When you introduce new technology into the workplace, you should expect your employees to approach it with misgivings. Older employees will feel overwhelmed by the prospect of learning new technology, while younger employees will be concerned that the technology won’t really benefit them. In showing that the technology will help everyone, you can set those concerns to rest.

As soon as you have made the decision to invest in new technology for your business, you should hold a meeting with your employees. Tell them about the new technology and explain how the hardware or software will improve productivity or customer satisfaction. This is an opportunity for your employees to provide feedback and express their concerns. By addressing questions before bringing in the new technology, you’ll help your employees feel more comfortable with the coming changes.

Business managers tend to focus on the practical benefits of new technology rather than discussing how it will benefit their teams. This often results in a lack of excitement for the new technology, since employees will see it as something that will only benefit the organization as a whole. You’ll encourage your team’s interest in focusing more on how the technology will help them perform their duties easier or faster. If they see the advantages of working with the technology, your employees will become more enthusiastic about it.

Any new technology is going to come with a whole host of features that any business can adapt to their industry. This also means that each employee will use the technology differently. Rather than expecting everyone to learn everything about the new technology, customize training for each position in the workplace. For instance, a sales agent probably won’t benefit from learning how a new computer system tracks inventory. Their training should focus on closing and processing sales. You’ll make the technology easier to learn for everyone on your team when you customize their training experience.

Finally, create plans to use the new technology as frequently as possible. You should also ensure everyone has equal opportunities to use the technology. This will give your employees the experience they need to learn the new system, and they will feel comfortable using it.