Explained: The rapid growth of managed offices!
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Workspace customization is driving the growth of flexible managed offices in India. The trend is adding to the innovation, creativity, and efficiency of occupiers.
A well-known Gurugram-based flexible office space operator has recently announced an opening of about 25,000 sq ft, specifically targeting several small business owners and large occupiers. He specializes in workspace customization and attributes his success to the strategy. He represents a group of flex office operators who have grown basis the demand for customisable, flexible offices. It is right to say that the era of customization is fuelling the growth of flexibly managed offices in the country.
Workspace customization refers to a trend where companies/occupiers continue to exercise greater freedom to design an environment that perfectly suits their needs.
The trend
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of the hybrid mode of working. Subsequently, managed offices and customization became the norm. We now witness both – hybrid and managed offices – coexisting. Workspace customization is fuelling the growth of flexible managed offices. Flexible managed offices provide a middle ground between remote work and traditional office spaces, offering the flexibility of working from a shared workspace while still having a dedicated and customized environment.
While hybrid working is an excellent way to support employees, physical offices have gained prominence in recent months. With employers urging their workforce to return to the office, there is a need to create workspaces that prioritize productivity while considering factors such as ergonomics, comfort, and efficiency. Hence, from choosing the layout and design to selecting furniture and amenities, companies now creating a comfortable workspace and offering connectivity to employees.
THE BUZZ
Zepto is 2023's first Indian Unicorn!
Zepto , the instant delivery startup, has raised $200 million in a new funding round at a valuation of $1.4 billion, it said Friday, at a time when most firms in the category are struggling. The funding makes Zepto the first Indian startup to attain unicorn status this year.
StepStone Group , an influential LP in many venture funds including Nexus Venture Partners , led Zepto’s Series E funding in what is the U.S. firm’s first direct investment in India. Goodwater Capital Capital and existing backers, including Nexus, Glade Brook Capital Partners LLC , and Lachy Groom , also participated.
The startup, which has raised about $560 million to date, witnessed no secondary transaction in the new round, Zepto co-founder and chief executive Aadit Palicha said in an interview.
SaaS startup Credgenics raises $50M
SaaS-based debt collection and resolution platform Credgenics has raised $50 million in a Series B funding round at a valuation of $340 million, led by WestBridge Capital , Accel , Tanglin Venture Partners , Beams Fintech Fund , and other strategic investors.?
Founded in 2019 by Anand Agrawal , Rishabh Goel , and Mayank Khera , Credgenics provides loan collections and?debt?resolution technology services to Banks, Non-banking finance companies,?fintech?firms, and ARCs worldwide.
BUMBLEBEE
Meet Ankita Bej, a 29-year-old, whose one smile is enough to cure everyone’s Monday Blues! ??
In the midst of her bustling life, Ankita finds her center in her family. With a 13-year-old daughter and a 7-year-old son, her world revolves around her loved ones. Every shared meal with her family is a treasured moment for her, a symbol of togetherness that she holds close to her heart.
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Watching her children studying, especially her son who attends the prestigious Ebenezer International School, fills her with joy. She holds immense pride in getting her son to attend the school all on her own. As a dedicated mother, her dream is to witness her son's journey to joining the Navy.
Ankita's taste buds dance with delight at the mention of 'Pakhala' and 'Macha Bhaja', two famous Odiya dishes that show her admiration for her culture, even in a foreign state. Beyond her culinary passions, she envisions traversing the breathtaking Jammu & Kashmir and creating lifelong memories with her family.
As a testament to her love for traditional things, Ankita finds solace in classical dancing and the world of books. Her aspirations know no bounds; she dreams of being a police officer and making her country proud. With her husband and in-laws' unwavering support, she forges ahead with determination, carving a path that she can call her own.
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