Tag: hybrid working
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Hot-Desking Isn’t the Problem. Bad Space Data Is.
Hot-desking has become one of the most emotionally charged topics in workplace strategy. For some, it represents flexibility and modern working. For others, it symbolises everything that feels impersonal about hybrid work. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: Hot-desking rarely fails because it’s inherently flawed.It fails because organisations implement it without understanding demand. And when decisions…
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Hybrid Work Isn’t Settled — It’s Evolving. Are Your Workspaces Keeping Up?
For a while, hybrid work felt like a temporary compromise — something organisations would “figure out” once the dust settled. But several years on, one thing is clear: hybrid work isn’t stabilising. It’s evolving. Attendance patterns continue to shift. Office mandates are being introduced, softened, reintroduced, and reinterpreted. Employees are adapting in subtle ways —…
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Workspace Management: What It Really Means (And Why Most Organisations Get It Wrong)
Workspace management is one of those terms that sounds familiar enough for people to assume they understand it. In practice, very few organisations do. It’s often reduced to a system, a dashboard, or a facilities exercise — something operational and largely invisible. In reality, workspace management is a strategic discipline. Done properly, it helps organisations…
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Don’t Worry About That Dip: Why Lower Office Utilisation Over Easter Isn’t a Cause for Concern
As the Easter holidays come and go, many workplace managers and business leaders notice a familiar trend: a drop in office utilisation. With school breaks, bank holidays, and the natural desire for a bit of time off, it’s no surprise that desks are emptier, meeting rooms go unused, and the usually bustling office floor feels…
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Top Office Space Challenges for 2024
The modern office environment is undergoing significant changes, shaped by the rise of hybrid work, evolving employee expectations, and advancements in technology. These factors have brought forth several challenges for office space management: 1. Adapting to Hybrid Work Models The shift towards hybrid work, where employees split their time between the office and remote locations, has…