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Autonomy
What is workplace autonomy?
Workplace autonomy is the degree of freedom employees have to decide how, when and where they do their work. In hybrid work it often means people choose their office days and the spaces they use, within the frame their team and company agree on.
Why autonomy matters
Autonomy is linked to motivation and trust. People who can shape how they work tend to take more ownership of the result. At AskCody, we like to say that work is something you do, not somewhere you go.
What autonomy needs
- Clear goals and expectations, so freedom has a direction
- Agreements on when teams meet in person
- Tools that let people plan their own office days and spaces
How AskCody supports it
With AskCody desk booking and room booking from Outlook, people can see where colleagues will sit, plan office days themselves and book the spaces they need without asking anyone.
Frequently asked questions
Does autonomy mean no rules?
No. It works best within clear agreements, such as team office days or booking rules for shared spaces.
Is autonomy the same as flexible work?
Flexible work is one form of autonomy, focused on where and when people work.
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