The way we work has been in constant change over the last few decades. Whereas 50 years ago cubicles were king and 25-year office leases were the norm, nowadays it’s all about flexibility to get the best out of your office space and your employees. Flexible workspaces offer all the benefits of a “conventional” office space but, as the name suggests, are much more flexible. This can be a real draw for business owners, especially where start-ups and smaller firms are involved, as flexible workspaces can cut office costs drastically without compromising on quality or amenities.

Remote and flexible working is becoming more common for many firms, and whilst working from home has its benefits, it’s definitely not for everyone. Even with the best of intentions, working from home can be distracting, especially if you have children, pets or a partner to contend with. Flexible workspaces, co-working spaces and serviced offices bridge the gap between the flexibility and comfort of home-based working and the functionality of office-based working. They can be massively beneficial for both the business and the individual, offering a range of work spaces suitable for every price point. But the huge variety means it can be difficult to know where to start! So we’ve put together a list of some of the best upcoming flexible workspaces and coworking spaces throughout the UK & Ireland we have discovered to make your decision that bit easier…

This week (October 7th – October 11th) is National Customer Service week. National Customer Service Week is a great opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of great customer service and the role it plays in successful businesses and the growth of the economy.

Great customer service is not only vital to ensure your customers are happy, it can also help drive customer loyalty, increase client retention and can even lead to a happier workforce. Read on to find out more about why top notch customer service is paramount for your business to survive, and what you can do to improve the levels of customer service in your team…

For many firms, co-working is the perfect solution for a workforce increasingly focussed on wellbeing and flexibility. As more millennials enter the workforce, the modern workplace and the ways in which we work are changing. The increased focus on wellbeing, agile working and technology have drastically altered how and where we work, and the youngest generation has different expectations of work, and the workplace, compared to their predecessors. The technological revolution means we can work from anywhere we want, at any time we want, and this is impacting the modern office. In fact, the modern office often isn’t an office at all…

Taking inspiration from hospitality design could be a great way of improving your space. Not only can it lead to a streamlined, flexible, and modern environment, it can also be used strategically as a tool to improve employee collaboration, increase employee retention and show your team you understand what they actually want from an office. Whether you have a full office fit-out planned, or simply want to introduce a couple of elements of hospitality design into your space, we’ve outlined 7 common design trends to help incorporate hospitality design in your space.

Smart and connected technologies can have an array of benefits, both operationally throughout a business and at an individual level. Some of the most valuable benefits are avoiding the use of guesswork, improving efficiencies and saving energy. IoT drives smart systems and your office coffee machines should be no different. But not all coffee machines are created equal, and as we become increasingly reliant on technology, we explore why it’s vital that your office coffee machine is smart and connected…

In simple terms, workplace collaboration is when two or more people (or groups) work together to accomplish a common goal, and in the workplace environment, promoting an office coffee culture can be conducive to encouraging a more collaborative atmosphere. The digital revolution and ever-changing world of office design has led to a massive shift in the ways we work, but collaboration is as important as ever. In this blog we explore how creating an office coffee culture can boost productivity and collaboration. Read on to find out how your office coffee machine can enhance the workplace experience…

It’s been just over a month since we checked in with our team of TopBaristas, and July has been as busy as ever. Even in the heatwave that brought record-breaking temperatures to the UK, our team of passionate, dedicated baristas and engineers were super busy ensuring our clients are receiving a first-class experience. Read on to find out what they’ve been up to…