out a person than a quick question to a stranger that you have never seen before over email. “There’s a social element here that we don’t want to lose. Whether it’s talking about the weekend or discussing cases over lunch, we need to bounce ideas off each other. And if you’re at home, that doesn’t exist.”There are many benefits that can be said about the hotelling system. The first issue revolves around reduced costs. With employees who are in the office less than fifty percent of the time, having permanent seating arrangements is a high overhead cost to firms. Hotelling reduces these costs by having the system assign random desks to individuals who have decided to do their work at the office. Since seating arrangements are not assigned, firms can hire more employees who can contribute to reduce overhead by bringing in more revenue. Other advantages include a feeling of equality and a more sociable environment. Such a system can improve the synergy within the office. Everyone is treated equally by having a cubicle and limiting those with offices. Whether it be a manger or a junior staff account, everyone should be given a cubicle rather than an office that minimizes floor space. Instead of having a private office, employees are now able to use open-concept workstations. These areas are not surrounded by walls andallow for unobstructed views to the outside. But because of the reduction in private space, firms are creating "oases" or quiet areas where employees can take the opportunity to reflect away from the turmoil of the office. There are also meeting rooms and breakout areas for noisy teamwork. This type of innovative office arrangement, designed specifically for the firm's activities, is a trend that is changing commercial real estate. Because everyone is within close proximity with no boundaries or walls restricting them, allows for people to meet with their neighbour and buil...
