Kristian McCann sits down with John Ringis, Director of Physical Security, and Salik Makda, Director of Network Engineering at New Era Technologies, to unpack one of today’s most urgent workplace challenges: how to bring employees back to the office—and keep them there.

With hybrid work now the norm, John and Salik break down why workplace readiness matters more than ever, what “good” looks like, and how organizations can rebuild trust in the physical office through safer environments, smarter technology, and seamless user experiences.

What does it take to create an office employees want to return to? In this conversation, New Era Technologies’ experts explore the intersection of physical security, network performance, and space optimization—and how each contributes to productivity, satisfaction, and long-term RTO success.

Key discussion points include:

• Workplace readiness defined: Why safety, reliable technology, and cultural clarity form the “three pillars” of a successful return-to-office strategy.
• Room, network, and space readiness: How everything from wireless density to huddle-room availability impacts daily employee experience.
• Hybrid challenges: The gap between modern at-home technology and outdated in-office infrastructure—and why network readiness is now non-negotiable.
• Best practices for scaling RTO: Standardizing security across locations, adopting mobile credentials, and using analytics to guide space planning.

If you're planning or refining your RTO strategy:

• Conduct a full workplace and technology assessment.
• Evaluate your network’s readiness for high-density, cloud-first collaboration.
• Explore modern physical security tools, especially mobile credentials and cloud-managed systems.
• Visit New Era Technologies to see how their solutions can make your RTO strategy a success