SmartSheffield #19 - Neal Byers: "Re-imagining underused spaces"

Neal is the founder of WorkfromHub.co.uk, a startup that provides small office pods that can be booked by the hour to support flexible and hybrid working in the new post-Covid era.

For more, please visit: WorkfromHub

These slides were presented at SmartSheffield#19 on May 9th 2022 - please see the Event Website for videos of all the talk and to sign up to receive notification of future events.

Many thanks to our hosts: Creative Space Management and everyone at the Electric Works, as well as our regular sponsors: Arup, Pitch-In Project and Sheffield Digital.

Transcript

1. WorkfromHub #findyourflow
2. My professional journey in City Transformation
3. There has been A Massive Disruption to the way we work. The old 5-day week in the office is over. The sharing economy continues to grow, and people are looking for a ‘Third Place’ to work.
4. Technology has innovated at pace, the places to work remotely have not Knowledge Workers need space to think. The market is not providing it. Cafes and co- working spaces are not the answer for many Problem
5. The City Transformation Hypothesis In the next 5 years we will see more polycentric cities (15 minute cities) Imagine if the office came closer to us? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nE2NT_Wt46A
6. A distraction-free space for people to do their best work, anywhere. Solution- WorkfromHub
7. 01 02 03 BE PRODUCTIVE A private, comfortable and connected space which you control HAPPY AND HEALTHY A short commute and a great place to work MAKE MONEY Hosts can gain a new revenue stream from un-used space Benefits Unlike home offices or co-working facilities, people using WorkfromHub enjoy complete control of a professional working environment and their exposure to other people.
8. Welcome to WorkfromHub Spacious interior Adjustable heating Wi-Fi connectivity Comfortable chair Smart lock for access control One-way glass Space for two to meet and work Lighting options WorkfromHub
9. Our Journey WebApp Private user testing (done) Native App June 2022 Regional Network Future hub demonstrator Global Reach Prototyping and testing (done)
10. Open for ideas and early adopters! Topics I’d like to hear about: • IoT Devices which can enhance our user experience or reduce our costs • How we can support the smart city eco system • Your suggestions for cool places to locate the hubs Offer for attendees who want to be early adopters: • Anyone who attended this event and books a Hub at any location (Sheffield, Halfway or Swinton), whether it’s for an hour or the full day will receive a full day (8 hours) FREE worth £80! (Terms and Conditions apply)
11. Thank you. 07779 016059 Neal Byers, Founder WorkfromHub neal@workfromhub.co.uk www.workfromhub.co.uk