement survey<\/a>\u00a0to find out whether your team are more engaged with collaborative working.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_teamwork_and_collaboration_in_the_workplace\"><\/span>What is the difference between teamwork and collaboration in the workplace?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>These two terms are often used interchangeably, but there\u2019s a key difference! Teamwork tends to refer to a group of individuals functioning as a team, who will often be from the same department.<\/p>\n<p>Collaboration is more likely to be team members from different departments working together towards the same goal, who will be able to learn new skills from each other. The end result may be more creative, as the team working on the project are from a more diverse array of backgrounds. Combining skills and knowledge from very different individuals produces the best collaboration!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Next_steps_for_encouraging_communication_and_collaboration_in_your_workplace\"><\/span>Next steps for encouraging communication and collaboration in your workplace<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Encouraging collaboration in the workplace is a goal for many businesses, but knowing how to improve workplace collaboration is where it gets a bit more tricky. It is important to define a purpose and embed collaboration into every project and process, so it becomes second nature!<\/p>\n<p>For businesses looking for collaborative spaces for their team in <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">London<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/manchester\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Manchester<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/reading\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reading<\/a>, Work.Life\u2019s shared workspaces provide a modern professional environment, including super-fast WiFi, unlimited coffee and access to private office spaces and meeting rooms should you need it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Collaboration. It\u2019s a word we hear a whole lot in the context of work. Collaboration skills. Collaborative workspaces. 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