OfficeSpace Blog
Explore industry insights and best practices as told by experts to create a smarter, more productive workplace.
Principles of universal design in the workplace
Adopting inclusive design elements throughout an entire work space, including accessible, usable, and universal workplace design principles.
The hybrid worker: tips and strategies for the hybrid employee
Hybrid workers are driving the return to the office. Hybrid employees both demand and help to create a working arrangement that is more flexible and provides better work-life balance.
Room capacity: How do you calculate room capacity for hybrid work?
How do you calculate room capacity in a flexible office? And just as important, how can you use room capacity calculations to improve your space?
Smart buildings: IoT data and real estate
Smart buildings/IoT are changing the real estate industry. That’s because when smart buildings are enabled by IoT, they can help real estate professionals realize a variety of benefits. In this article, we explore how smart buildings enabled by IoT can benefit many elements of real estate portfolio management.
Flexible work culture: 11 Ways to improve the flexible work environment
A flexible work culture is essential to improving employee experience, along with boosting collaboration and innovation in the workplace. In this article, we explore the benefits of a more flexible work culture. We also review 11 ways to foster a better culture and create a more flexible work environment.
5 Hybrid workplace examples in action
There are many hybrid workplace examples that companies can look to as they return to the office. Given the many benefits of hybrid work, it makes sense to carefully analyze hybrid model pros and cons to figure out the best fit for both company culture and company needs.
Top 24 facilities manager job interview questions and answers
Facilities manager interview questions can cover a wide array of topics. This isn’t surprising, since facility management (FM) has become such a complex task. Prospective FMs will need to display a wide variety of skills and abilities. As well, they’ll need to demonstrate they have the leadership and problem-solving skills required for this ever-evolving position.
Empowerment in the workplace: the key to a happier office space
Empowerment in the workplace is more than just a buzzword—it’s a roadmap to employee retention, a more productive work environment, and happier workers. Employee empowerment always comes down to autonomy and trust. When handled correctly, it should be as good for the bottom line as it is for company culture. This is typically accomplished by focusing on and improving the hybrid workplace and the employee experience.
Occupancy Rate: What Is It and How Is It Used?
Tracking and improving their occupancy rate is one of the simplest ways companies can create a more efficient office space. Especially when they couple occupancy data with space management best practices, they can ensure they are getting the most out of all the available space in their real estate portfolio.
The employee badge system: beyond office security
An employee badge system is usually front-and-center in any plan for a safe and secure office. In this article, we explore using badge systems for the office. We focus on employee badging systems and how they can create a safer and healthier workspace.
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