Hosted by ULN editor George Sell
Managed workspace has become something of a buzzword in the office space but it can mean different things to different people. In this webinar, we looked at where managed workspace sits between the wild west of hot-desking and the rigid shell and core of traditional leasing.
We discovered:
• How managed spaces allow for corporate branding and bespoke layouts
• Why traditional landlords are now launching their own plug-and-play managed brands to compete with flex-operators
• Moving from CAPEX to OPEX
• How to offer the right level of flexibility
• What investors think and where they are deploying funds
• The tech needed for up-to-the-minute managed spaces
• Wellness, sustainability and ESG
With thanks to:
- Sam Jenkins, Real Estate Services Director, Knotel
- Helena Hughes, Director, Workthere
- Steve Coulson, Founder & CEO, Kitt
Lisa Cations, Founder, JCR Advisors
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Takeaway 1
Managed workspace combines the flexibility and service levels of coworking with the privacy and branding opportunities of a traditional office.
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Takeaway 2
Occupiers increasingly value bespoke, branded environments that reflect company culture and support employee productivity.
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Takeaway 3
Hospitality-led service delivery is becoming a key differentiator, with speed, responsiveness and experience proving more important than simple facilities management.
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Takeaway 4
More landlords are entering the managed workspace market, but many underestimate the operational complexity required to deliver a high-quality offering.
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Takeaway 5
Partnership models between landlords and specialist operators are replacing traditional lease structures and gaining traction across the market.
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Takeaway 6
Technology is becoming central to workspace operations, customer experience, building management and service delivery.
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Takeaway 7
Wellness, sustainability and employee experience are now expected features rather than optional extras.
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Takeaway 8
Managed workspace is generating higher returns for landlords and attracting growing interest from investors and lenders.
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Takeaway 9
Demand is growing globally, with markets such as London and India leading adoption.
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Takeaway 10
The future of office real estate is increasingly focused on operational excellence, flexibility and hospitality-driven experiences.
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