Technology has changed dramatically over the past several years, but has your workplace kept up?You don't need a lengthy assessment to get an idea. Take this 10-minute test to see how well your technology supports the way your employees work today. For each question, select the answer that best describes your workplace and keep track of your points.

1. How reliable is your workplace Wi-Fi?

A. We regularly experience dead zones, slow connections or dropped Wi-Fi. 0 points

B. It works well most of the time, but we have a few problem areas. 1 point

C. Employees can move throughout the workplace and stay reliably connected. 2 points

2. How easy is it to start a meeting in your conference rooms?

A. Someone usually needs help with cables, displays, audio or connecting to the meeting. 0 points

B. Most employees can figure it out, but the experience isn't always seamless. 1 point

C. Employees can walk in, connect and start collaborating within minutes. 2 points

3. What does your network infrastructure look like behind the scenes?

A. We're not entirely sure what's installed, how old it is or when it should be replaced. 0 points

B. We know most of what we have, but some equipment is aging or documentation is incomplete. 1 point

C. Our network equipment is documented, supported and proactively maintained. 2 points

4. How would you describe your network cabling?

A. There are old or unidentified cables, messy network closets or employee-created workarounds. 0 points

B. It's functional, but we haven't assessed it in quite a while. 1 point

C. Our cabling is organized, documented and capable of supporting our current technology needs. 2 points

5. How well does your phone system fit the way employees work?

A. It's primarily built around employees being at their desks. 0 points

B. We have some mobility and collaboration capabilities, but the experience could be better. 1 point

C. Employees can communicate easily whether they're at a desk, working remotely or on the go. 2 points

6. Could an employee work somewhere else tomorrow without a problem?

A. It would probably require help from IT or several workarounds. 0 points

B. Yes, although certain applications or processes are more difficult remotely. 1 point

C. Yes. Employees can securely access the tools and information they need from an approved location. 2 points

7. What happens when employees encounter frustrating technology?

A. They often create their own workaround or simply learn to live with it. 0 points

B. They usually report major problems, but smaller frustrations tend to stick around. 1 point

C. We actively identify recurring issues and look for ways to improve the employee technology experience. 2 points

8. How does cybersecurity feel to your employees?

A. Security often feels complicated, inconsistent or disruptive. 0 points

B. We have strong protections, but some processes could be easier for employees. 1 point

C. Security is built into everyday workflows without unnecessarily getting in the way. 2 points

9. What happens when an important piece of technology fails?

A. We react when it happens and figure out the next step. 0 points

B. We have backups and support processes for most critical systems. 1 point

C. Critical systems are monitored, documented and backed by recovery and support plans. 2 points

10. When was the last time you looked at your workplace technology as a whole?

A. We usually upgrade individual systems when something breaks or becomes outdated. 0 points

B. We review certain areas periodically, but not the entire technology environment. 1 point

C. We regularly evaluate networking, communications, security, infrastructure and employee technology together. 2 points

Add Up Your Score

16–20 Points: Your Workplace Is Keeping Pace

Your technology is generally aligned with the way your employees work today. That doesn't mean there aren't opportunities to improve, but you have a strong foundation. The focus should be on identifying individual gaps and planning ahead before aging technology becomes a problem.

9–15 Points: There May Be Some Gaps Hiding in Plain Sight

Your workplace technology is doing its job, but employees may be adapting to limitations you don't always see. Aging infrastructure, inconsistent collaboration experiences, connectivity issues or manual workarounds could be creating unnecessary friction. This is a good time to identify which improvements would have the biggest impact rather than waiting for systems to fail.

0–8 Points: It May Be Time for a Closer Look

Your employees may be spending more time working around technology than you realize. That doesn't mean everything needs to be replaced. A workplace technology assessment can help identify which areas are creating the most risk, frustration or inefficiency and determine what should be addressed first.

Modernization Doesn't Mean Starting Over

Workplace modernization isn't about buying the newest technology simply because it's available. It's about making sure your network, communications, cybersecurity, infrastructure and collaboration tools work together to support your people and your organization. At Total Communications, we help organizations take a practical look at their technology environments and identify where modernization can make a meaningful difference.

How did your workplace score? If some of your answers surprised you, it may be time to take a closer look. Contact Total Communications to start the conversation.