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remote and flexible work models where office attendance may vary by a team, individual and/or role. 🔥 Sustainability – Reduced energy consumption with savings on heating or cooling office environments.
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Criticisms of Hot Desking: ☔ No Personalisation – Some
employees may feel disconnected without their own dedicated space to make their own. ☔ Team Cohesion – Frequent desk changes can make it harder for teams to bond and collaborate effectively. ☔ Hygiene Concerns – Shared desks should have stricter cleaning procedures to ensure bacteria and illnesses are not transferred easily. ☔ Booking Conflicts – Double bookings and/or insufficient space can make finding a desk frustrating. ☔ Disrupted Working Environment – Varying or inconsistent IT hardware can hinder productivity and focus. According to CBRE data, only 40% of companies now maintain a 1:1 desk-to- employee setup, a dramatic drop from 56% in 2023. This is combined with organisations targeting a desk-sharing ratio between 1.5 and 2.0 employees per desk. These findings highlight the need to set up environments effectively with the right technology paramount to realising the benefits and overcoming the criticisms. Booking systems are now being used to reserve places in advance to ensure there is sufficient space for everyone. Smart building systems which control heat and lighting based on occupancy are also becoming more prevalent. Not forgetting the basic essentials, which ensure seamless connectivity, secure working and guarantees a productive day. Sandberg have a comprehensive range of peripherals designed with this in mind, all covered by a unique 5 year warranty.
According to CBRE data, only 40% of companies now maintain a 1:1 desk- to-employee setup, a dramatic drop from 56% in 2023. This is combined with organisations targeting a desk-sharing ratio between 1.5 and 2.0 employees per desk.
Hot Desking Essentials 💻 Keyboards & Mice - Ergonomic, vertical, wired/wireless devices can help prevent RSI and provide comfort throughout the day. 💻 Deskpads & Mats – These relieve strain on the wrists and provide a non-slip surface for better precision and control. 💻 Docks – Multi-port hubs facilitate a central connection for all peripheral devices so that only one USB-C connection can be used for I/O, power, display and network. 💻 Headsets – Active Noise Cancellation technology provides excellent,
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