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TODAY’S WORKERS EXPECT CREATIVE LIBERTY AND COLLABORATIVE FLEXIBILITY
...no longer tied or trammelled
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Over the past 20 years, dramatic changes have occurred in
the perception of work and workplaces. The overturning of
the industrial age, with its production approach to all work,
has quite suddenly accelerated and the era is fast coming to
a complete end. Workspaces are hurriedly being adjusted to
fit in with a new age. Work is now known by different names.
In the production age, every machine (otherwise known as
a person) operated in its own sphere, and connected with
others only when strictly necessary. Any other interaction
was likely to be a distraction. Effectiveness of meetings was
essential, to ensure the speediest return to the production
line – whatever ‘production’ meant for that individual.
Flexibility and creative liberty were dangerous and threatened
managers’ ability to control.
In the new age that is sweeping across the Western world,
collaboration and flexibility are the essential ingredients of
today’s approach to work. Increasing initiative and innovation
in every individual, collective output is more important than
personal achievement. And with technology providing
connection from anywhere with colleagues and partners all
over the globe, the exact location of work is no longer fixed.
Workspaces are adapting to this new and dynamic approach
to work. Open and stimulating environments, with the
flexibility to work in different locations and collaborate freely
and informally with colleagues, is essential to harness the full
potential of today’s creative energy. And full facilitation of up-
to-the-minute technology is vital – it is the circulation system
which carries the life-blood of effective collaboration.
A true workspace of today applies intelligent design to provide
for multiple ways of working. With an emphasis on teamwork
and interaction, it will still provide for times of personal focus
time. While providing for the most advanced technological
interaction, it will also enable straightforward get-togethers
where humans chat and share ideas.
The changing workplace is an exciting
trend, filled with opportunities. Tap the
potential and join the revolution – it’s
defining the 21st century.
The changing workplace
The power of one, if fearless and focused,
is formidable, but the power of many
working together is better.
Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
Storagewall
– the earliest design development from Spacestor. Originally conceived in 1989, and still the leading storage solution for contemporary workspaces.
01 - Hub
02 - Snugglestor
03 - Mediastor
04 - Edustor
05 - Hotlocker
Innovation was in the Spacestor blood from day one – and that’s one thing that hasn’t changed.
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Hotlocker
A chic, flexible, highly secure locker system that enhances the environment it resides in.
A premier solution for forward thinking companies. The modular construction tried and
tested in the UK means that future additions, adaptions and reconfigurations are quick,
easy and low in cost. A choice of mechanical and electronic locking options to cover all
levels of security and administration control are available.
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Locker
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We believe that work should flow. Collaboration should occur seamlessly. Technology should support.
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Seamless integration of technology
...the hallmark of an effective workspace
Workspace design now needs to think in terms
of connectivity anywhere - incorporating enough
charging points as well as wireless access. Instead
of a desk being the only docking point, millennials
expect to get connected easily, wherever they
are. Our tech-enabled furniture, such as Nelson
shown here, is essential in today’s workspaces to
maximise effective working and efficiency.
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Born 1982 -2000
Well-educated, very self-confident and plenty of energy
Frequent feedback
Reward for innovation
Plenty of challengesMillennials
defined: Generation Y
Health and wellbeing
Social responsibility
Learning and development
Work-life balance
Career opportunities
IT-savvy and quick communicators
Concerns
Needs
Prefer to work in teams and able to
multi-task
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The new generation of workers is steadily growing within our
workplaces. This is the generation known as the millennials,
or Generation Y – born between 1982 and 2000 and currently
between their teens and thirties. This generation succeeds
the generation dubbed as Generation X (born between early
1960s and 1982), which in turn succeeded the Baby Boomers
(born between 1946 and early 1960s).
Millennials are causing the greatest shift in workplace
expectations. The industrial model of workplace layout is
thoroughly rejected by millennials, who expect an open,
collaborative, and 100% IT-enabled work environment. They
are typically energetic, creative and need empowerment
to succeed.
Creating and maintaining motivation for millennials is the
challenge of all managers in today’s business. It is not a
challenge to be ignored. The millennials cannot simply be
put in their place and told to abide by the rules of yesteryear.
They are the workers of tomorrow and they have every
means of communication at their disposal to make their
voice heard. And they also have the skills needed to succeed
in today’s business environment.
Workspaces need a greater sense of energy and vibrancy,
coupled with healthy social interaction. They must
allow for multiple styles of working and support creative
approaches to teamwork and solution finding. Technology
and communication needs to be woven seamlessly into the
workplace infrastructure, not added as an afterthought when
the conventional items have been installed.
Workspaces for millennials can cause some unrest among
baby boomers, and possibly Generation X as well. This
potential unrest needs to be managed and some areas
within workplaces that nod more towards conventional work
approaches will help to smooth the transition. But change
they must, because workspaces of yesterday will not attract
and retain the new workers of today and tomorrow.
Workplaces for millennials
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Workspace inspiration at our showroom in the heart of London’s design quarter.
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...all within a relaxed and inspiring setting.
Specialist advice, creative input and showroom - right alongside our factory facility
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If work generates the revenue, why do we still measure time input instead of work output?
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WORKANYWHERE WORK
Freedom to maximise productivity, not just fill out the hours.
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Production flexibility to meet evolving project needs
During any workspace fitout, specific furniture
requirements can change and evolve. Spacestor’s
in-house production facility enables us to adjust
and adapt to your needs in a planned yet flexible
process. Making it easy to ensure mutual success
on every project is our objective.
In an age where technology underpins operation, people are still the heart and soul of every organisation.
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WINNING TEAM
When all is said and done, a winning team is made up of harnessed talent – our people remain our greatest asset.
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Inspirational workspace – a honeypot that attracts the best
workers, the best talent, and the best opportunity for success.
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In a fast-changing world, workspaces must evolve, adapt and transform.
Open. Collaborative. Creative.Effective. Adaptable. Tech-enabled.