Our way of conducting business has changed since the start of the pandemic. Our society has seen a significant shift in how we work and where we work. Companies and employees alike are still trying to solve this new work landscape, and some have tinkered with the idea of a hot desk setup. We share our insights on what a hot desk setup is and how it can work for your business.

Hot Desk Defined

A hot desk environment is a dedicated office space with limited desks available to a flexible workforce.

Users

Any company can use this setup in a private workspace. A hot desk environment could be the solution for companies trying to save on overhead costs while employing a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Employers can enjoy rather considerable cost savings to eliminate a large portion of their overhead expenses. Smaller offices and less capital equipment result in less spending.

Both employers and employees can reap the benefits of collaboration that a hot desk setup gives. Teams from various departments can get together effortlessly in this type of environment. Colleagues who might not have otherwise met will have the opportunity to work alongside each other and understand the business from a broader perspective.

Employees who work remotely or in a hybrid role can find this setup useful. Remote employees might need to meet their colleagues in person or want a break from their location. Creating a hot desk set up will allow them the flexibility in showing up to a workspace. Hybrid employees can reap the same benefits by showing up to the office when required.

Drawbacks

Having an office set up like the game of musical chairs can undoubtedly have its drawbacks. Since employees are no longer guaranteed a dedicated desk, they can walk into the office and find no availability. Although waiting for a desk is an option, it does cost time and, therefore, money for the employee to stay.

The company culture could suffer from a hot desk setup. If teams cannot sit together and collaborate or constantly struggle to find a desk when they need one, the morale can deteriorate. Employees may feel undervalued when they do not have dedicated space, leaving them with negative experiences.

Training in a hot desk environment could prove to be complicated. When employees may or may not show up on any given day, it makes planning a training session with multiple people a headache.

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