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Study Shows Employees Work Best in Well-Designed Office Spaces

Posted on September 10, 2015

Maximising the productivity of employees may be down to how well the office furniture is arranged, whether the environment is designed well, and how the space “works”. According to a recent study, employees who work in more natural environments are 6 percent more productive and report overall higher levels of well-being and creativity. The Impact of Office Environments on Employees The report, entitled The Global Impact of Biophilic Design, describes how office design is affected by the presence (or absence) of natural light, decorative plants, windows, and a private desk space. The absence of one or more of these elements has … Read More

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Birmingham: Top Cities for Business

Posted on August 13, 2015

The city of Birmingham is the gateway to the Midlands and one of the best-ranking UK cities in terms of quality of life, entrepreneurship, and global outlook. Sustainable growth and innovation are key priorities for the local business community, as well as for the regional government, who is clearly aware of the city’s potential. Take a detailed look at the key facts and figures that make Birmingham one of the best cities for business in the United Kingdom. The Economy Birmingham’s economic impact extends beyond the regional level, as the city has strongly positioned itself as an attractive global business … Read More

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The UK’s Stand Out Cities: Manchester

Posted on July 1, 2015

Manchester has been an economic powerhouse since the early 19th century. Over the decades, the city has proved that it is open for business and that it can successfully rise to the challenges presented by increased global competition. As a result, this British city is considered one of the best European cities for business and startups in a wide variety of industries. An overview of the local economy Manchester is at the forefront of the UK’s economy and is considered a model for business growth and economic prosperity at international level. The city has one of the highest growth rates … Read More

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Coventry: Top Cities for Business

Posted on May 8, 2015

Coventry’s Economy, Business Innovation, Industry, Jobs, Skills and Infrastructure Coventry has benefited from forward-looking and business-friendly steps taken by the local council, the Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce, and the Coventry & Warwickshire Local Enterprise Partnership. Over the past ten years, the city has emerged as one of the most successful places to do business in the UK. It now ranks seventh in the UK for job growth, with almost 12,000 new jobs created over the past decade. Although its skills base remains relatively low, Coventry can do more to attract high-skilled workers and ensure its residents have the … Read More

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Milton Keynes: Top Cities for Business

Posted on April 21, 2015

Milton Keynes’ Economy, Business Innovation, Jobs and Skills, Industry and Infrastructure Since 2003, Milton Keynes has risen as the fastest growing city in the UK in terms of population and creation of new jobs. Research shows that the number of businesses increased by over 18% over the decade from 2004 to 2013, leading to the creation of 24,400 more jobs. Milton Keynes demonstrates the highest job growth among the cities of the south, and the highest population growth among 64 UK cities. The following key statistics determine Milton Keynes’ economic success: Economy & Business Innovation Milton Keynes ranks second in … Read More

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Edinburgh Airport for Business Travellers

Posted on April 9, 2015

Are you a frequent business traveller? Flying into Edinburgh for a meeting? Our business travel guide to Edinburgh will help you take advantage of your time and enjoy the airport’s facilities. Business Travel Stats In 2014, Edinburgh Airport was the busiest airport in Scotland as well as the 6th busiest airport in the United Kingdom. In 2014 the airport served 10.2 million passengers. It is estimated that, on average, 26,850 passengers fly in and out of Edinburgh Airport daily using more than 40 airlines who fly to 100 destinations worldwide. Business Services and Incentives Edinburgh Airport offers free Wi-Fi access … Read More

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London: Top Cities For Business

Posted on April 7, 2015

London’s Economy, Business Innovation,  Jobs and Skills, Industry and Infrastructure The city London has been spearheading economic growth for decades. The city has paved the way to economic recovery following the recession and most analysts believe that it is well on its way to outperform the rest of the United Kingdom in various key economic indicators. London’s economy: Recent figures At approximately £375 billion per year, London has the UK’s highest GVA. GVA per worker is the country’s second highest at £70,100. The city offers a favourable environment for both established and new businesses, and this is evident in the … Read More

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Office IT Security Guide

Posted on March 31, 2015

Keeping your office secure is most likely high on your list of priorities, but are you sure you’re paying enough attention to your IT system? Under the UK Data Protection Act, you can face fines and criminal charges if you don’t take the correct steps towards keeping your business’ IT system secure. Fortunately, the government and GCHQ offer guidance on making this easier. Make sure your staff are IT savvy While the ins and outs of IT security may seem obvious to some, others need a little guidance. Make sure staff are aware that  they should not write their passwords … Read More

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Aberdeen:Top Cities for Business

Posted on March 24, 2015

Aberdeen’s Economy, Business Innovation, Jobs and Skills, Industry and Infrastructure Cities are the UK’s economic engines, as jobs, innovation, and valuable infrastructure are plentiful in urban centres all over the country. But some cities do better than others. The most recent Centre for Cities report has reviewed how the UK’s major cities have fared over the past decade, particularly in terms of economic development, business innovation, infrastructure, and jobs growth. Not surprisingly, analysts at the Centre for Cities found out that Aberdeen is among the country’s top five stand-out cities along with London, Cambridge, Milton Keynes, and Coventry. The Scottish city … Read More

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Office Requirements: Office Supplies

Posted on March 18, 2015

Prime Office Space has compiled a series of guides to help you with all your Office Requirement needs which include Office Planning, Office Equipment, Communications Equipment, Office Furniture, Computer Equipment, Computer Software and Office Supplies. This week we will be looking at: Office Supplies Office supplies are mainly all the small, expendable items that every business office needs. The basic office supplies include ballpoint pens, permanent pens, pencils, highlighters, whiteboard markers, paper clips, binder clips, laminators, staplers, hole punchers, office tape, packing tape, scissors, correction tape, rubber bands, paper, notebooks, envelopes (closed and window type, letter size, and manila), postage, business cards, stationery, post-it-notes, and … Read More

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