In spite of technologies that today enable us to participate in conversations and listen to presentations from anywhere, most of us continue to travel and spend time and money to participate in live in-person gatherings of professionals. We call these gatherings Conferences, Summits, Workshops, and…
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Organization Articles
The transdisciplinary focus of modern workplace thinking
In spite of technologies that today enable us to participate in conversations and listen to presentations from anywhere, most of us continue to travel and spend time and money to participate in live in-person gatherings of professionals. We…
The power of deep engagement
Workplaces are more mission-critical and dynamic than ever before. But a workplace only exists to enable its users to be their most effective as they contribute to the success of their organization’s mission and strategies. Profoundly…
Data is not the new oil – experience is
Our ability to turn employee experience data into insight and knowledge has never been more important as this will allow us to design the right workplace experiences for the future.
A new approach to organizing Human Resources Management
The triple-pillar mode, based on Dave Ulrich‘s role model, has now become widely accepted as an HR business model, particularly in large companies. It consists of three core areas: the HR Busi-ness Partner, the Centre of Expertise, and the…
Analytics Articles
Buildings are rapidly developing the ability to detect the presence of people and to respond to their needs and desires. A wealth of new technologies – including sensors, biometrics, robotics, natural language processing, and more – promises to transform the experience of occupants over the next…
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It’s in our control: review of Conquering Digital Overload
This new book provides guidance to everyone experiencing the “digital overload” that comes from being always on and subject to the increasingly rapid pace of change
Celebrating the data diversity
Leesman Index: latest results & decoding the high performance workplace.
The architecture of CRE big data
A new model shows the scope, complexity and connectivity of corporate real estate and facilities activity. Looking at the big picture could help to drive integration.
The complex relationship between economic activity and the modern office
The complex and ever changing relationship between economic activity, productivity and the functioning of the modern office.
Design Articles
Visitors can feel the culture the moment they walk through the door to your office. The latest research from Proxyclick (2018) shows that two out of every five people claim that their perception of a company or brand has been negatively affected by their experience in the corporate lobby or…
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The Philosophy of Work
The author draws on four novels to highlight several important values and perspectives about the nature of work and the work experience. Each story raises unique components that help to describe and underscore elements of work as it is…
Build an awesome, committed culture with these eight principles
After exploring many organizational development programs, I’ve found lasting impact in the change that can occur with the simplicity of a mindset shift. Discovering the power of personal accountability was a major mindset shift for me;…
Creating an Accessible and Inclusive Workplace
Microsoft’s focus on workplace accessibility provides people with diverse special needs the opportunity to obtain and maintain employment through a structure of ongoing assistance, support, and sensitivity to their circumstances.
The future of offices and the urban environment
In spite of technologies that today enable us to participate in conversations and listen to presentations from anywhere, most of us continue to travel and spend time and money to participate in live in-person gatherings of professionals. We…
Technology Articles
Visitors can feel the culture the moment they walk through the door to your office. The latest research from Proxyclick (2018) shows that two out of every five people claim that their perception of a company or brand has been negatively affected by their experience in the corporate lobby or…
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The ambiance of ambience: How artificial intelligence changes occupant experience
Buildings are rapidly developing the ability to detect the presence of people and to respond to their needs and desires. A wealth of new technologies – including sensors, biometrics, robotics, natural language processing, and more –…
Data is not the new oil – experience is
Our ability to turn employee experience data into insight and knowledge has never been more important as this will allow us to design the right workplace experiences for the future.
AI and related technologies could create around 90 million more jobs than they displace in China
Around a quarter of existing jobs in China could be automated over the next 20 years, but this is projected to be more than offset by job creation of 38 percent, according to a PwC study
Why do we experience so much stress in the workplace?
The digital age was supposed to be a dream come true: a life of leisure filled with easy access to rich information and inexpensive but productive technology. In reality, it is more like a nightmare.
Services Articles
Microsoft’s focus on workplace accessibility provides people with diverse special needs the opportunity to obtain and maintain employment through a structure of ongoing assistance, support, and sensitivity to their circumstances.
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The future of offices and the urban environment
In spite of technologies that today enable us to participate in conversations and listen to presentations from anywhere, most of us continue to travel and spend time and money to participate in live in-person gatherings of professionals. We…
The transdisciplinary focus of modern workplace thinking
In spite of technologies that today enable us to participate in conversations and listen to presentations from anywhere, most of us continue to travel and spend time and money to participate in live in-person gatherings of professionals. We…
Stories of place in the fourth industrial revolution: a review of “Life after Carbon”
"Life After Carbon" was important reading for the built environment profession even before October 8, 2018 – the day the United Nations issued a report prepared by world-leading scientists for a meeting of the Intergovernmental Panel on…
The power of deep engagement
Workplaces are more mission-critical and dynamic than ever before. But a workplace only exists to enable its users to be their most effective as they contribute to the success of their organization’s mission and strategies. Profoundly…
