Timeline - Page Categories View All Timeline Our Sector Sustainability Community Charity & CSR HR Select Category Timeline Our Sector Sustainability Community Charity & CSR HR Jul 02nd 2012 Outsourcing ‘offers many benefits to UK businesses’ Outsourcing services to a third-party specialist can offer major benefits to UK companies, it has been suggested. John Ellis, managing director at Nexus Vehicle Rental, commented that outsourcing is “a cost-effective and time-efficient ... Jun 29th 2012 Employees ‘ready to embrace hot desking’ One of the key considerations for a company planning to introduce hot desking is likely to be the attitude of its employees towards working from home. If staff members are not prepared to ‘buy in’ to smart working practices, and ... Jun 28th 2012 Virtual offices make the right impression for London businesses London is widely regarded as one of the best cities in the world in which to do business. And with this in mind, companies based in the capital should look to embrace their city, aligning themselves with the bustling professional quarter. If ... Jun 28th 2012 Lateness ‘now less likely to enrage employers’ UK employers are increasingly turning a blind eye to employee lateness, a new study has suggested. Back-up specialist mozy.co.uk, which conducted the study, said three-quarters of employers now have a more relaxed attitude towards time ... Jun 27th 2012 Office employees ‘work from home in their pyjamas’ The productivity gains possible from mobile and remote working may be desirable to employers, but in some instances there may be a price to pay. When office workers take advantage of home working options, their bosses inevitably lose a certain ... Jun 26th 2012 Office environment can affect employee sentiment As business leaders attempt to maximise productivity, they need to think about ways of keeping employee sentiment as positive as possible. Happy workers tend to be productive ones – people are much more likely to give their all if they ... Jun 25th 2012 Supply of London office space ‘one the rise’ Businesses are well aware that trading from an elite London address often comes at a price – with high demand helping to push rental costs up and up. Firms recognise the importance of London office space, but there is always something ... Jun 25th 2012 Mobile technology ‘extending the working day’ The advent of mobile devices means that many employees are working longer hours than ever before, it has been claimed. Rasheed Ogunlaru, life coach and speaker at rasaru.com, said the integration of email and other technology solutions has ... Jun 22nd 2012 Employee coaching helps attract and retain staff If employers want to maximise the value of their people resources, they need to ensure employees are given the necessary training and coaching, it has been claimed. Research conducted by Robert Half found that 93 per cent of employees believe ... Jun 21st 2012 London businesses optimistic despite eurozone crisis The eurozone crisis continues to cast a dark cloud over much of the continent, but despite the uncertainty, London businesses are seemingly thriving. In the latest Confederation of British Industry (CBI) and KPMG study, companies said they ... Jun 20th 2012 Failure to switch off ‘a danger to office workers’ Office workers in the capital are risking their mental and physical health by working nearly three hours extra each night on their commute and at home, it has been claimed. The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) found that three-quarters ... Jun 20th 2012 Media tablets supporting mobile working boom Mobile working represents an exciting opportunity for many businesses and professionals, but it is only possible due to the wider proliferation of handheld devices. While ten years ago many employees were still to acquire a mobile phone, ... Jun 19th 2012 Mobile workers ‘need collaboration tools to be productive’ Mobile working can offer significant benefits for UK companies – allowing employees to work on a variety of web-enabled devices, from any time and any location. But the productivity gains associated with remote working cannot be taken ... Jun 18th 2012 Firms seeking offices in London’s ‘rising star areas’ Businesses are starting to consider locating in other areas of London apart from the West End, it has been suggested. Last week, property consultancy Cluttons reported that although this district of the capital remains stable, rising star ... Jun 18th 2012 How valuable are workplace micro-breaks? Office employees have been warned against taking too many micro-breaks during the working day. According to a new study, individuals who take regular breaks which are non-job related tend to end up wearier at the end of the day. Charlotte Fritz, ... Jun 15th 2012 London landlords ‘hiring out dead space for Olympics’ A little over a month before the start of the London 2012 Olympic Games, the UK capital is bracing itself for an influx of visitors. An estimated 11 million fans, sponsors and athletes are expected to descend on the city next month, raising concerns ... Jun 14th 2012 Offices ‘will always have a role to play in business’ While modern technology is causing dramatic shifts in the way people work, some things are always likely to be the same. Humans, as social beasts, crave interaction with one another. So while it is possible for more and more employees to work ... Jun 14th 2012 Employees staying at the office to watch Euro 2012 A week into Euro 2012, the games are coming thick and fast in the continent’s premier international football tournament. England’s hopes of qualifying for the knockout phase of the tournament are still well alive, and as usual, ... Jun 13th 2012 Mobile technology ‘helps firms reduce office space’ The wider proliferation of mobile technology solutions is helping to reduce the need for office space, it has been suggested. Writing for USA Today, Haya El Nasser claimed that concepts of the office are changing as employees gain access to ... Jun 12th 2012 Boost productivity with a positive workplace environment Employers should never underestimate the potential benefits of a positive workplace environment. Dominic Swords, co-chair of judges for the National Business Awards in partnership with Orange, suggested that the office surroundings, ... Jun 11th 2012 European investors ‘see London as a safe haven’ European investors are continuing to see the merits in investing in London commercial property, it has been reported. Writing for the Guardian, Julia Kollewe and Rupert Neate said the ongoing eurozone crisis is encouraging more businesspeople ... Jun 08th 2012 Virtual office services help businesses operate productively During busy times, business owners need to be able to devote their full concentration to the task in hand. While it is rarely possible, uninterrupted work helps raise productivity, complete projects faster and drive additional revenue. ... Jun 07th 2012 Office workers ‘value on-the-job training’ Businesses may be able to improve the productivity levels of office-based workers by providing in-house training, it has been suggested. According to research conducted by TimesJobs.com, 40 per cent of employers believe training provision ... Jun 06th 2012 Better email management ‘can boost productivity’ Email has the potential to enhance work, collaboration and communication processes by enabling employees to deliver information online in an instant. But used inappropriately, it can also serve to hinder business productivity, according ... Jun 01st 2012 Virtual Offices help Self-Employed focus on Revenue For sole traders, freelancers and self-employed entrepreneurs, the ability to multi-task is a key characteristic – an essential attribute in the job description. When people are working alone, they have little choice but to juggle ... May 31st 2012 Workers express concern at office favouritism A survey has revealed that many workers feel colleagues with families appear to get preferential treatment by bosses. The YouGov and Croner survey looked into the thoughts and opinions of 1,175 working adults and found that a large number ... May 31st 2012 Renting office space gives extra room for manoeuvre Businesses do not need to invest large chunks of their spare capital on commercial property – they have a range of other options when setting up an office. While property may turn out to be a sound investment for a business in the long-term, ... May 31st 2012 Fast-growing towns ‘are lacking suitable office space’ The supply of office space in the UK has not responded to demand, a new report has warned. Across the country, businesses are seeking suitable commercial premises, but in many towns and cities they are faced with a shortage of options, the Centre ... May 30th 2012 Employers to use Olympics as a boost for remote working The Olympics’ effect on the UK is set to be massive in terms of tourism and exposure but it could also have an effect on the UK’s workforce too. That’s according to the results of a recent Chartered Institute of Personnel and ... May 30th 2012 4G mobile broadband ‘to boost employee productivity’ In recent years, the advent of mobile internet services has brought about significant changes to the way UK professionals work. Once tied to their offices, employees can now work on the move, using web-enabled smartphones, laptops and media ... May 30th 2012 Monday morning ‘the most productive time of the week’ During the long working week, office productivity levels experience inevitable peaks and troughs. At some points of the working day, employees have simply had enough – productivity levels tend to dip late in the afternoon. And at others ... May 29th 2012 UK’s Best Workplaces survey highlights positive office set-ups Companies all across the country, whether they operate in solo or shared offices, are now well aware of just how important morale is among their workforce. One such company who realise this more than most, it seems, is Baringa Partners. This ... May 29th 2012 Mobile workers keeping devices on 24/7 Mobile working has the potential to offer many benefits to businesses and organisations. Equipping workers with smartphones, tablets and web-enabled laptops can enable them to work on the move, reducing the amount of ‘dead time’ ... May 25th 2012 Office politics threaten to increase staff attrition It is the blight of almost every workplace up and down the country – office politics. Conflicting employees, unwarranted promotions, unequal treatment – all these issues and more threaten to derail business productivity. ... May 24th 2012 Employer behaviours which annoy office workers Employers and office workers rarely tend to be the best of friends. By nature, bosses are concerned with extracting every last ounce of effort out of their employees, often working them to the bone. Employees often feel as if the people paying ... May 23rd 2012 Hot desking can help businesses cut office costs With the ongoing economic climate putting businesses under pressure to cut costs, any measures that can be implemented to reduce expenditure are worth considering. A major expense for many businesses is the premises they use to go about their ... May 22nd 2012 Office employees ‘facing burnout’ amid heavy work demands Business employers need to take steps to ensure their overworked employees do not suffer burnout, it has been suggested. Writing for CNN Money, Gary M Stern suggested that employees are being forced to work harder and harder – but many ... May 18th 2012 Regular breaks important for office worker health Office workers are often reminded of the importance of taking regular exercise, but whether the message is getting through is debatable. All too often, employees are spending hours each day sat down at their desks and then going home to rest ... May 17th 2012 Business leaders can outsource control of office space In a difficult economic climate, business leaders have more than enough on their plate just running their companies. Difficult decisions need to be made on a daily basis regarding sales, finance, personnel and growth strategies, and this ... May 16th 2012 Cut out the stressful commute by walking to the office For employees who spend their working days in London office space, the commute is likely to be one of the more stressful parts of their day. Whether they take the Tube, the bus or drive through the traffic to work, they are likely to be faced with ... May 15th 2012 How much space does a business office need? When setting up an office, businesses and organisations have to consider a number of competing interests, with cost and comfort perennially at odds. Employers want their staff to be happy in their working environment and have access to all ... May 14th 2012 Office employees happy to work flexibly The growing popularity of flexible working schemes means business leaders should face only limited opposition to the introduction of serviced or virtual offices. For many companies, such facilities allow them to reduce overheads significantly ... May 11th 2012 Mobile working buoyed by Virgin’s onboard communication services Virgin Atlantic has announced plans to allow phone calls and texts onboard its services, which will encourage mobile working for its customers. According to the Telegraph, the move will make Virgin Atlantic the first airline in Britain to ... May 10th 2012 Mobile working: The growing importance of MDM As more businesses and organisations embrace mobile working, mobile device management (MDM) is becoming increasingly important. IT analyst Gartner claimed that an added focus must be placed on MDM to ensure the benefits of mobile solutions ... May 10th 2012 Wasted time in meetings hitting office worker productivity Office workers are wasting many millions of hours each year in unnecessary meetings, a new study has suggested. Research commissioned by the Centre for Economics and Business Research and Epson indicates the economy missed out on £26 billion ... May 09th 2012 Virtual and serviced offices ‘make the right impression’ Virtual and serviced offices can give new businesses the prestige they need to attract top-tier clients, it has been suggested. Writing for AccountingWeb.com, Mark Lee, chairman of the Tax Advice Network, suggested that these allow professionals ... May 08th 2012 Lunchtime disco allows London office workers to boogie London office workers are being given the opportunity to properly let off steam during their break, following the launch of a new lunchtime disco. In what could be a world’s first, Nightclub Drink, Shop and Dance is throwing parties ... May 04th 2012 Use BYOD to encourage mobile working Introducing the ‘bring your own device’ (BYOD) concept into the office can promote mobile working practices in the long-term, potentially saving companies plenty of money. Allowing staff to use their own laptops and tablets ... May 03rd 2012 Offices fork out £160m on wasted lighting Failure by office workers to properly manage their resources is costing companies millions of pounds a year in waste. With research suggesting that forgetting to switch the lights off carries an annual bill of £160 million for the UK’s ... May 03rd 2012 Creating conditions for more female office workers on the board Promoting gender equality at a board level should be a crucial consideration across all office space in London, with the capital having a crucial role to play in encouraging more females into board-level positions. Currently, women make ... May 03rd 2012 How to improve office worker morale on a budget If employers can keep employee morale high, there is a good chance they can maximise productivity and improve the overall bottom line for their company. But in a difficult economic climate, keeping office workers fully engaged and motivated ... May 02nd 2012 Office workers engaged despite return to recession Despite the difficult economic climate, UK office workers are continuing to give their all to their employers, it has been claimed. Research conducted by Badenoch & Clark suggests employee engagement is defying the recession, with ... May 01st 2012 Serviced offices help small businesses grow Small businesses are rarely able to compete with larger companies on price and product range, but they may be at an advantage in other ways. By being agile and flexible, local enterprises can respond quickest to changing market conditions, ... Apr 30th 2012 Expand your business using a virtual office Virtual offices may be ideal for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) wanting to increase the size of their organisation on a budget, it has been claimed. Writing for Dynamic Business, Marcus Moufarrige said virtual offices are not just ... Apr 27th 2012 No evidence of mobile technology health risks as yet More and more office workers and other employees are turning to handheld technology as they bid to work more flexibly and with greater agility. Sales of smartphones and media tablets have soared in recent years, as professional people have ... Apr 26th 2012 Super-fast broadband ‘boosts appeal of London offices’ For companies seeking serviced offices and virtual offices, business grade connectivity is increasingly important. As cloud computing becomes more important and many business functions move online, companies need their offices to be ... Apr 25th 2012 Afternoon naps ‘can raise office productivity’ As businesses try to maximise productivity, workers are finding themselves put under ever-greater pressure in the workplace. And with this being the case, employees are inevitably using up more energy in the workplace and exposing themselves ... Apr 24th 2012 Brits call for 4G services for mobile working British professionals want to see next-generation mobile services launch in the UK as soon as possible, a new study has suggested. In a poll conducted by Everything Everywhere – the UK parent company of Orange and T-Mobile – 82 ... Apr 23rd 2012 Competitive edge helps boost office productivity Whether businesses operate from a serviced office, have a team of mobile workers or allow their employees to use hot-desking, success often hinges on the efforts of employees on the front line. Workers can be the biggest asset a company or organisation ... Apr 20th 2012 Office workers ‘retain more info using visual mapping’ Both individuals and groups of office workers are wasting valuable mental resources, performing less efficiently and retaining less information by using traditional office software, it has been claimed. 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