The future of work: Here are three big ideas from Salesforce's Dreamforce conference

The digital HQ idea was one of many discussed at cloud software giant Salesforce's Dreamforce conference held in San Francisco this week. PHOTO: SALESFORCE
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SAN FRANCISCO - The disruptions brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic have highlighted how vital it is for companies to develop a digital headquarters so that staff can work together better online.

These virtual centres would include systems that support spontaneous interactions and easy sharing of information, although in-person collaboration would remain an important part of working life.

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