Workplace Consultancy

35 years of experience

Over 1,300 projects completed

10 million sq ft transformed

Carbon neutral since 2023

Do you know what makes your staff tick? How, where, when and why do they work at their very best?

This is where a workplace consultancy can help. Our OP team of workplace consultants use expert research techniques to get under the skin of your business, developing a strategy that will completely transform your office space and the way your people work.

under 25%

Of employees are happy to work at their desk all day

Our 35 years of industry experience have honed our workplace consulting skills. The comprehensive workspace analysis systems we use to give you unparalleled insights into how your office impacts your staff and their work.

Our approach to office space consultancy is focused on space, technology, and people – bringing these integral aspects together to create world-class offices which are uniquely tailored to your business.

Techspace
Work life
Saxon weald
Smoosmiths
Rsm
Mothercare
Portmeirion
Mortgage advice bureau
Lounge
Leverton helm
Kuoni
Hotel chocolat
Ge capital
Farnborough airport
Fi realestsate management
Ergo
Cooper parry
Dfs
Clubl london
Cbre
Arcadis

Understand space requirements

Our workspace consultants will observe your business by performing a full space audit, considering how rapidly changing office trends will impact the design.

Our office interior design scheme and strategy will ensure that the workplace we design for you utilises every corner of your space.

We use a Workplace Analysis Process (WAP), to really understand your space. It gives us a snapshot of your key statistics, drivers and goals in relation to your work space, so we know where to focus our attention.

Utilising technology

Our team of expert office interior designers and architects will work closely with you to understand your challenges, limitations, and opportunities in the workplace.

It’s not just about providing your staff with new laptops, but with all the communication tools they need to work flexibly and efficiently. It’s about empowering your staff to be able to work at their best, with the technology solutions that fit their business needs.

It's all about the people

We’ll also monitor your most important asset – your workforce.

Your employees are an integral part of your business, so it is vital that we understand what their needs are, how to make sure they feel valued, and how to support them to succeed.

Our workplace consultancy will work with you to deliver the change management needed for a successful project. We’ll engage with your staff, making sure they know how to fully utilise their new space, and inspiring them to embrace the changes from day one.

Our dedicated aftercare means that once your office fit out is complete, we’ll follow up with you to make sure everything is running smoothly.

To speak to a workplace consultant about your next office transformation, please get in touch.

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Workplace Consultancy FAQs

What does the Workplace Analysis Process involve?

The Workplace Analysis Process, or WAP, allows us to look at all areas of the business that impact people and the way they work. Factors such as the physical environment, processes, culture, operations, and technology will all be assessed so we can identify risk factors and ensure that any new workplace design is functional and effective for every employee.

By looking at these areas and assessing how they interact and impact your people we give you a comprehensive report on how to build an effective workplace that has maximum impact on your teams as well as streamlining costs at the same time.

Why research workspaces?

From office furniture to layout, we ensure that a comprehensive picture of the impact of your workspace is developed. This ensures that you have all the information to be able to make fully qualified decisions about the shape and function of your workspace, understanding the impact of every aspect of your office.

Staff engagement and communication are key to the success of any workplace project. Our approach ensures the change can be managed effectively, gaining buy-in to foster engagement.

What other services do you offer?

Alongside workplace consultancy services we also offer the full range of workplace solutions including office interior design, office refurbishment and office fit outs.

At OP, we understand that each company has unique needs when it comes to their office space. That's why we offer customised solutions to help optimise your workplace. From initial consultations to identify your business objectives, to space planning, design, commercial fit out and beyond, our team is with you every step of the way. We aim to create offices that reflect your culture and foster productivity and collaboration.

OP are an office fit-out company based in London, Reading, Manchester and Birmingham.

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Creating a space that whole-heartedly encompasses our brand values is a monumental moment for our brand.

Melanie Marsden, Co-Founder

Workplace Consultancy Frequently Asked Questions

What is workplace consultancy?

Workplace consultancy refers to the process of studying and analysing how your office environment, layout, technology, and other factors impact your employees' ability to perform and succeed.

The goal is to develop data-driven strategies to optimise your workplace.

What is the process to workplace consultancy?

Our step-by-step workplace consultancy process involves:

1. Observing and understanding space requirements
2. Assessing technology needs
3. Researching and engaging with staff
4. Developing recommendations through our Workplace Analysis Process (WAP)
5. Managing change and adoption

What are the benefits of workplace consultancy?

The benefits are customised workspaces that empower employees to excel, boosted productivity and satisfaction, actionable insights into improving problem areas, efficient use of office space, and workplaces aligned to your culture and brand.

How much does workplace consultancy cost?

Costs vary based on the size of your company and the depth of analysis required. Office Principles provide customised quotes tailored to your needs after an initial consultation.

Our clients find the investment pays dividends through increased efficiency and employee retention.

How long does workplace consultancy take?

Workplace analysis process typically takes 4-12 weeks depending on the size of your organisation.

The full workplace transformation project timescale varies based on the specific requirements and output needed.