The Progress Report

Can hybrid work advance corporate culture? Hear Aegon CTO’s opinion

The Progress Report

Show Notes

New Kyndryl research suggests mid-level financial services, banking, and insurance employees worldwide may have sharply different opinions than their bosses do about the power of hybrid work arrangements. Employees say hybrid work arrangements drive more productivity, better collaboration, and can enhance corporate culture. Listen as experts weigh in on the debate.

Featured experts: Debbie Waters, CTO, Aegon (financial services sector) Ivan Dopplé, Global Practice Leader, Digital Workplace, Kyndryl

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