Voice-Activated Technology Must Advance to Support Hybrid Workplaces

Post-2020, there have been massive shifts in how we work, learn, and interact with the world. Remote working, streaming services, and online deliveries did exist even before that, but now they have become mainstream and "better alternatives." People who spent over 10 hours a day in offices/schools or outside their homes now prefer to stay at home and depend on technology to conduct daily activities, including performing jobs or running businesses. Virtual assistances or voice commands integrated into devices have made these technologies more convenient to use. Voice assistance, touch-less payments, and self-checkout kiosks are the new staple, but how inclusive are these technologies and what lies ahead for voice and speech-activated technologies?

Let’s take a look at the future of hybrid workplaces, how the voice-and-speech activated technologies have evolved over the years, and how diversity