The Prague Microsoft offices are four interconnected "hubs" - co-working spaces designed for meetings, cooperation, teamwork and relaxation. These are linked by an open staircase that facilitates communication and sharing between teams. Variable work spaces for different types of activities, teamwork, meetings and unplanned events are connected to the hubs, too.
MicrosoftCzech Republic internal study confirmed that the use of state-of-the-art tech tools and flexible working arrangements brings significant improvements in key areas such as the following.
Employee satisfaction increased by 10% year on year, with flexibility creating a better work-lifebalance for 84% of employees (compared to 57% before the change).
The number of employees who consider their team and themselves to be high-performing thanks to the new environment and technologies has grown from less than half to three quarters.
8 out of 10 employees confirmed that the new environment strengthens innovation and sharing (an increase of 44%, respectively 50% ).
And all this is taking place on an area that is nearly a fifth smaller than the original office premises.
The costs of telecommunications, traveling and officesupplies have fallen since the launch of the project.