Beyond the Desk
News from the World of Work
Hybrid Work
Trends redefining hybrid work.
Partnership unveils new flexible solutions for Zoom Spaces to support the growing role of human-AI collaboration in meetings and learning, enabling “consistent, high‑quality” audio capture. [...]
New research suggests that World Cup 2026 could cost employers up to $17 billion in lost productivity as workers adjust schedules, watch matches during working hours and seek greater flexibility. [...]
Gen Z is reshaping India's real estate landscape, driving demand in tier-2 cities for affordability and work-life balance. [...]
Standing in the way of employees' demands and stalling the wider adoption of popular hybrid and remote work models are tradition and mistrust. [...]
Can hybrid funds help you navigate volatile markets without taking excessive risk? From return expectations and asset allocation to balanced advantage funds [...]
Workplace Designs
Workplace Design updates.
Office fit-out costs across Australia continue to rise, driven by persistent labour shortages, increasing construction complexity, and evolving workplace expectations, according to JLL’s newly released the JLL Australia Fit-Out Cost [...]
Finding the best gifts for Father's Day now focuses on health. Discover how Nouhaus zero gravity recliners and ergonomic office chairs combat sedentary pain. [...]
These office products address the evolving needs of today’s workplace while prioritizing comfort, sustainability, and a welcoming aesthetic. [...]
Worklife Balance
Wellness at Work Insights.
Key Points A MUMBAI-BASED CEO has caught the internet’s attention after he undertook 16 days of “digital detox” and completely disconnected from work and shared [...]
Brian Dyson’s quote teaches that setbacks at work can be overcome, but neglecting family, health, friends, and spirit may cause lasting damage. It emphasises maintaining a healthy work-life balance and [...]
A New Delhi professional, Ajay Sharma, relocated to Manali for a healthier lifestyle and lower expenses. He revealed his monthly living costs in the hill station are approximately Rs 21,000, [...]
Those looking at removing workplace flexibility may want to consider that it may be what is helping most with productivity. [...]
Gen Z is reshaping India's real estate landscape, driving demand in tier-2 cities for affordability and work-life balance. [...]
AI at the Workplace
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Mental Health at Work
Key Points A MUMBAI-BASED CEO has caught the internet’s attention after he undertook 16 days of “digital detox” and completely disconnected from work and shared [...]
Brian Dyson’s quote teaches that setbacks at work can be overcome, but neglecting family, health, friends, and spirit may cause lasting damage. It emphasises maintaining a healthy work-life balance and [...]
A New Delhi professional, Ajay Sharma, relocated to Manali for a healthier lifestyle and lower expenses. He revealed his monthly living costs in the hill station are approximately Rs 21,000, [...]
Those looking at removing workplace flexibility may want to consider that it may be what is helping most with productivity. [...]
Gen Z is reshaping India's real estate landscape, driving demand in tier-2 cities for affordability and work-life balance. [...]
Future of Work
The Future of Work: Technology vs. Jobs
The Evolution of Friday Dressing: Post-Pandemic Style Revolution
The corporate world has always had its traditions and rituals, and one of the most cherished among them was “Friday dressing.” For decades, employees looked forward to the end of the workweek as an opportunity to shed their formal attire…
Neighbourhood Design
In this conversation between Sandip Agarwal, co-founder, Practice Design and workplace transformation expert Sibani Sarma of Idream, the focus is on neighbourhood design and its impact on the workplace. This is from a series of conversations titled ‘Reframe’, presented by…
The Importance of Data and Analytics for Workplace Strategy
Organizations constantly explore ways to improve productivity, engage their workforce, and efficiently allocate resources. Data and analytics have emerged as indispensable tools in achieving these objectives. When applied to workplace strategy, data and analytics have the potential to be a…
Bringing in Design Solutions that are contextually insightful – Ar. Uday Goswami
“A firm follower of a ‘process driven design approach’, I try to bring in design solution that is contextually insightful.” says Uday Goswami, an architect and designer, currently working on several projects in leading cities of India and East Africa. Uday…
Anthony Raj and the Centre for Indigenous Architecture
“We must leave the built-site better than we found it.” This has been the foremost belief of the Centre for Indigenous Architecture and in almost all their projects they believe they have developed the site into a better place. Anthony…
Raja Arjun transcends boundaries of project briefs
Raja Arjun, Founder and Design Manager at Office of Cognitive Design (OCD) believes in pushing the boundaries and thinking out of the box. His work transcends boundaries of project briefs and enters realms of co-creating new experiences for users of…
Embracing Invisible Disabilities: A Vital Component of Inclusive Employment Introduction
In a recent conversation between Lisa Whited, author of Work Better, Save the Planet, and workplace transformation expert Sibani Sarma of Idream, Lisa highlighted the importance of recognizing invisible disabilities as part of organizations’ diversity and inclusion programs. She also…
Architect Madhavi Desai, professor, writer and speaker, and most of all a committed feminist – a Trail Blazer!
“To ask how I feel about writing is to ask how I feel about architecture”, fervently exclaims Madhavi Desai, renowned architect and a passionate writer, at the advent of publishing (By Routledge, UK) the very first such book in South…
The Road to Genuine Sustainability: Debunking the Myths of Corporate Greenwashing
With growing environmental consciousness, the terms “green” and “sustainable” have become buzzwords for consumers and corporations alike. Businesses are quick to tout their eco-friendly initiatives, presenting themselves as environmentally responsible entities. However, behind the veneer of sustainability lies a practice…
