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How much office space per person do you need for your workplace?

Designing office space around the recommended office space per employee is a critical aspect of any workplace management plan. So what is the actual recommended office space per employee? In this post, we look beyond the 3-30-300 rule, exploring how to better plan and manage our new hybrid, distributed reality.

By CJ Frey 12 mins read
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Office Design

Balancing Design and Desire in Modern Office Spaces

Workplace Unplugged: We interview the founder of the workplace interior design firm TheJones. Louise Coombs shares her unique insights into how organizations should be managing their space, and what trends are at the forefront of modern office design.

By Patrick Cwiklinski 6 mins read
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Office Design

How to Design an Office for Both Privacy and Collaboration

Facility managers are tasked with having to design and organize an office that allows for both privacy and collaboration. How can you find that balance? Here is how to utilize your space to its fullest potential and cater to the needs of all ⚖️

By Nick Mason 3 mins read
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Office Design

4 Ways to Make an Office Feel as Comfortable as a Home Office

Curating an office space that will appeal to employees but also encourage productivity requires attention to fundamental design principles as well as modern work styles. Here’s how to make your corporate office feel more comfortable and enhance specific workplace needs.

By Brina Martens 4 mins read
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Workplace Technology

What IT Needs to Consider with Desk Booking Software

To embrace flexible new workplace strategies like Desk Booking, collaboration between the FM and IT departments is essential. Here are the elements that IT will want to consider when implementing this new office tech.

By David Spence 3 mins read
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Office Design

How Natural Light Promotes a Healthy Corporate Culture

Of course natural light is lovely, but did you know that it actually has tangible benefits for your workplace? We push back the curtains and reveal the positive impacts of including natural light into your office design.

By David Spence 3 mins read
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The FM Professional

Budget Planning for Facility Managers: Expert Strategies

Are they cutting your budget again? Here’s how to prepare and present your needs in a credible and transparent way. We’re taking the advice of an experienced facilities professional.

By David Spence 3 mins read
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Office Design

Different Uses for Empty Office Space

Does your facility have unused, open or empty space? If so, you’re in a position to take your workplace to the next level. Here are few options for that empty office space that might increase productivity, retention and even change the way you work. Get creative!

By Nick Mason 3 mins read
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Office Design

The Most Common Office Complaints (And How You Can Fix Them)

Fielding complaints comes part and parcel with being a facility manager. Here is a rundown of the most common office complaints (and their remedies) to help you get ahead of creating and maintaining a comfortable workplace.

By David Spence 3 mins read

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