Business Chief APAC+ANZ Magazine April 2016 | Page 56

RICOH
the company , it also provides a feelgood factor .
“ Traditionally , this industry has generated a lot of waste ,” said Betts . “ Now we meticulously collect everything and make sure that doesn ’ t happen .”
SMARTER WORKPLACES Ricoh ’ s new head office is an interchangeable open workplace .
Opened in September 2015 , it is what is known as a “ smart workplace environment ,” where no one has a designated office space and working remotely is supported .
The new activity-based working environment has increased staff connectivity , collaboration , and productivity . Most importantly , it is underpinned by Ricoh ’ s own technology . “ One of the reasons
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