The landscape of corporate real estate investing has changed drastically in recent years. After emerging on the other side of a global pandemic, companies everywhere have been forced to reevaluate what is considered a sound real estate investment. Couple that with the unpredictability of interest rates, and you’re left with an unusual predicament. What was once viewed as a smart investment for business owners may now be considered the opposite. In this article, we’ll begin by providing an overarching explanation of a traditional real estate portfolio, the benefits of real estate investments, a ..read more

At OfficeSpace, we understand empowering employees with self-service tools helps foster autonomy and ownership of their workplace experience. Today we’re excited to launch a number of new features that help employees seamlessly plan their workday, facilitate collaboration, and drive connection when they are in the office. These features include: Ossie, your new AI Assistant Book Desks for Visitors See Who’s In the Office Find your Favorite Coworkers Ossie, your new AI Assistant Meet, Ossie, your new AI Assistant for workplace excellence! Ossie can easily locate colleagues, rooms, printers, a ..read more

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the traditional concept of the workplace has undergone a seismic shift. Gone are the days when employees were tethered to assigned desks, working within the confines of a rigid 9-to-5 schedule. The future of work requires a dynamic and fluid environment shaped by the rise of hybrid and remote work models, advances in technology, and a heightened focus on employee well-being and coworking productivity. As businesses adapt to this new era, it has become increasingly crucial to rethink how we allocate and optimize the use of physical office space. T ..read more

The workplace landscape has been transformed in the past few years, with hybrid and remote work models gaining widespread adoption and prominence. As we move further into 2024 and the future of work continues to evolve, the need to track employee attendance has become increasingly crucial to maintain productivity, engagement, and accountability within organizations. As schedules become more complex and dynamic and maintaining communication and collaboration channels becomes increasingly challenging, ensuring team members are where they are supposed to be is paramount for business success. To d ..read more

As more and more workplaces evolve toward increasingly complex, dynamic, and hybrid work models, keeping track of presence data has become a crucial metric to help determine an organization’s space utilization. In today’s work environment, presence data involves far more than keeping accurate records of the hours a team member logs on a timesheet.  By tracking when, where, and how employees are actively working in real-time, business leaders can optimize work schedules to improve productivity, adjust space usage to accommodate operational needs, and identify and resolve issues like absent ..read more

The role of artificial intelligence in the workplace is undergoing a rapid evolution. As new tools, technologies, and capabilities are developed, AI is steadily transforming the way humans work. From the automation of repetitive tasks to predictive analytics to workforce optimization, artificial intelligence offers a wide range of skills and solutions that are revolutionizing the way businesses operate. In this interview, Andres Avalos and Sahara Muradi from OfficeSpace offer a glimpse into the transformative potential of AI to shape the future of workplace management. They explore strategies ..read more

When the pandemic started, remote work was seen as a temporary solution. Today, employees continue to demand flexibility in their work schedules. Remote workers enjoy a better work-life balance and prevent themselves from burnout. Companies are relenting since using hybrid work models attracts talented employees. But it takes more than transforming a work environment to ensure a successful hybrid work model.  Companies also need to reevaluate their leadership strategies. What works with a fully in-office team won’t work with a hybrid team. Leading a hybrid team requires a different approa ..read more

In today’s data-driven world, information is power. But for businesses, the true power lies not just in collecting data, but in turning workplace data into actionable insights. This is especially true when it comes to the workplace, where a wealth of analytics data sits untapped, waiting to be unlocked. Imagine turning employee presence data into insights that optimize scheduling, or using communication patterns to identify potential collaboration bottlenecks. That’s the transformative potential of data-driven workplaces. This article will delve into the world of workplace data, providing a co ..read more

According to our 2023 Workplace Strategy Report, 40% of workplace leaders are planning on reducing office space within the next two years. With the transition to hybrid work, companies are realizing they have the opportunity to reduce real estate costs and optimize existing spaces.  However, right-sizing your office space is more complex than it appears. Having a full picture of how employees use office space is critical to making informed decisions about your commercial real estate. Keep reading to learn practical advice and strategies for navigating the decline of office space utilizati ..read more

Meetings are the lifeblood of collaboration, innovation, and strategic alignment. But in today’s fast-paced and far-reaching business environment, meetings have had to evolve to accommodate a variety of new dynamics. Remote and hybrid work models, modern office settings, and the prominence of digital communication have made casual routine gatherings around a box of doughnuts, coffee, and a simple projector a thing of the past. These days, coordinating effective meetings requires planning, the right technology, and data-driven insights to ensure you are making the most of your team and your wor ..read more