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As the UK faces a recession and escalating cost of living crisis, facilities managers may feel pressure to reduce budgets by cutting services. However, such short-term measures can backfire, undermining employee wellbeing, productivity, and sustainability initiatives. In these challenging times, organisations need reliable partners providing holistic solutions that uplift people by enhancing workspaces. Workplace, founded in 1999, has navigated multiple recessions while helping clients prioritise their most valuable asset — their people. During the late 2000s financial crisis, which lasted for five quarters and was the deepest UK recession since the Second World War, Workplace adapted its services to support clients through the credit crunch and rising unemployment. In the brief but severe COVID-19 recession of 2020, Workplace swiftly adjusted its offerings to address the pandemic's challenges, ensuring the health and safety of client workspaces. Now, as the UK experiences another recession in 2023-2024, with falling GDP per capita and a decline in school attendance, Workplace continues to combine essential services like commercial cleaning with specialised offerings spanning mechanical, electrical, and technical maintenance. This creates safer, healthier, and more efficient facilities tailored to each client's unique needs. During difficult periods, assess current spaces and contracts to identify gaps in service that hinder goals around employee experience, inclusion, sustainability, and more. Workplace offers customisable facility solutions to help organisations fortify their foundations and adapt to evolving needs through options like: Advanced Cleaning & Hygiene Electrostatic disinfecting, antimicrobial surface treatments, and touchpoint sanitation cost-effectively reinforce occupant safety and public health, potentially reducing absenteeism and healthcare costs. Consumables Optimisation By switching to our core range of high-quality, eco-friendly cleaning products, clients can streamline supply chain costs without compromising effectiveness or sustainability, leading to long-term savings. Waste Reduction & Diversion Strategic waste audits and ethical disposal partnerships help clients minimise environmental impact, boost landfill diversion rates, and reduce waste management costs. Green Cleaning Protocols Adopting chemical-free, non-toxic cleaning products and practices not only reduces environmental impact but also minimises exposure to harsh chemicals that may irritate occupants with sensitivities, potentially reducing absenteeism and healthcare costs. Transitioning to eco-friendly products can lead to long-term savings through bulk purchasing and reduced packaging waste. Beyond these specialised offerings, Workplace encourages proactive collaboration to re-evaluate core services and budgets if your organisation faces recession-related constraints. We pledge flexibility in adapting solutions to your present financial situation while upholding health, safety, and sustainability standards. Embrace Proactive Partnership Schedule quarterly reviews to align service levels with evolving building usage and occupant priorities, optimising cost-efficiency. Conduct regular quality assurance walkthroughs to rapidly remedy issues, preventing costlier problems down the line. Seek occupant input via surveys and focus groups to guide continuous improvement plans that maximise return on investment. Establish mutual performance benchmarks and share data to track progress and identify cost-saving opportunities. Host strategy sessions to forecast upcoming needs and co-develop solutions that balance effectiveness and affordability. As economic challenges persist, secure your footing through strategic facilities management — not indiscriminate service cuts. Seize this opportunity to fortify workspaces that support your people and principles. Partner with Workplace, a company with a proven track record of helping clients weather economic storms since 1999, to create customised, sustainable facility service plans that enable your organisation to withstand turbulence and position for future success. Contact us today to explore flexible facilities solutions that optimise costs without compromising quality. Invest in strategies to uplift your properties and people as economic tides turn. Together, we'll weather this storm and build resilience for brighter days ahead.

This Dyscalculia Awareness Day on March 3rd, at Workplace want to draw attention to this common learning disorder that makes it difficult to perform maths concepts and calculations. Research shows that around 6% of people have characteristics of dyscalculia, which often significantly impacts their ability to carry out essential workplace tasks (BDA, 2024). In commercial cleaning and facility management, employees regularly need maths skills for inventory, measurements, budgets, billing, scheduling, and more. As an industry providing critical health, safety and sustainability services, correctly performing numerical tasks is imperative. Dyscalculia makes it hard to intuitively: Quantity without counting Comparing/ordering number values Recalling and applying numerical facts and procedures Adults with dyscalculia may particularly struggle with: Clocks, schedules and calendars Large numbers and money concepts Budgets, bills, accounting Maps, directions, distances These difficulties can significantly impact confidence, work performance, and mental health. At Workplace, we provide accommodations like: Providing extra inventory count time Supplying calculators, conversion aids & templates Having colleagues double-check costing figures Modifying duties to minimise calculations Building leadership and coworker dyscalculia awareness We also supply built-in dosing systems to eliminate calculations, improving all workers’ confidence in properly mixed solutions. The convenient bottled concentrates easily dose shots directly into buckets or trigger sprayers. Then just top up with water for ready-to-use solutions. This streamlined system eliminates the hassle of dispensers, pumps or accessories. The ultra-concentrated formula also reduces plastic waste and transport emissions with less packaging and fluid to ship per use. With greater workplace awareness and support for neurological differences, we can help those with learning disorders fully contribute. Our diverse workforce includes and values those who think differently. Let's keep accommodating all minds and abilities!

At Workplace, our services rely on remote teams operating independently to maintain client facilities after building users have depart for the day. While the pandemic eventually drove hybrid approaches for our headquarters employees, enabling partial office attendance, personnel directly delivering services on-location remain fully distributed by nature of their roles. Whether working solo or grouped in small coordinated teams, effectively supporting those remote workers requires proactive investment - from inclusive policies to open communication channels. Here we share Workplace’s best practices for efficiently empowering and managing distributed staff. Train Managers in Recognising Neurodiversity We believe neurodiverse teams fuel innovation through diverse perspectives. We train managers in spotting potential learning differences like dyslexia or signs of autism, ADHD or anxiety. Destigmatizing and supporting disabilities, diagnosed or not, allows more people to thrive. Adjustments get tailored discreetly, as comfort allows. “I appreciate how understanding everyone is of my sensory needs – it makes my job possible,” noted cleaner Maria S. Check In Regularly on Health and Connections Without daily office interactions, it takes effort to gauge remote staff wellness. We implemented platforms allowing personnel to flag needs via our the Hub in their colleague portal or via our HR team directly. Managers also conduct regular check-ins, plus chat groups enable broader peer discussions. Coordinate Logistics Proactively Distributing schedules, site details, equipment lists and contact info requires organised coordination. Group messaging provides reminders while allowing shift coverage requests. Clarity and structure keep operations running smoothly despite distributed environments. Recognise Efforts to Foster Inclusion When remote workers feel valued as individuals, they extend that care to their tasks. We highlight team members monthly who go above standard service, thanking them publicly online and privately for supporting long or late shifts. Birthdays also get recognised across national teams with e-cards – creating smiles amongst independent groups. While remote facilities teams precede the pandemic, demand has grown for sustainable people-centric service models safeguarding employee welfare and satisfaction – benefitting clients through accountable, consistent care for their spaces and assets. Workplace will continually refine best practices upholding our distributed workforce’s wellbeing so they feel supported delivering services customers rely upon.

WELCOME TO WORKPLACE. PEOPLE. Our 800 facilities experts drive our service excellence. With fair wages, training and support , our colleagues provide essential facility solutions - upholding our vision to create safe, enjoyable workplaces. PARTNERSHIP. We collaborate closely with clients and suppliers to boost productivity. Our consultative approach allows us to tailor and adapt services over time, aligning facility solutions to your goals for the long term. PRINCIPLES. Health, safety & sustainability guide our practices. We invest in eco-friendly products & processes because environmental stewardship lets us transform workspaces sustainably. OUR PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE. At Workplace we redefine the facilities industry by prioritising our people, cultivating robust partnerships , and championing regenerative principles. LEARN MORE ABOUT ABOUT US. At Workplace, we go beyond traditional facilities offerings through a genuine consultative approach, aligning services to each client’s strategic goals through adaptable, co-created plans. And we lead with a conscious commitment to our people , equity and environmental sustainability . Grounded by over 800 passionate experts focused on enriching human experiences within workplaces, we provides essential, tailored facility solutions. Our vision is to pioneer the future of commercial facilities services in a way that simultaneously empowers your people, your business, and our planet. We aim to revolutionise the industry through collaborative partnerships and principle-driven practices. Workplace creates cleaner, safer and more enjoyable environments for your teams to thrive. ​ LEARN MORE 25+ 300+ 800+ 10+ Years of Experience Clients Served Experts Hired Accreditations Secured Sector OUR PEOPLE, YOUR PLACES. As an industry-leading provider of commercial facilities solutions, We go beyond ordinary standards - transforming workplaces through sustainable and enriching practices tailored to each client. ​ Aligned to your strategic goals, we boost productivity, wellness and belonging by upholding the highest standards of cleanliness, efficiency and reliability. Our comprehensive range of facility services are meticulously customised, adapting over time to elevate experiences within your unique environment. Through collaborative partnerships grounded in health, equity and sustainability, we empower your people to thrive in cleaner, safer spaces. And we preserve our planet for future generations. Contact us today to embark on a journey toward uplifting your business, its purpose, and possibilities through conscious commercial facilities designed around your success. Discover the Workplace difference. CONTACT GET IN TOUCH. Contact Us. For any enquiries or questions, please call us at 0844 561 1760 or fill out the form below. We'll get back to you as soon as possible. Name Email Message Tick the box to join our mailing list! Send Thank You Our Places. HEAD OFFICE 40a Station Road READING Berkshire RG10 9NT CITY OFFICE Longcroft House 2-8 Victoria Avenue LONDON EC2M 4NS CALL US. 0844 561 1760 CONNECT WITH US. Already a client? User It's quicker to get in touch with us when you sign in to your account via the Client Portal.

ELEVATE CONSTRUCTION COMPLETION. In construction’s fast-paced environments, a project’s princely reveal makes a lasting impression - turning worksites into masterpieces. Workplace specialises in upholding this legacy through meticulous cleaning and maintenance. ​ Comprehensive Construction Completion Services Our tailored offerings for seamless project unveiling include: ​ Multi-stage Cleaning: Meticulous top-to-bottom sanitation Surface Restoration: Damage repair and thorough polish Handover Process: Ensuring ongoing operational excellence and more - customised to your specific needs ​ Empowered Personnel, Meticulous Execution Our 800+ onsite facilities experts make us an extension of your team. With equitable compensation and comprehensive training, we invest in their excellence so they can realise perfection on every project. ​ By integrating into construction operations, we tailor rigorous cleaning and maintenance procedures designed around your goals for an unmatched reveal. ​ Let's Collaborate – Stage Your Showstopping Finale Together, let's align on the vision for your grand reveal – turning your worksite into an estate with our multilayered builders & sparkle cleaning packages. Contact us today to arrange a walkthrough and discuss how our construction completion services can elevate your unveiling into a showstopping finale. OUR CLIENTS. BUILDERS CLEANS. Our comprehensive Builders Clean and Sparkle Clean packages are designed to cater to construction companies across the UK. After the completion of new builds or renovations, we step in to restore the site to its pristine condition. EMPOWERING OUR TEAM. Our dedicated professionals are pivotal to our success, driven by equitable compensation, comprehensive training, and unwavering support. Collaboration is inherent in our approach, ensuring our cleaning solutions align precisely with your project's unique requirements. LASTING IMPRESSIONS. Every construction project tells a story. Our cleaning services add the finishing touch, ensuring that the first impression your project makes is one of pristine splendor and attention to detail. ​ WANT TO KNOW MORE? First Name Email Intelligent Workplace Solutions Ltd. needs the contact information you provide to us to contact you about our products and services. You may unsubscribe from these communications at anytime. For information on how to unsubscribe, as well as our privacy practices and commitment to protecting your privacy, check out our Data Protection Policy. Thanks for submitting! GET IN TOUCH

TOGETHER, WE'RE TURNING IDEAS INTO ACTION. Our IDEAS framework - Inclusion, Diversity, Equality, Accessibility and Sustainability— intrinsically guides everything at Workplace from our culture to facilities services. Embracing diverse professionals enriches perspectives while equitable policies empower potential. Fostering participation unlocks creativity and conscientious choices change spaces responsibly. Together these values create welcoming environments where all are treated with dignity while elevating business vitality through ethical, innovative services tailored to each community. Staff gain purpose-filled careers uplifting lives. Clients receive conscious solutions from collaborative partners focused on positively impacting people and places. Output stays cutting edge through united teams sparking fresh ideas. Responsibility for shared future spaces focuses decisions. Discover more about how our enriching IDEAS initiatives can engage your workforce while pioneering workplaces where unity fuels prosperity. Together, let’s make a lasting positive difference. I NCLUSION. Inclusion is the cornerstone of our culture where every individual deserves respect. By bringing together diverse voices and fostering an environment where all feel heard, we spark fresh innovation through varied perspectives united by understanding. D IVERSITY. Our collective strength stems from differences. Embracing diverse abilities, identities, ethnicities and experiences taps into rich viewpoints. This fuels our creativity to see challenges and client needs from all angles while unlocking the potential of each person. E QUALITY. Being fair and just guides our mission where opportunities are accessible to all. We champion equality through operations ensuring each individual feels valued through policies conveying their worth. Equitable treatment empowers our people to enrich spaces. A CCESSIBILITY. Regardless of ability, we make our services and information accessible by prioritising removal of barriers. Our culture facilitates participation and contribution so that everyone can engage fully. We are dedicated to ensuring all feel included. S USTAINABILITY. Guided by the premise that protecting our planet supports future generations, we embed social responsibility through our choices and partnerships. But we move beyond sustainability to embrace regeneration - restoring what we take to drive positive change. WANT TO KNOW MORE? First Name Email Intelligent Workplace Solutions Ltd. needs the contact information you provide to us to contact you about our products and services. You may unsubscribe from these communications at anytime. For information on how to unsubscribe, as well as our privacy practices and commitment to protecting your privacy, check out our Data Protection Policy. Thanks for submitting! GET IN TOUCH