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Beyond Open-Plan: How One Firm is Making a More Purpose-Driven Workplace

Beyond Open-Plan: How One Firm is Making a More Purpose-Driven Workplace

A global consulting firm recently opened a new office and decided to rethink the typical open-plan setup.

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Waffle for Desks

Waffle for Desks

Introducing Waffle for Desks — We announced Waffle in October but we left one thing out: Waffle will support desks, too.

Introducing Better Wayfinding

Introducing Better Wayfinding

For all of us who've ever tilted our heads to orient ourselves on a paper map, this one's for you.

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Introducing Better Wayfinding

Introducing Better Wayfinding

For all of us who've ever tilted our heads to orient ourselves on a paper map, this one's for you.

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Back to the Future — Introducing Waffle

Back to the Future — Introducing Waffle

Part love letter to our customers and part return to our roots.

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The essential workplace analytics glossary

The essential workplace analytics glossary

Here are the workplace analytics terms to know, ranging from the industry standard terms and metrics to the ones leaders are using to analyze the new world of work.

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Moving Density to in-person

Moving Density to in-person

Today we announced that we’re transitioning Density to an in-person company. Below is the note we shared with our team.

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Beyond desk sharing ratios: the new metrics for smart occupancy planning

Beyond desk sharing ratios: the new metrics for smart occupancy planning

Go beyond the desk sharing ratio metric to achieve efficiency in occupancy planning without compromising experience.

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Why your “good enough” workplace measurement isn’t good enough

Why your “good enough” workplace measurement isn’t good enough

Here are some of the status quo solutions workplaces use to measure their spaces and why they’re just not good enough.

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5 reasons why you shouldn’t rely on batteries to measure your spaces

5 reasons why you shouldn’t rely on batteries to measure your spaces

When you're making the investment to measure your space, here's why you shouldn't rely on a few AA batteries.

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Keep your workspace on track with Sensor Status

Keep your workspace on track with Sensor Status

Sensor Status, a feature in Density Live, lets you monitor and manage your sensors with ease.

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4 myths of the modern office debunked

4 myths of the modern office debunked

Our panel of workplace experts debunk 4 prevalent myths surrounding office behaviors and uncover the truth behind each one.

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How manager presence boosts return to office success

How manager presence boosts return to office success

Our deep dive into the data revealed a common thread among teams that consistently work from the office.

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Introducing: Density Adaptive Cleaning

Introducing: Density Adaptive Cleaning

Detect unused spaces, generate an automatic cleaning plan and estimate the value of a more efficient operation.

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Why your building should get a report card, too

Why your building should get a report card, too

Buildings are more than just bricks and mortar; they're part of the team.

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The modern office will feel like your favorite café — data proves it

The modern office will feel like your favorite café — data proves it

What if companies turn their entire offices into community hubs? Here are three data-backed reasons why this is a likely direction for workplaces.

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How Gen Z is reshaping workplace experience and expectations

How Gen Z is reshaping workplace experience and expectations

The challenge lies in merging Gen Z's vision with the practicalities of space management.

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The role of the office in building trust in a distributed world

The role of the office in building trust in a distributed world

Whether you are office-first, hybrid, or follow another model, the role of the office in building trust remains crucial.

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Why office spaces are more occupied but less utilized

Why office spaces are more occupied but less utilized

Office spaces are seeing an increase in occupancy rates, yet they remain surprisingly underutilized. Why?

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How workplace design can nurture employee well-being

How workplace design can nurture employee well-being

Learn how to leverage the power of physical space to promote a holistic approach to well-being.

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3 proven strategies to boost office occupancy and employee satisfaction

3 proven strategies to boost office occupancy and employee satisfaction

Companies today aim not just to fill their offices but to make them places where employees do their best work.

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How Meta is reinvigorating the in-office experience

How Meta is reinvigorating the in-office experience

Meta is making a strong statement about its commitment to employee well-being.

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Meet Entry Long Range

Meet Entry Long Range

Introducing Entry Long Range: simple setup, sunlight support, and unparalleled accuracy.

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Google opens its doors to the community. What it means for the future of workspaces

Google opens its doors to the community. What it means for the future of workspaces

This could well be a glimpse into the future of corporate workspaces and the evolving role they will play in our lives.

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From empty offices to thriving data centers? Unlocking new revenue streams

From empty offices to thriving data centers? Unlocking new revenue streams

Data center conversions can be a highly profitable avenue for CREs looking to repurpose underutilized spaces.

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How to unlock the power of collaborative spaces for the modern workplace

How to unlock the power of collaborative spaces for the modern workplace

Collaborative spaces create prime opportunities to tap into the psychological benefits of socialization.

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Defining your hybrid

Defining your hybrid

Whatever you call it (hybrid, flexible, dynamic), the new work model is here to stay. Let’s optimize it for our benefit.

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A guide to using dynamic furniture in the workplace

A guide to using dynamic furniture in the workplace

Dynamic office furniture solves several challenges such as facilitating hybrid meetings and empowering autonomy.

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Density vs. Badge Swipes

Density vs. Badge Swipes

Badge systems were not designed for the intricate task of measuring space utilization.

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How Heatmaps saves you from unneeded plane rides

How Heatmaps saves you from unneeded plane rides

Heatmaps helps you replay a day in the life of a space and avoid plane rides to go and actually visit a space yourself.

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Density vs. Desk Booking Data

Density vs. Desk Booking Data

Desk booking systems ease reservations but often fail to effectively measure actual space utilization.

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Got ghost meetings? How to solve this costly workplace challenge

Got ghost meetings? How to solve this costly workplace challenge

Ghost meetings block off meeting spaces that appear used in a company’s booking calendar but are actually empty.

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Density vs. Time Utilization Studies

Density vs. Time Utilization Studies

For years, teams have relied on time utilization studies and visual observations to understand space utilization.

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Atlas 2.0: Heatmaps, Observations, and Reporting

Atlas 2.0: Heatmaps, Observations, and Reporting

Atlas encourages discovery and observation — the same behaviors that are second nature when you visit a place in-person.

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From workplace data to workplace design — creating modern workspaces

From workplace data to workplace design — creating modern workspaces

The way people work is changing. Workplace design must change with it. Data is the key to this change.

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RTO Report: June 2023

RTO Report: June 2023

In June 2023, the average utilization rate across the Density network of customers reached 21%.

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Density vs. Zoom

Density vs. Zoom

While Zoom offers convenience and insights into Zoom-enabled rooms, it does not capture data on other space types.

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Are dedicated desks the key to a better return-to-office?

Are dedicated desks the key to a better return-to-office?

A dedicated desk removes the stress and anxiety that comes with finding and settling into a new workspace every day.

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How hybrid leasing and shared spaces with other companies sparks vibrant workplaces

How hybrid leasing and shared spaces with other companies sparks vibrant workplaces

Sharing office space and amenities through a hybrid lease can make critical mass easier to maintain and cut expenses.

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3 hybrid meeting challenges Vision Pro could solve

3 hybrid meeting challenges Vision Pro could solve

Vision Pro can potentially transform and improve the hybrid meeting experience.

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Finding the right mix of spaces to increase workplace occupancy and utilization

Finding the right mix of spaces to increase workplace occupancy and utilization

83% of employees surveyed by Gensler would spend more time in the office if their ideal mix of work experiences were met.

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How JPMorgan Chase is building the workplace of the future — inside a lab

How JPMorgan Chase is building the workplace of the future — inside a lab

See how JPMorgan Chase is using the workplace to drive higher performance and foster a sense of belonging.

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Our return-to-office experiment

Our return-to-office experiment

Beginning May 1, employees living within a 30-mile radius of our S.F. office will return to the office 3 days a week.

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RTO rates continue to climb, but show signs of slowing down

RTO rates continue to climb, but show signs of slowing down

Every month that passes in 2023, more U.S. workers are returning to the office, but those numbers show signs of slowing down.

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Combatting digital overload with in-office experiences

Combatting digital overload with in-office experiences

The technology that makes remote work possible is a vital asset for companies, but it comes with significant challenges.

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Why leading companies are prioritizing privacy

Why leading companies are prioritizing privacy

Technologies such as camera-based sensors and desk occupancy sensors can expose you to employee backlash and legal risk.

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Density named one of FastCo's most innovative companies

Density named one of FastCo's most innovative companies

Density shows how wasted office space can save companies billions in real estate costs.

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How Wistia balances in-person and remote to improve employee engagement

How Wistia balances in-person and remote to improve employee engagement

Wistia leaders implemented 2 strategies to re-engage employees, factoring in both in-person and remote experiences.

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How return to office data will shift skylines

How return to office data will shift skylines

An entire city reliably knowing how it was used would unlock a world of new possibilities.

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What will sustainability look like for the future of CRE

What will sustainability look like for the future of CRE

Sustainable office buildings can reduce employee absenteeism and improve productivity.

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The what, why, and how of the human-centric workplace

The what, why, and how of the human-centric workplace

Creating a human-centric workplace can preserve and increase employees’ productivity.

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The value of measuring office space utilization

The value of measuring office space utilization

Office space utilization plays a crucial role in not only maximizing productivity but also minimizing costs.

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Meet "The Cube," Meta's soundproofing cubicle

Meet "The Cube," Meta's soundproofing cubicle

In trying to solve for the noisy office, Meta uncovered a way to improve the efficiency of its meeting rooms.

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More U.S. workers returned to office in January 2023

More U.S. workers returned to office in January 2023

More U.S. workers returned to the office in January 2023 than in any other month since the pandemic.

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Maximizing workplace ROI with Atlas

Maximizing workplace ROI with Atlas

Atlas is a fast, fun, and forgiving interface to understand how your spaces perform.

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Weak social ties and the workplace

Weak social ties and the workplace

Weak ties create bridges that allow new information to pass between groups, and they’re vital to a company’s success.

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Crafting an effective employee experience strategy

Crafting an effective employee experience strategy

Creating a positive and engaging employee experience is crucial for your company's success.

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Why workplace leaders should focus on intentionality

Why workplace leaders should focus on intentionality

Employees can sit at a desk staring at Zoom all day from their makeshift home offices. The office can offer something better.

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Four benefits to in-person collaboration — and how to nurture it

Four benefits to in-person collaboration — and how to nurture it

87% of employees say the office is important for collaborating with team members and building relationships. Here's why.

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The workplace in 2023: 10 predictions from Nellie Hayat

The workplace in 2023: 10 predictions from Nellie Hayat

Density Workplace Innovation Lead Nellie Hayat on what she sees for the workplace industry in 2023 (and beyond).

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2023 Workplace Predictions from 7 industry innovators

2023 Workplace Predictions from 7 industry innovators

Leaders from From GitLab, Deloitte, and more share their thoughts on 2023 for the workplace industry.

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Workforce planning: How to future-proof your business

Workforce planning: How to future-proof your business

Workforce planning creates a roadmap that helps companies optimize their workforces to meet business needs.

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3 strategies for your RTO toolbox from Cisco, Indeed, and Dropbox

3 strategies for your RTO toolbox from Cisco, Indeed, and Dropbox

A return-to-office strategy can guide employees through new ways of working and interacting with colleagues.

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Report: Mondays are the New Fridays

Report: Mondays are the New Fridays

Offices have historically been pretty empty on Fridays. Now it appears Mondays are following suit.

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How measuring Critical Mass unlocks your workplace ROI

How measuring Critical Mass unlocks your workplace ROI

The question that is on everybody's mind is, ‘How do you create a critical mass of people on a floor or in a space?'

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Creating the right mix of “me” spaces and “we” spaces

Creating the right mix of “me” spaces and “we” spaces

Workplace leaders are recognizing the value of putting employees first and prioritizing a healthy work environment.

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Meet Atlas: Software To Unlock Workplace ROI

Meet Atlas: Software To Unlock Workplace ROI

Many companies still rely on outdated, anecdotal data to make real estate decisions. Density Atlas tackles this challenge.

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Proptech: What is it and how does it impact CRE

Proptech: What is it and how does it impact CRE

Proptech can improve how people buy, sell, rent, design, construct, or manage properties.

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2024 Workplace Utilization Buyer’s Guide

2024 Workplace Utilization Buyer’s Guide

This guide is designed to help you compare and contrast different workplace utilization solutions.

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Acquiring Prevision.io and Expanding Density to EMEA

Acquiring Prevision.io and Expanding Density to EMEA

Measuring and improving our footprint on the world requires an international focus.

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Introducing Density Atlas

Introducing Density Atlas

Our goal is to give you an analytics tool you love to use. To do that we’re building a tool we love to use.

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Why pre-employment onboarding is crucial for hybrid workplaces

Why pre-employment onboarding is crucial for hybrid workplaces

In this competitive labor market, hybrid companies need to maximize the effectiveness of their onboarding processes.

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How to design an effective workplace experience survey for employees

How to design an effective workplace experience survey for employees

The more feedback and data you can collect about the office, the more tailored and successful a workplace you can create.

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The many shades of hybrid work

The many shades of hybrid work

To build the best hybrid work model, you must first get familiar with the many options in front of you.

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4 space utilization metrics to measure — and how to optimize them

4 space utilization metrics to measure — and how to optimize them

4 important workplace utilization metrics to measure, including examples of how teams use this data to make better decisions.

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Four tips for your flex work policy from 3 top companies

Four tips for your flex work policy from 3 top companies

Flexible work conditions provide a range of benefits for both employees and employers.

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Facility management and the modern workplace

Facility management and the modern workplace

Facilities managers ensure that your real estate portfolio is running efficiently for both your business and employees.

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Why you shouldn’t talk about “returning to work”

Why you shouldn’t talk about “returning to work”

“Return to work" implies that people haven’t been working when they were remote.

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What is common space conferencing?

What is common space conferencing?

Why does a conference room need to be a room? It doesn’t.

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How to measure the value of your workplace

How to measure the value of your workplace

As companies adopt a hybrid work model, the workplace needs to enhance employee experience. But how do you measure that?

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Five ways to make returning to the office more appealing

Five ways to make returning to the office more appealing

Getting people back in the office means aligning the office with employees’ priorities. Here are 5 ways to do just that.

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A workplace occupancy planning guide for the modern office

A workplace occupancy planning guide for the modern office

Occupancy planning can help you cut costs while creating a productive work environment that can give you an edge.

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How to design your office to support the 3 most common work styles

How to design your office to support the 3 most common work styles

3 of the most common work styles are activity-based, collaborative, and focused. Each type comes with its own needs.

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Five ways technology has changed the modern workplace

Five ways technology has changed the modern workplace

In today’s competitive market, businesses must rethink the status quo and adapt their workplace strategies.

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