State of the Office Market – Year End Update
How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the U.S. and Chicago office markets? Key stats and insights point to what’s ahead for tenants and the future of office space.
CBIZ Gibraltar Insights And Resources
Workplace Strategy Solutions In The “New Normal”
CBIZ Gibraltar’s Seamus Byrne and Natalia Kurinna take a closer look at Workplace Strategy Solutions In The “New Normal” and ways clients’ needs will be addressed in 2021 and beyond.
Solstice Case Study – Facilitating Growth through Award-Winning Office Space
Solstice (now Kin + Carta) was founded by J Schwan in 2001, operating as a small start-up in a temporary office space in the West Loop. As it expanded, the technology company’s main objectives were to recruit and retain top industry talent, build brand identity and awareness, and become a widely-recognized company on a global … Continued
The State of the Chicago Suburban Office Market — Q3 2020 Overview
The Chicago Suburban Office Market With the industry data recently release for Q3 2020, we wanted to provide a snapshot update on the Chicago Suburban Office Market. While we saw a significant increase activity in Q3 compared to Q2, but the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have significant impact on our overall office market. The forecast … Continued
The Benefits of an Exclusive Brokerage: An Optimal Opportunity for Tenants
Despite the facts, some tenants believe they are best served by multiple brokers rather than committing to one. However, the non-exclusive model is not only obsolete, it actually works against tenants’ interests.
Workplace Utilization: Is Productivity Location-Based?
In light of recent events surrounding COVID-19 and shelter-in-place orders. Businesses of all shapes and sizes continue to grapple with the challenges presented by COVID-19 and shelter-in-place orders. As we work to flatten the curve, many companies struggle with the decision to keep everyone working remotely or bring the team back to the office. How … Continued
Gorilla Group Case Study —Tech Company Expansion with Recruitment and Retention Focus
A client since 2010, Gorilla Group began as an e-commerce operation located in the Fulton Market submarket of Chicago’s central business district. At that time, Fulton Market was not an established or sought-after submarket for tech tenants, who were predominantly officing in the River North neighborhood. Gorilla Group was looking to scale the company with … Continued
Space Programming Survey
Disadvantages of Working Remotely
Disadvantages of working remotely 100% of the time: Workers who are 100% remote tend to have lower employee engagement According to Gallup research, those with remote work options have the highest employee engagement, while those with no remote option and those who work remotely 100% of the time have lower employee engagement. A study of … Continued
Pandemic Workplace Solutions: A Streamlined Approach — Transition Out of Your Old or Retrofit Your Existing Office
In today’s world, the task of maintaining a safe, productive and collaborative business environment goes far beyond management — it is a job largely suited for your real estate partner, who should understand more than just square footage and leasing terms. They need to understand YOUR VISION and their role in making it real amongst … Continued