A hybrid work model can offer significant advantages for both businesses and employees in terms of cost savings and staff retention. Here’s a breakdown of the benefits:
Cost savings for businesses:
Reduced office space: With some employees working remotely, companies can downsize their office footprint. This translates to major savings on rent, utilities, and maintenance costs.
Lower operational costs: There might be a reduction in expenses for office supplies, printing, and even cleaning services.
- Potentially less expensive technology: Depending on the specific needs of remote workers, companies might find that cloud-based solutions are more cost-effective than traditional on-premise IT infrastructure
Cost savings for employees:
- Reduced commuting expenses: Employees who work from home some of the time save money on gas, public transportation fares, and car wear and tear.
Benefits that improve staff retention:
- Improved work-life balance: A hybrid model allows employees more flexibility to manage personal commitments alongside work responsibilities, leading to higher satisfaction and reduced stress.
- Access to a wider talent pool: Companies can attract candidates who might not be able to relocate for a traditional office job, expanding their reach and attracting top talent.
Statistics
The latest studies indicate that:
- 74% of CFOs are moving or actively looking to move to shared office or flex space,
- 64% have already reduced their space to accommodate hybrid work.
- Separate research by IWG found that (73%) of businesses have reduced office space costs by downsizing their central HQ.
Analysis by research firm Global Workplace Analytics has shown that hybrid working can save organisations more than £10,000 per employee a year on average. These savings can be channelled into investment for growth.
- 77% of workers consider an office close to home a must-have job requirement
- Hybrid working can reduce employee turnover rates by 35%
- 79% of workers say they are more productive since switching to hybrid.
What can dbs offer?
Our Hybrid model covers numerous flexible options as follows: 
Serviced offices with a hybrid option combine the benefits of a traditional serviced office with the flexibility of remote work. Here’s what you can expect:
Traditional Serviced Office Features:
- Private office space: Get a dedicated, lockable office for your team, eliminating distractions and fostering a sense of professionalism.
- Fully equipped workspace: Move right in with furniture, high-speed internet, phone lines.
- Shared amenities: Enjoy access to facilities like meeting rooms, indoor/outdoor breakout areas, printing services, and even kitchens without managing them yourself.
- Professional services: You get a professional receptionist to greet clients. There is also the option of mail handling, or video conferencing capabilitie
Hybrid Work Flexibility:
- Scalable office space: We allow you to adjust your office size as your needs change. This is perfect for companies with a hybrid workforce, where some employees come to the office occasionally and others work remotely full-time.
- Hot desking options: In addition to dedicated desks, we offer hot desking options. This allows remote employees to occasionally book a desk in the office when they need a focused workspace or want to collaborate with colleagues in person.
- Meeting room access: Book our meeting rooms for team get-togethers, client presentations, or training sessions when needed
Conference rooms
Our conference rooms can accommodate larger groups, typically ranging from 10 to 40 people or more depending on arrangement. They are fully equipped
with audio/visual technology like projectors, screens, and video conferencing capabilities and have whiteboards and flipcharts for presentations.
Small meeting rooms
These are ideal for small groups from 2 – 10 people. Some do have presentation technology, but these rooms are mainly for discussion type of meetings.
We can also offer delicious buffet lunches.
Coworking
Our coworking areas offer:
- Community atmosphere: Unlike traditional offices where everyone works for the same company, a coworking space brings together people from diverse backgrounds. This fosters interaction and potential for collaboration.
- Shared resources: We have high-speed Wi-Fi, printers, meeting rooms (bookable), and even kitchens are available for everyone’s use. This eliminates the need for individual companies to invest in these resources.
- No long-term leases: You pay for a membership that grants access to the coworking space for a set period, like a month or a year. This is ideal for freelancers or startups who don’t need a permanent office.
- Scalability: If your team grows or shrinks, you can easily adjust your membership plan to fit your needs. There’s no need to find a new office space every time your needs change.
- Cost-effective: Sharing resources and infrastructure brings down the overall cost compared to a traditional office setup. This can be a major advantage for budget-conscious businesses or individuals.
Dedicated Desk is your own personal workstation within a shared office space, like a co-working environment. It offers a nice middle ground between working from a traditional office and a more transient co-working setup. Here’s what you get with a dedicated desk:
- Assigned workspace: Unlike hot desking where you use any available desk each day, a dedicated desk is yours to personalise and keep your belongings in. It provides a sense of ownership and familiarity that can boost productivity.
- Stability and security: You know exactly where your desk is located, and you can leave your work computer and essential supplies there without worry. This can be a big advantage compared to constantly packing up and down at a hot desk.
- Networking opportunities: While you have your own space, a dedicated desk in a co-working environment allows you to interact with other professionals and potentially build connections.
- Amenities: Our receptionist will meet and greet visitors. You have access to our high-speed Wi-Fi, printing services, meeting rooms (bookable), and our kitchen.
- Cost-effective: Compared to renting a private office, a dedicated desk is a more affordable option. You get the benefits of a dedicated workspace without the higher costs.
Day Office is like a temporary haven for professionals who need a fully-equipped workspace for a short period. Think of it as a hotel room for work, but instead of a bed, you get a desk and a professional atmosphere. Here’s what you can expect:
- Private space: Unlike co-working spaces with open desks, a day office provides a fully enclosed room with a door. This ensures privacy and allows you to focus on confidential tasks or take important calls without distractions.
- Equipped for work: Our day offices come furnished with essentials like a desk, chair, high-speed internet. You can walk in with your laptop and be ready to work right away.
Flexible rental options: You can rent one of our day offices for as little as an hour or as long as a full day or even several days a month, depending on your needs.
Virtual Office this is basically a business setup that lets you ditch the traditional office space but still project a professional image. Here’s the gist:
- Professional address: You get a business address, our address is your registered address to use for your website and marketing materials,
- Remote-friendly services: We offer tools to help you work remotely effectively. This includes telephone answering with a receptionist service, video conferencing capabilities, and access to meeting rooms for occasional in-person interactions (bookable).
- Cost-effective: Since you’re not renting a physical space, virtual offices are a much more budget-friendly option compared to traditional offices. You only pay for the services you actually need.
- Flexibility: Virtual offices are perfect for startups, freelancers, or small businesses that don’t require a dedicated office space but still want to maintain a professional presence. It also allows your team to work from anywhere with an internet connection.
If any of these services appeal to you please telephone 01332 856336 for Castle Donington 0116 2325100 for Glenfield, Leicester and 01530 353500 for Ashby.