As you probably know, we are publishing a book that will be available the first week of May called Wide Open Workspaces: Trailblazing Solutions for Tomorrows Workforce. The primary purpose is to encourage those that manage the workspace today to be great facility managers in their organizations by embracing the dramatic changes in the world […]
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The focus of the workspace has shifted from the building itself to the work force and their needs. The many contributing factors to this change include the emergence of Millennials in the workforce, the competitive nature of attracting and maintaining talent, and the continued need for companies to maximize their real estate footprint. In order
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As workspaces evolve from brick-and-mortar to the unlimited expanse of the digital world and technology connects the workforce in ways that were never before imaginable, IT, HR and FM professionals are working in tandem to ensure the office travels where the worker goes. The best workspaces need to be flexible, mobile and managed by technology
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Gone are the days of the traditional workspace, where each individual had their own desk, computer and supplies. Advances in technology, coupled with the outpouring of Millennials entering our workforce, have forced organizations and their facility managers to re-think how they conduct business. And with the steady flow of information on the web, those who
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You’ve heard it before, you’ve probably even said it yourself… the banter between colleagues: “How are you?” Response: “Great, it’s Friday!” or “Only a few more hours to go.” Why do these statements and others like them cause negativity amongst your customers/employees? And what should you say instead? Negativity tends to creep up on us
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The basic concept behind a commodity is that there is considered very little difference between two like products. Oil is a prime example of a commodity–while oil from one region may vary slightly, their basic characteristics and uses remain the same. Oil, no matter which way you look at it, is oil.
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iOffice is excited to announce the release of the first chapter of Wide Open Workspace: Trailblazing Solutions for Tomorrow’s Workforce, chronicling the dramatic changes that have occurred in the workforce over the last decade. Today we would like to share a little bit about the vision and inspiration behind the book’s creation.
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Your business is fueled by the talented individuals you’ve hired to back your vision. Whomever you decide to hire, they’ll ultimately be one of the most important business decisions you’ll make. According to Forbes, the Millennial generation will make up 75% of the workforce by 2025. After all, they are the largest generational group,
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Our Co-Founders, Elizbeth Dukes and Don Traweek are releasing a book titled, Wide Open Workspace: Trailblazing Solutions for Tomorrow’s Workforce. The book will chronicle the whirlwind changes that have occurred over the last 10 years in how people work, where they work and the very nature of the office itself. Wide Open Workspace also includes
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Wide Open Workspace Breakfast Briefing Video Last month we hosted our first Wide Open Workspace Breakfast Briefing at our headquarters in Houston, TX. At the event we discussed the struggles and triumphs building managers have faced regarding the shifting workplace, and how their employees adjusted to the changes. Below is a short video to recap the event.
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