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Help us donate 100 coats for those who are homeless in Oxfordshire this winter! Many of us enjoy the luxury of heat and shelter when the weather turns, but many people in Oxfordshire don’t have anywhere to call home. When the cold weather commences those in our community desperately need clean warm coats to help […]
Aston & James, in collaboration with Oxfordshire Mind, is proud to announce the launching of their Workplace, Well-being and Wellness Roadshow during Mental Health Awareness Week from the 13th to the 19th of May 2024. This innovative initiative aims to promote mental and physical well-being in the workplace, reaching businesses across Oxfordshire. The Workplace, Well-being […]
In the era of transformed work dynamics, employees are actively seeking the elusive equilibrium between the traditional office and the comforts of home. As hybrid work gained greater momentum, it brought forth a set of novel challenges. This article delves into the burgeoning trend of flexible office spaces, exploring the intricacies of safeguarding personal belongings, […]
Your office is more than a space; it’s a canvas waiting to be adorned with a harmonious blend of functionality and style. Our latest blog post delves into the functionalities of colour, ergonomics, well-being, furniture, and optimising the space in your office. Integrating some or all of the options mentioned, you can transform your office […]
Office Design Trends for 2024 The landscape of office spaces has undergone a transformative shift driven by evolving workplace strategies. In 2024, the focus is on delivering high-quality office environments with pleasing aesthetics in today’s workplaces to align with the changing expectations of businesses. Premium Workspace Demands: As companies explore reducing office footprints, the emphasis remains […]
Industry Celebration of 2023 Aston & James are delighted to have won the New Dealer of the Year award at The Office Friendly Awards 2023. The Office Friendly national industry awards Office Friendly was founded in 1994 when independent business supply resellers teamed up to achieve exclusive trading arrangements. They realised that the more you […]
Help us donate #100 coats for those who are homeless in Oxfordshire this winter! Whilst many of us enjoy the luxury of heat and shelter when the weather turns, many people in Oxfordshire don’t have anywhere to call home. When the cold weather commences people who are homeless in our community desperately need clean, warm […]
The study presents clear evidence of the positive effect of workplace initiatives on employee satisfaction across various characteristics. Compared to non-certified spaces, offices with health and wellness initiatives showed greater levels of satisfaction in the following key areas… In today’s rapidly evolving work landscape, the quest to create workspaces that enhance both productivity and […]
The modern workplace landscape has been forever altered by the rise of remote work. As technology advances and employee preferences shift, the debate between remote work and in-office work continues to be a hot topic. Both options offer distinct advantages and challenges, raising important questions about productivity, collaboration, work-life balance, and company culture. In this blog, […]
Supporting locally-owned businesses can have numerous benefits for both individuals and the community as a whole. Here are ten top reasons why you should consider sticking local and supporting your local businesses: Boost your local economyWhen you purchase from locally-owned businesses, you are contributing to the local economy by keeping money within the community. This […]
As more employees opt for hybrid working arrangements, businesses are faced with new challenges There’s been a shift from working at home post-pandemic to hybrid working now, where employees share their working time between the office and on the go or at home. While some workers are keen to migrate back into the office environment, […]
Hybrid working solutions The recent pandemic has increased employee demand for flexible working practices, although hybrid working isn’t feasible for all businesses, many management teams who can support the scheme remain sceptical about the arrangements of the hybrid option. However, incorporating this into a workplace can improve work-life balance, boost motivation and productivity, and contribute […]
Offsite construction company, Green Unit, launches its newest modular product range, the STUDIO, which is a high-spec, garden office and studio space. Using their expertise in modern methods of manufacturing and offsite construction, Green Unit has developed the STUDIO which sits alongside its ARC modular building offering as a compact, efficient garden room for all-year-round […]
Hybrid working could bring nearly 4 million people “locked out” from work such as parents, carers and disabled people into the workforce and enable part-time workers to work more hours adding £48.3bn to the UK economy each year, according to a major new study by Virgin Media O2 Business and the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr).
This morning, City AM has reported that more than a quarter (26%) of UK businesses will either close, downsize or consolidate their offices in the coming months, as companies move to hybrid working models. More than half (53%) of businesses plan to offer more flexible or remote working policies, while 30 per cent are expecting employees in the office between one and three days per week, research by YouGov for HR tech firm Applaud found.