TIMES HAVE CHANGED — for some systems integrators more than others. Without spending time discussing what we have been through in the past year, let’s just say that things are changing as rapidly now as they did last March. Some companies have been back to “pre-pandemic” work for months, while others may never go back to where they were. It is a difficult and stressful time for everyone as we re-shift back to some semblance of normal operations or decide what our “new” normal will be. What does this mean for us? Well, it means that for a large portion of the workforce, expectations and comfort levels may not be the same either. As leaders, it is up to us to exude confidence and conviction to our teams during transitions. We will never have all the answers and that is okay, but thinking through some of the key questions below and being ready for tough conversations as we return to the workplace will help you and your team adjust as quickly and efficiently as possible.