Flexible workspace is a hot topic, and understandably so: it allows landlords to tap into growing demand for shorter leases and generally carries a higher desk rate than traditional leases. It also allows landlords to spread the risk – losing a single tenant from a multi-let flex space is easier to swallow than losing a tenant on a traditional lease. …
We either need to break up broadband monopolies or nationalise connectivity
Think about it, if the water stops how long will it take you to notice? Turn off the internet, and with the majority of us glued to the phone or computer, you’d notice within seconds – very quickly broadband internet has become the fourth utility on par with gas, water and electricity. Similarly, they all share one thing, despite there …
Starting a new flexible workspace – Getting the tech right first time
In their ‘Future of Flex’ report from late 2022, the Instant Group showed that by 2025, 36% of commercial real estate landlords plan to offer their own flexible workspace. Alongside this, the report showed that 17% of landlords are looking to lease their space to an office provider and half of all landlords surveyed expect that between 16% and 25% …
Employees need workspaces that work for them in 2023
In the war for talent, savvy employers will have to shift their thinking if they are to hire the right people. When we talk about flexible workspaces, we often reflect on the bricks, design, breakout spaces and, of course, the hospitality. But rarely do we talk about how they are changing workplace culture and enabling flexible working. In response to …
5 key takeaways from Women in Flex and 3 top tips for flexing in flex
For International Women’s Day, we sponsored our second Women in Flex event with the Flexible Space Association hosted by our client Clockwise in Manchester. It was a superb evening with a host of women across the flexible workplace sector, from community managers through to marketeers and lawyers. It was a celebration of the sector and the women who make it. …
The technologywithin guide to MIPIM 2023
It’s MIPIM season and we will soon be jetting off to Cannes along with the rest of the real estate world. MIPIM is an assault on the senses. There’s so much going on, so many people to meet and some many events to attend that it can be overwhelming. So ahead of MIPIM 2023 we thought we’d take a sift …
How to survive MIPIM 2023
Heading off to Cannes next month for MIPIM 2023? If you want to survive the world’s largest property conference, then please read on. Last year MIPIM 2022 was a little quieter than in previous years, but 2023 looks like it is going to be massive. All the hotels, apartment owners, bars and restaurants will be -apparently, the three-day international property …
Five technology tips for landlords, corporate occupiers and property agents developing or refitting a new office space
When it comes to developing or refitting new office space there are a number of factors to think about to ensure you get the maximum out of the space. Decisions need to be made on fit out, floor plans and furniture along with a host of other areas. One vital consideration that often doesn’t get as higher billing as it …
5 ways to use tech to increase revenue at your flexible workspace
Our clients regard us as their technology partner and frequently look to us for advice on getting the most from their workspace technology. Our team are highly experienced in ensuring that the tech is tailored to the space, rather than trying to push a one size fits all approach. This more customised approach also means that we are always able …
Ten things we learnt at Women In Flex
The Women In Flex event, held on November 2nd, was aimed at inspiring more women working in the flexible workspace sector to progress their careers to senior level and to engage them in debate about the current market and how we can best adapt to meet client needs. We were delighted to develop the concept in partnership with FlexSA and …