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Why the Workplace Matters

Learn what incoming generations of employees expect from your workplace. Spaces designed to make employees happier have far-reaching benefits. See how IoT-based […]

How to Facilitate Knowledge Work in Universities

Knowledge workers share two basic needs: their productivity requires isolation (internalization of knowledge) and interaction (externalization of knowledge), supported by different spatial […]

Ep. 19: Workplace Strategies | Jenya Adler - Staples Business Advantage

Jenya Adler of Staples Business Advantage discusses the importance of aligning workplace strategy with wellness initiatives to create attractive workspaces. Mike Petrusky […]

Adaptability VS Uncertainty: Why Modular Workplace Design Is Now or Never

What makes the modular workplace design so attractive is the capability of having a diverse workplace assemblage: private spaces for focused work, […]

Ep. 36: Social Research, People Analytics and the “Science of Delight” in the Workplace | Melissa Marsh - PLASTARC and Savills Studley

Melissa Marsh is Founder and Executive Director of PLASTARC and Director of Occupant Experience at Savills Studley where she uses social research […]

How Workplace Design Can Galvanize 21st Century Business Strategies

Can workplace design improve collaboration between multi-generational workers, while also supporting an innovative business model? This study shows how office design helps […]

Respecting Human Limits: Densification Research and Design

We are often asked to make office space as efficient as possible. Our clients want to know “What can we do in […]

Ep. 51: Service Design, Collaboration and Strategic FM | Peter Ankerstjerne - CMO at ISS A/S (Part 2)

In Part 2 of their conversation, Peter Ankerstjerne of ISS A/S shares with Mike Petrusky the importance of workplace experiences and service […]

Ep. 28: "The Power of Place" | Kay Sargent - Director of WorkPlace at HOK

Kay Sargent is a senior principal and director of HOK’s WorkPlace practice and Mike Petrusky recently asked Kay to discuss strategies for […]

The Amazing Impact of Performance Metrics on FM Project Portfolios

Performance metrics have a profound impact – they create transparency, drive behaviors, and foster positive accountability among internal teams and outsourced vendors. […]