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Hotdesking, also known as flexible seating or unassigned seating, is an office organizational system where employees do not have a dedicated personal desk. Instead, they choose an available workspace at the beginning of each workday or work period. This practice is often implemented in environments with a high degree of remote work, hybrid work schedules, or mobile employees who are not consistently in the office.

The primary motivations behind implementing hotdesking include optimizing office space utilization and reducing real estate costs. By eliminating unused individual desks, companies can potentially downsize their physical footprint or reallocate the saved space for collaborative areas, meeting rooms, or amenities. It can also foster a more dynamic and collaborative work environment as employees may interact with different colleagues regularly.

However, hotdesking also presents challenges. Employees may experience decreased personal space and difficulty in personalizing their workspace. Finding a suitable and available desk can sometimes lead to wasted time at the start of the day. Furthermore, issues related to equipment availability, cleanliness, and the potential for reduced team cohesion if not managed carefully can arise. Successful implementation often requires clear guidelines, adequate technology support, and a culture that embraces flexibility and shared resources.