{"id":23060,"date":"2023-11-16T10:18:19","date_gmt":"2023-11-16T10:18:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/?p=23060"},"modified":"2023-11-16T10:47:42","modified_gmt":"2023-11-16T10:47:42","slug":"collaborative-working-how-does-collaborating-make-for-better-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.manutan.co.uk\/blog\/corporate\/collaborative-working-how-does-collaborating-make-for-better-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Collaborative working: How\u00a0does collaboration improve the quality of work?"},"content":{"rendered":"

As a guarantor of fluidity, efficiency and productivity, collaborative working is also a matter of management, willingness and company culture. Collaboration at work fosters creativity as well as employee well-being. However, it is crucial to collaborate effectively! Beyond the essential learning of tools, collaborative working also involves changing work methods and choosing solutions that match the company\u2019s needs. In this article, discover the link between collaborative work and better performance, and the reasons behind this correlation.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Definition of collaborative working<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Flexible, fast, and intuitive, collaboration tools are enjoying great success thanks to the digital transformation that has been taking place in companies for several years. Since the rise of <\/span>remote working<\/span>, collaborative platforms such as Teams, Drive, Trello, Slack, Zoom, Google Chat, etc., have become familiar to everyone.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But what characterises collaborative working? What is the difference between collaborative working and teamwork? The answer is simple: Teamwork is focused on <\/span>achieving a common goal by all team members<\/span>. Collaborative working, on the other hand, allows each team member to contribute uniquely to the overall goal using tools that encourage communication and sharing of ideas. It is, therefore, possible for multiple people to work simultaneously on a single document or to develop strategic thinking remotely.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Collaborative working emphasises collective intelligence and productivity, rather than unnecessary meetings and work silos. A significant proportion of employees consider collaborative working essential for designing and driving projects forward.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Another essential aspect of collaborative working is the <\/span>creation of shared workspaces<\/span>. These spaces can be physical, like a shared office, or virtual, like an online platform.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0Fewer meetings, more collaboration<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

One of the advantages of collaborative working is that it has a positive impact on meeting fatigue. By implementing shared workspaces, the number of meetings, often seen as a waste of time by employees, is reduced.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Employees can work together on the same document, remotely, simultaneously or asynchronously. Each person can contribute, follow project progress or take part in discussions at the time that suits them best, without disrupting their own work schedule.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Regarding collaborative working tools, numerous solutions are available, ranging from project management platforms to internal communication tools. The most popular collaborative tools include file-sharing platforms like Google Drive or Dropbox, project management tools like Trello, instant messaging apps like Slack or Google Chat, video conferencing software like Zoom or Skype, and scheduling tools like Doodle.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

These platforms facilitate collaboration by allowing teams to communicate, share information and coordinate tasks effectively. In short, they help teams work together.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0More collaborative working for increased trust and productivity<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

When used properly, collaborative tools offer numerous benefits:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n