Conclusion
Occupiers are responding to national and global challenges with renewed energy. Uncertain goals and actions which were evident just 12 months ago are being replaced with strong decision-making and long-term thinking about exactly what their organisations want from their office space.
Space to spend time, team up and thrive
Commercial considerations are always at the top of the corporate agenda. But changes in employee behaviour and attitudes are also front of mind for occupiers as they balance business goals with workforce demands.
Shunning expensive upscaling and relocation, more occupiers are seeking flex space and reconfiguring their existing offices to make grade A space of their own: inspirational places where culture, brand and people collide.
In doing so, they are creating not just workspaces but destination offices, where work colleagues are eager to spend time, team up and thrive.
Navigating the changing workplace, together
Those offices are also being given the smart treatment. Harnessing new technology and powerful data, occupiers are building greater efficiency into their premises as they strive to hit ESG targets and improve reporting.
They also see value in not managing the process alone. Collaboration between occupiers and their landlords, on cost savings, environmental issues and social capital, is commonplace. So too is seeking expert advice from third-party legal, sustainability and other consultancies.
The input of these experts is crucial to navigate an ever-changing regulatory and economic landscape, whether your lease is up for renewal, you want to change your space without breaking the terms of your contract, or you’ve set your sights on pastures new.