Hybrid Working
2024 in commentary: charting a year of twists and turns
As the curtain comes down on 2024, we reflect on a year of complexity and controversy through the lens of 12 comment pieces written by the Academy’s co-founder Jeremy Myerson
The science of seating: how variety drives employee experience
Despite a general trajectory towards unassigned seating in offices globally, new research by Leesman finds that not everyone is ready for change. What matters is variety of settings
Experience revolution: The intersection of data and behaviour in work environments
A new report examines how shifting employee behaviours and data-driven insights are reshaping workplace dynamics and experiences
Should the back-to-the-office brigade be branded as dinosaurs?
Amazon’s decision to bring its staff into the office five days a week is exposing divisions in the debate about flexible working this autumn. There’s growing evidence on both sides of the argument
How London measures up in a changing global landscape of work
New data suggests that London’s knowledge workers are heading back to the office, but it lags behind its global peers. The WORKTECH24 London festival addresses ways to bring it up to speed
Podcast: How data-driven insights can demystify the workplace experience
A new episode of the Unworking podcast looks at the evolving landscape of data-driven workplaces, from optimising real estate to enhancing the employee experience
Workplace happiness: how to build connections that matter
From purposeful work to cultivating meaningful relationships in the workplace, a new book explores how to create work environments that promote happiness and reduce loneliness
Legal talk: how the workplace can be leveraged to sustain culture in law firms
From inspiring artwork to implementing employee feedback, a new episode of the Unworking podcast looks at the office’s role in sustaining culture in a law firm
