Driving the Future of Work
Our friends at ESSENSYS, a recognized global leader in software-controlled technology and services, recently shared the blog below on workspace trends since COVID-19 and how flexible workspace providers will serve a variety of needs for a diverse range of occupiers.
The coronavirus pandemic prompted what has been referred to as one of the “largest work from home experiments.” Although many employees have adjusted to working from home, the requirement for office spaces won’t disappear. As offices re-open and adjust to a new normal, pre-COVID trend will accelerate. Flexibility in the office environment will continue to be a key consideration for companies as they look to accommodate the varying needs of their employees. It is critical for space providers to operate a model that can meet the flexibility and agility needs of companies of all sizes.
The mobile workforce has grown. The engine that has been driving the future of work is more powerful than ever, and coworking spaces remain a critical pillar that unites the workforce. Global research has turned its eye to the flexible workspace industry, gathering best practices from senior leaders of some of the world’s leading flex-space brands and real estate managers. One of the main takeaways is the overriding importance of the workspace as it fosters cross-functional collaboration, productivity, and seamless transitions between physical and digital environments. When choosing a space for your business, consider the following questions:
- Can they deliver services quickly and efficiently?
- Do their spaces support optimal productivity?
- Does their technology keep members connected?
- Are their services easily accessible, and do they add value?
- Are their employees able to focus on meeting member’s needs?
- Do their platforms offer peace-of-mind in a post-COVID workplace?
