Designing for Flexibility and Activity-Based Working
The future of work is flexible. Trend Group Global offers specialised Hybrid & Agile Workspace Consulting to help businesses define and implement strategies that support a flexible workforce, maximising space efficiency and collaboration opportunities.
Our Consulting Services:
- Activity-Based Working (ABW) Strategy: Defining the right mix of work settings—from collaboration hubs to focus booths – based on your team’s specific work activities.
- Occupancy Analysis & Scenario Modelling: Using current and projected data to forecast space needs and model various hybrid configurations (e.g., 60% desk sharing) during workspace analysis.
- Change Management for Agile Transition: Developing communication and training programmes to ensure a smooth, successful employee adoption of the new flexible working model.
- Design Implementation: Translating the strategy into a functional layout during the conceptual design phase, ensuring technology and furniture support the new way of working.
This is a deep dive into the workplace strategy that drives modern, efficient office transformations.
Regional Hybrid & Agile Focus
The implementation of agile strategies must account for local labour laws, culture, and market maturity:
Region: United Kingdom (UK)
Our UK consulting addresses the legal and cultural nuances of flexible working, focusing on strategies that facilitate ‘right to request’ policies and ensure technology (AV/IT Integration) seamlessly supports remote workers across the country.
Region: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
In the UAE, we focus on rapid deployment of flexible desk systems and optimising layouts to increase employee capacity within highly valued real estate. Change management here prioritises the seamless integration of high-spec technology into shared environments.
Region: Egypt
For Egyptian markets, we focus on providing structured change management to transition from highly traditional assigned seating to shared, flexible models. The emphasis is on scalable and robust technological platforms to support this shift.
Region: South Africa (SA)
South African Agile strategies focus on loadshedding-proof workspaces. We optimise the placement and power resilience of collaboration hubs and quiet zones, ensuring business-critical activities can proceed uninterrupted regardless of power status. We also support POPIA compliance in hot-desking environments.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the goal of an Agile workspace?
The goal is to create a dynamic environment where employees can choose the most appropriate setting for the task at hand (e.g., a quiet room for deep focus, a collaboration table for brainstorming). This boosts efficiency and engagement.
Will Hybrid consulting help reduce my office footprint?
Often, yes. By implementing effective desk sharing and utilising more multi-functional rooms, businesses can typically reduce their overall leased square meterage while still accommodating their entire staff. This is a core part of our initial analysis.
Does Trend Group handle the technology required for hybrid working?
Absolutely. We ensure seamless integration of booking systems, audio-visual technology for remote meetings, and robust, reliable Wi-Fi, which are vital for a functional hybrid environment. See our Smart Office Technology & AV/IT Integration service for details.
Let’s Define Your Future Workspace:
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