Importance of a Work-Friendly Environment Creating a work-friendly environment is pivotal in fostering productivity, creativity, and employee satisfaction. It's a concept that goes beyond just providing a physical space for work; it's about creating an atmosphere that promotes mental and physical well-being. This environment plays a crucial role in how employees interact with their work and each other,...
What is Zero Waste? The concept of Zero Waste is more than just a buzzword; it's an essential philosophy and design principle for our times. Rooted in sustainability, it challenges the traditional 'take, make, dispose' model, advocating for a circular lifecycle of products. In an office context, this means rethinking how every item is used – from paper clips to computer systems – with an emphasis on...
What’s more, social activities tend to be more frequent and kids are also off school. The sun seems to call out to us and the last thing any of us want to do is work the same long hours we’re used during the colder months. The notion of having a flexible work schedule during these 2 or 3 months becomes a desirable aspiration for many. Moreover, the advantages of fluid working hours have been...
With most of us spending long hours at the office every day, it makes sense to equip our workspaces with a couple of personal items that are handy to have on hand. While we go to great lengths to ensure our homes are always stocked up with all our necessities, we tend to neglect to give the same consideration to the place many of us think of as a second home; our office or workspace. Keeping a generous...
The case for renting offices in Malta Typically renowned for its crystal blue waters and plentiful beaches, Malta has successfully put itself on the map as a prime European location for new or relocating businesses, offering tenants a vast array of options to choose from when renting offices in Malta. Making its name as a commercial hub, strategically situated between Europe, the Middle East and Northern...
If you’ve recently managed to start your business, then you deserve a genuine pat on the back! Achieving this first step of many more to come is crucial to your future success as a budding entrepreneur. The next step in expanding your business activity is to recruit more staff as you begin to realise you can’t handle everything alone. And if you’re planning on getting more employees on board, it’s...
Remote working is on the rise and hundreds of companies of all sizes and across all industries have embraced flexible working options in order to provide their employees with a more suitable work style that accommodates the need for a better work-life balance.Moreover, many individuals are catching onto this style of working and realising that their job doesn’t have to determine where they live or...
The administrator of an office hotel typically owns or rents entire office buildings and rents out smaller office spaces to companies who don’t require large areas to conduct their daily business activity.This concept is quite new to Malta, which up until a few years ago was still more focused on traditional office settings. Nevertheless, the surge in foreign companies looking to set up shop on the...
Having a cohesive and united task-force is an essential part of any organisation’s success. Team building involves getting your staff to work together in more informal settings that will help their collaboration while in the office.Regardless of the nature of your organisation, as well as the individual roles that it comprises, your employees will always tend to fall into two broad categories; those who...
The advancements in technology are changing the way that work is evolving. From the way we interact with co-workers to tools that are making our tasks both easier and more complex. We’re also slowly but surely approaching an age when Artificial Intelligence is becoming more of a mainstream reality. In the future, work environments will be designed to be occupied by both humans and machines. While no...
Having a large amount of office space that gives you and your employees ample space to work comfortably is a luxury that, unfortunately, not all companies can afford. You may be fed up of the cramped feeling that your dingy office space gives off but luckily there are a few tried and tested tweaks to make the most of the little space you have available in a smarter way that will make your offices seem...
The addition of a home office to your household is a smart decision for many reasons, whether you’ve recently taken the step to start working from home or you just want a functional space where you can continue to work on tasks and projects outside your workplace.So where to start? You’re likely to face the same challenges that you did with other rooms in your house but some additional hurdles may also...
Nowadays, an office is much more than just four walls within which we’re expected to buckle down and work, 5 days a week. Companies are continuously striving to create an environment where their employees can feel comfortable enough to be able to give their all to their tasks and responsibilities.Office furniture is an essential factor that can easily affect productivity which is why choosing the right...
In a nutshell, a virtual office gives you all the benefits of a regular workspace without the actual physical space. Sounds confusing? It really isn’t. Consider the major advantages listed below and you’ll soon see why this type of office may work for your business.Your Own AddressFor some companies, having a fixed office location isn’t always the best option; for starters, there are the rental costs...
If you work in an office, you may have become immune to the unique culture that may only be found within its walls. If, on the other hand, you’re new to the phenomenon, you may find it somewhat of a culture shock. Take note of the below to better familiarise yourself with all the daily trials and tribulations of any office culture. Don’t worry, you’ll get used to it in no time. Lack of Personal...
An island steeped in culture, history and breath-taking sea views, if you’re considering relocating your offices to Malta, you’ve picked a good contender. Apart from its strategic Mediterranean location and its attractive tax incentives, Malta has a lot to offer which is probably why it’s seen a massive influx of foreign businesses over the past decade. So where to begin? Getting accustomed to the...
Apart from its beauty, culinary delights and easy-going lifestyle, Malta has also undergone a massive overhaul within the business and finance sector over the past few decades. While somewhat limited in natural resources, the Maltese have always relied on its strong human resources sector to expand its potential on a worldwide scale. Once coveted for its booming tourism industry, Malta now also brings...
Business relocation is no easy feat and requires a large amount of planning in order for the process to be successful. It’s also essential to find out as much as possible about your relocation destination to ease the process along and prepare yourself for any unexpected surprises.Whether you’re moving your business operations overseas or expanding your business activity to other branches around the...
The Latest Trend to Sweep Offices Across the GlobeThe brainchild of Herman Miller, the concept of the living office is characterised by a high-performing workplace that presents employees with quality work experience and helps businesses to achieve their long-term goals.Think of it as an improvement of the standard office space, one that provides your staff with all the best tools to be able to do their...
An open-plan office in Malta? Things to consider. It's likely that the concept of the open-plan office in Malta was first inspired after it's launch in Germany way back in the 50s; the idea was to ease communication and collaboration between employees by breaking down walls that act as “barriers to success”. Nowadays, numerous organisations the world over have chosen to adopt this layout for their...
If you’re thinking about relocating or setting up your business in Malta, one of the first things you should consider is, quite obviously, where to base your offices. While most foreign businesses are strongly drawn to a select handful of Maltese towns mentioned above, which cater more specifically to non-locals and tourists, you might want to evaluate some of the aspects of other localities which...
A gem in the heart of the Mediterranean, Malta is best known for its sunny climate, enjoying more than 300 days of sunshine a year. Stunning beaches pepper the island surrounded by sparkling blue waters that make it one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. Coupled with a relatively low cost of living and a booming financial sector, Malta has been attracting some heavyweights across all...
And How to Know What Comes Next This recent trend in office space provides companies with flexible and cost-efficient options that many start-ups and smaller businesses find attractive for their needs as they are still developing. In fact, research suggests that by the end of this year (2017), there will be around 1.2 million people occupying co-working office spaces. However, co-working is no longer a...
Using Plants to Boost Moods and Productivity A cheap and cheerful way to enhance your office space is to bring a couple of plants into the fold. Research by leading psychologists has proven that employees work better when offices are equipped with a substantial number of plants since the green touch greatly aids creativity and productivity, and act as effective stress-busters. The countless health...
Nat Brewer is an Events Manager with NetEnt, one of the biggest gaming software providers in the industry. She opens up about what it’s like to work with such a thriving brand. You recently started working for NetEnt. Have you been in iGaming for long? How did you get into it? I was always curious about the industry. However, with a background in hospitality management, I didn’t think I would ever have...
Top facts about Open Plan OfficesOpen-plan offices are designed to improve communication and workflow. If walls are barriers to success, let us tear them down. Countless businesses love this office layout. It is also modern and stylish. Invariably though, open concept forces individuals to operate in an environment that makes weighty assumptions concerning how they perform best. Anyone who...
How often do you leave home with the thought of 'Urghh!!!! Another day in the office". Well, it doesn't have to be that way and it's up to YOU to change it. As the infamous saying of Mahatma Gandhi goes 'Be the change you want to see"Here's 10 simple tips to liven up the workplace.The next time you walk into the office, try a few of these:1. SMILE and say good morning to anyone you come across, smiling is...
