It is, therefore, extremely important that the decisions made at this juncture elevate the quality of life for the office occupants. The current tight labor market further reinforces the importance of a nurturing environment. Surveys show that potential employees highly value workplaces that demonstrate a firm's commitment to a well cared-for workforce. A broad variety of workspace options have emerged in recent years that have moved away from the concept of the private office and have re-engineered the workplace. Whether or not these alternative strategies are utilized will often depend on the corporate culture, the diversity of the workforce and their need for mobility.
Space is dedicated to a team or group for the duration of a specific project or task.
Two or more shifts of workers share one workstation. A dedicated open group space is surrounded by individual offices or workstations. The setting is designed to support specific group activities. Project teams are co-located for a specific period of time or until the completion of the task. Workplace alternatives independent from the traditional office setting.