Beyond the Desk
News from the World of Work
Hybrid Work
Trends redefining hybrid work.
Since ChatGPT’s explosive launch, fears of robots replacing humans at work have been rampant. And according to Elon Musk, these fears are about to become very real, very soon. [...]
Campuses convert traditional offices into shared workspaces equipped with standardized technology. [...]
Last month I wrote about destination and journey prompts, and the strategy of designing AI prompts to avoid deskilling. In some situations a third, hybrid approach can also be useful. [...]
Steve Prest explains how the Senior Service could make a Hybrid Navy work, using the example of Ukraine's sea denial missions using USVs [...]
Companies are prioritizing people-first cultures that support employees as whole humans, not just workers. In this landscape, flexible, modern work models are becoming foundational — giving employees autonomy while maintaining [...]
Workplace Designs
Workplace Design updates.
Office lobby design is evolving into a top building amenity, blending hospitality, workspaces, and street-level placemaking. [...]
Office lobby design is evolving into a top building amenity, blending hospitality, workspaces, and street-level placemaking. [...]
2026 will see businesses doubling down their focus on their people. As not only their biggest asset, but also one of their greatest investments – companies are ensuring that their [...]
Worklife Balance
Wellness at Work Insights.
Artificial intelligence has made the world of corporate guff even more horrific. Here are the worst words of 2025 – we hope to never see any of them again. [...]
U.S. News and World Report’s new ranking of the best jobs makes it clear which sectors are growing, and what skills hiring managers are looking for. [...]
Naukri, released its Voices @ Work report, "The Gen Z Work Code: What Drives, Engages, and Retains Them." Based on a survey of over 23,000 Gen Z professionals across 80+ [...]
There is no right way to retire. Many of today's workers will retire in stages, maintain a part-time job or consulting work, or otherwise stay professionally active. [...]
AI at the Workplace
How Exactly is AI Transforming the Workplace & Why We Should Care
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Mental Health at Work
Artificial intelligence has made the world of corporate guff even more horrific. Here are the worst words of 2025 – we hope to never see any of them again. [...]
U.S. News and World Report’s new ranking of the best jobs makes it clear which sectors are growing, and what skills hiring managers are looking for. [...]
Naukri, released its Voices @ Work report, "The Gen Z Work Code: What Drives, Engages, and Retains Them." Based on a survey of over 23,000 Gen Z professionals across 80+ [...]
There is no right way to retire. Many of today's workers will retire in stages, maintain a part-time job or consulting work, or otherwise stay professionally active. [...]
Future of Work
AI Revolution: Future of Work & Skills in Demand #shorts
Gallopper Talks 2017 – A Report
On Friday March 3rd, 2017 Architects, Engineers, Designers, Businessmen, Professors, turned up in large numbers to witness the first Gallopper Talks in Navi Mumbai at the auditorium of LTIADS (Lokmanya Tilak Institute of Architecture and Design Studies). It was brought…
Speakers on Gallopper Talks
Speakers at the first edition of Gallopper Talks open up about their impression on the mission. Leading Architect, who brought a lump in the throat with his story of grit and perseverance shares his feedback on the need for a…
Emerging Workplace Trends of 2023: Why one must Tread with Caution
As we cross the halfway mark of 2023, we look at 8 top emerging workplace trends of the year. We also look at each trend critically and highlight why we need to be prudent and scratch the surface a bit.…
HR’s role changing with the adoption of hybrid work
The adoption of hybrid work has brought about significant changes in the role of HR (Human Resources). Here are some ways in which HR’s role is evolving: Policy and Guideline Development: HR plays a crucial role in developing policies and…
Creating inclusive Workplaces for People with both visible and invisible Disabilities
The concept of diversity and inclusivity is gaining widespread recognition as a driving force behind innovation and progress. This recognition extends to all facets of life, including the workplace. To foster a truly inclusive work environment, it is essential to…
The AWA Institute launches in Bengaluru, India
Started in the UK as a members-only community by AWA, the AWA Institute launches its Bengaluru chapter today (18th August, 2023). The institute is dedicated to supporting inspirational leaders from all disciplines of business (including Operations, Corporate Real Estate, Facilities…
Is universal basic income the solution to technological unemployment?
These technologies promise to cause seismic shifts in the world of work, and so … is gearing up to implement changes to secure its economic future.
Making a difference to the urban public realm – Urbanist, Planner, Nupur Prothi Khanna
Educated as a Landscape Architect, Planner and Heritage Conservation professional, Nupur Prothi Khanna set up research based design firm Beyond Built Pvt. Ltd. In her two decades of experience she has come to believe in a holistic approach to “making a…
Tech-driven design of workplaces
Architect Tithi Tewari, co-founder of Trezi, and Sibani Sarma from Idream engaged in a conversation about technology-driven design and its importance in creating employee-centric workspaces. They discussed the shift in the design industry, where the focus has moved from simply…
