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  “As a manager of a technology team, I never supported the notion of working remotely.” That, according to Richard Casamento, former global program manager for the Intel Corporation. “I assumed people were about half as productive when they weren’t here.” Mr. Casamento isn’t alone in his sentiments. Prior to COVID, it was a challenge to get senior managers to embrace the idea that employees could be as, or more productive from home. But as COVID has taught us, workplaces are constantly evolving spaces. Their design and build are influenced by the changing needs of businesses, productivity trends and yes, occasionally far-reaching pandemic type events from the outside world. In 2021, Successful office designs will reflect the new awareness in the industry, that virtual work is possible and can be managed effectively. Every company will agonize over the balance between remote employee productivity, the desire to save money on office space, and the intangible lifestyle, creativ...

  Are you ready to design an office space that meets all of your business needs? If you suspect that this is a complicated process, well you’re right. As a long-time consultant and contractor for many office environments over the last 20 years, the team at BE has some good advice for company leaders who may be charged with this kind of project. Below are a few essential things you must consider before you start the office  buildout process . These essential strategies will help this process go as smoothly as possible, while also saving time and unplanned expenses. #1 – Determine Your Budget and Timeline Start by developing answers to two of the most fundamental questions – how much are you willing to pay, and when would you like to move in. These questions will shape almost every aspect of your  office buildout  moving forward, from whether you are looking for a new site or not, to the size of the space and the kind of furnishings you want. If you are leasing s...