Hybrid working has shifted from a rarity to commonplace amongst most office-based employers. A mixture between remote working and office working works well for the majority of people, depending on tasks and responsibilities, but it’s also had a huge impact on business needs.
Traditional long-term office space may not need to be as big for employers if they are not expected a full work-force every day – they can be more efficient with space. Flexible office spaces can be a great idea for fledgling businesses with hybrid employees.
Collaboration when it counts
A big challenge for hybrid tams can be sharing ideas through collaboration. A lot of great ideas can come from spontaneous conversations and water-cooler chats. Remote working can be a really convenient option, but in a society that is already more physically disconnected, it can be a lonelier option that doesn’t boost collaboration.
This is why it can be a great idea to have break-out days and collaboration times with flexible office spaces. Meeting rooms, facilities and desk spaces can be booked out so that teams can get together and work on ideas meetings and workshops. Without the price and burden of traditional office space, teams can get together face-to-face, have a chat and get the creative juices flowing.
Cost savings for employers
Office space is one of the biggest forms of expenditure for a business, so maximizing its value is key. Flexible office space means that businesses can be even more efficient and not waste money on what are essentially empty desks.
The best part of flexible office space is that it can scale up or down, depending on your business needs, so you’re getting the best value for your business. It leaves you able to allocate more time and budget on other elements of your business that will benefit.
Boosting employee wellbeing
Doing what’s best for your employees and their wellbeing is one of the best investments you can make as a business. Employees wellbeing is closely linked to business productivity, which means that alongside an ethical obligation, there’s a business obligation to do this too.
Working from home has all sorts of benefits, but it can be lonely and not everyone wants to mix professional and personal space – they want to leave their work in the office. Having a flexible office space allows those who want to come into the office that choice and a set place to work.
Sparking creativity
Trying to come up with new ideas and get creative can be hard if you’re always in the same spot. Being in new environments, around different stimulus can really help employees to have some variety. A flexible office space often means working alongside other businesses and freelancers, which can mean new conversations and lead to fresh ideas.
A different space allows an injection of energy and a change of scenery.
The hybrid advantage
10 years ago, most business leaders would probably be set in their ways around the idea of hybrid working and that it could affect workplace culture and lead to a lack of collaboration. In reality, flexible working can be hugely, but where there are shortfalls, a flexible office space can bridge the gap between the two concepts and give a place and chance for connection, collaboration and structure. Hybrid teams can be adaptable and use flexible offices to see what works for their unique business needs.
For more info and advice, get in touch with our team today at Hyde Park House.