With the new year upon us, it’s the perfect time to tackle some of the biggest questions driving the flexible workspace sector in 2026. In our recent Coworking Trends 2026 webinar, we were joined by an expert lineup of panellists, including: ● Geoffroy Speybrouck, CEO at Siversquare ● Joachim Gripp, CEO at Design Offices ● Tom Redmayne, SVP, Head of …
That message came through loud and clear at BE News Spotlight on Flex, an event proudly sponsored by technologywithin, alongside JLL and Interaction Ltd, and hosted at x+why. Across the keynote and panel discussion, one theme kept resurfacing: the next chapter of flex will be defined by clarity, collaboration and focus. Building the pie, not fighting over it The evening …
Cybersecurity is no longer about if something goes wrong, but when. That message rang loud and clear at the BE News Spotlight on Cybersecurity event, which technologywithin was proud to sponsor. Througout the discussion, one theme consistently emerged: the industry needs to shift its mindset. Away from hypothetical risk. Towards operational readiness. The panel returned to the same key fundamentals: …
Expanding a flex brand into new locations is an exciting journey, but winning in new markets takes more than ambition. There’s no one route to success; instead, it’s shaped by the right mix of place, people, and purpose. From choosing the most suitable locations, building strong partnerships, understanding local culture, and ensuring a brand resonates wherever it lands, we spoke …
Sustainability has steadily become a decisive factor for investors, occupiers and landlords alike when factoring the flex workspace. At GCUC London, technologywithin brought this conversation to the main stage with Circular By Design: Rethinking the Workspace Lifecycle, exploring what it really takes to reduce impact, extend asset life and meet rising ESG expectations. From ‘nice-to-have’ to non-negotiable: Tenant expectations have …
The built environment is responsible for 42% of global emissions, with 27% from building operations and 15% from embodied carbon. These statistics make ESG an urgent matter for the flexible workspace sector. But while many coworking operators focus on running an ethically guided business that is thoughtful about its impact on people and the planet, others are unsure where to …
technologywithin and Fora are delighted to announce the completion of the rollout of twiindata across 60 premium flexible workspaces across the UK, including Central London, Bristol, Cambridge, Leeds, and Reading. Fora’s merger with The Office Group in 2022 brought together two distinct workspace providers, each using different connectivity technologies and infrastructure. This created a need for a single, scalable, and …
Is the traditional lease model dead? Not quite. But it is being reimagined. In today’s market, long, rigid leases no longer meet the needs of operators or occupiers. Hybrid work, shifting demand, and the pressure for agility mean the old model doesn’t fit. Instead, we’re seeing shorter terms, management agreements, and revenue-share models that spread risk and align incentives. It’s …
Running a flexible workspace is a constant balancing act. Operators juggle occupancy rates, tenant satisfaction, and operational efficiency, all while ensuring their technology works seamlessly in the background. For many, the default approach has been to outsource their connectivity to an IT Service Provider. On paper, it seems simple: let someone else deal with the headaches of connectivity and networks. …
Over the last five years, the workplace landscape has shifted. Once a niche offering, coworking has accelerated in popularity thanks to its flexibility, shorter-term contracts, differences in workspace design, and sense of community over the rigidity of traditional office leasing. It’s now here to stay, with JLL forecasting that 30% of UK office space will be flexible by 2030. Let’s …