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Raising the Bar in Flexible Workspaces: How FlexGrade and Preferred Office Network Empower The Flex Ecosystem

10.08.2025

In today’s flexible workspace market, the conversation is shifting from availability and price to quality, operational excellence, and enterprise readiness. More than ever, corporate occupiers want assurance that their teams will find consistent levels of service, security, and professionalism across every location they choose.That’s where Preferred Office Network and FlexGrade are making a difference by helping operators stand out and occupiers chose [...]

4 Office Amenities That Matter Most to Employees and Why

08.19.2025

What actually makes a difference in the workplace? Here’s what the experts say. Free snacks and ping pong tables might look good on paper, but when it comes to what employees truly value in an office, the answer is far more practical.In a time when flexibility, focus, and well-being are shaping the way people work, thoughtful office amenities can have a real impact [...]

5 Significant Trends Shaping the Modern Office Environment

07.30.2025

What’s driving the evolution of today’s office?From hybrid work and flexible space to green design and employee well-being, the modern office is in the middle of a transformation. But these changes aren’t random. They are deliberate responses to how people work, connect, and prioritize their time.To understand where the office is headed next, we asked five workplace thought leaders to [...]

Barriers to Adopting Flexible Workspaces and How to Overcome Them

06.26.2025

Why Scalable Office Solutions Are Reshaping the Way Companies WorkHybrid teams. Global operations. Rapid market shifts.Today’s enterprise companies are managing more complexity than ever, and many are finding that traditional long-term office leases just can’t keep up. Flexible workspaces offer a smarter, more adaptable path forward. But turning flexibility into a functional, scalable strategy isn’t always easy.From tech gaps and [...]

5 Ways Enterprise Companies Can Immediately Benefit from Flexible Workspace Solutions

04.25.2025

As enterprise companies continue to examine the new world of work amidst an ongoing debate over return to office strategies, it’s clear the rigid structure of traditional office leasing no longer aligns with the fast-moving demands of modern business. Enter flexible workspaces—a strategic alternative that empowers large organizations to adapt, scale, and perform at a higher level.Whether expanding into a new market, [...]

Fractional Offices: A Smart Solution for Enterprise Companies

03.27.2025

In today's ever-evolving business landscape, the way companies operate has undergone significant changes. One of the more recent shifts has been the growing popularity of fractional offices. This flexible workspace model, which allows multiple companies to utilize a shared office space on a part-time basis, offers many benefits—especially for enterprise companies rethinking their office needs.What are Fractional Offices?Fractional offices are arguably the [...]

RTO: Who's Coming Back, Why, And Will It Last?

01.27.2025

In recent years, the concept of remote work has undergone a dramatic evolution. What was once a rare exception has, for many, become the norm. But now, as businesses try to navigate a post-pandemic world, the question on everyone's minds is: Who’s coming back to the office, why, and will it last? Let's break it down. The Return to Office (RTO) Trend After years [...]

The State of the Flexible Workspace Industry: A Look Back and What to Expect in 2025

12.29.2024

As we reflect on 2024, it’s clear that the flexible workspace industry has continued its remarkable evolution, driven by changing workforce dynamics, technology, and shifting corporate strategies. This year has been a critical juncture in refining how businesses operate, with many companies solidifying their hybrid work models, rethinking their real estate needs, and reimagining the future of collaboration. Let’s take a closer look [...]

The Benefits of Flexible Workspace Networks for Global Companies

12.02.2024

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, large multi-market companies face unique challenges. With teams spread across various locations and the demand for agility at an all-time high, the traditional office model often falls short.Enter flexible workspace networks—a solution that not only addresses these challenges but also enhances operational efficiency, employee satisfaction, and overall business agility. Flexible workspace networks address the primary pain [...]

The Rise of Flex Offices: Creating New Opportunities for Landlords and Property Owners

09.30.2024

Flex offices have recently emerged as the cost-saving and flexible alternative to traditional office space. Flex office space allows organizations to adapt and modify their workspaces quickly based on operational needs. Unlike traditional office rentals, flex offices may be leased for the short term or long-term. Flex spaces can easily be reconfigured to suit various tasks and projects.The flexibility of coworking centers and other [...]

Insights from the 2024 Global Workspace Association's Flex Forward Conference

09.16.2024

Preferred Office Network was proud to be a sponsor of the 2024 Global Workspace Association (GWA) Flex Forward Conference, held in sunny Phoenix this year. Each year, industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts from across North America gather to learn, share ideas and network with other flexible workspace industry colleagues. The conference, which took place from September 10-13th, was a whirlwind of insightful sessions that focused [...]

Case Study: See Why A Leading Fortune 500 Company Chooses Preferred Office Network's Zero-Capital Flexible Offices Over Traditional Office Space

08.21.2024

With Preferred Office Network’s turn-key flexible offices and team suites, a leading global science and technology company has:Leveraged flexible office spaces to achieve a more cost-efficient real estate footprintReduced their use of traditional office spaces that require significant investment and infrastructure spendFound a zero-capital solution that allows the company to establish a presence in new markets with relative easeReduced long-term lease liabilitiesClosed larger [...]

Office Space Trends To Watch In the Second Half of 2024

07.26.2024

Disruption has been the primary theme dominating work and office space trends thus far in 2024. Ongoing inflation, return-to-office mandates, the upcoming presidential election, and an increased focus on work-life balance all have had a significant impact on how and where people work so far in 2024.In the second half of 2024, all of the above trends are likely to continue with some notable [...]

Flexible Office Space: Your Secret Weapon for Creating a Successful Return-to-Work Strategy

06.24.2024

By now, most C-suite executives are formulating a return-to-work plan that transitions employees back to working in a physical office space on a full-time or hybrid basis now that the COVID-19 has largely subsided. A recent report from Resume Builder found that of the 1,000 U.S. company decision-makers surveyed, 90% plan to implement return-to-work policies by the end of 2024.The same report [...]

Preferred Office Network Announces 1,000 Locations Milestone

05.17.2024

In the 14 years since three flex space operators launched Preferred Office Network, we have enjoyed many landmark achievements, among them opening our first locations outside of North America and establishing a sizeable footprint throughout the United Kingdom with an impactful partnership with London-based flexible workspace provider NewFlex. And now, 2024 marks another major milestone for our company: We now boast 1,000 locations in [...]

The Optimistic Future of Flex: 5 Key Takeaways from GWA’s Immersive 2024

05.14.2024

A more informal, intimate gathering of flex workspace innovators designed to evoke ideas, insights, and inspiration about the future of flex? Sign us up! That’s just what our team experienced at Immersive 2024, the Global Workspace Association’s behind-the-scenes look at best-in-class hospitality and forward-looking innovations currently taking place in the flex space industry. Hosted in Nashville and showcasing the Music City’s diverse [...]

Rethinking the Corporate HQ: How Flex Spaces Cultivate Company Culture

04.23.2024

What helps employees thrive? It’s the million-dollar question for business leaders today: How do organizations create a work environment that supports the full employee experience? Research has long suggested that flexible workplaces provide the magical combination of a well-designed work environment and a well-curated work experience that empower employees to demonstrate higher levels of thriving than their old-fashioned office-bound counterparts. But exactly what do [...]

Keeping Our Flex Space Communities Safe: Why Coworking Insurance Matters for Enterprise Clients

03.29.2024

Flexible workplaces have emerged as increasingly viable and vital hubs for collaboration, productivity, and networking for companies of all sizes. Research backs this up: Workers at more than 80% of U.S. companies can now choose from a variety of workplaces to match their needs on any given day. These shared workspaces offer businesses a wealth of advantages, including providing teams the flexibility to work [...]

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