Office relocation and changes in travel behavior: Capturing the effects including the adaptation phase

Behren, Sascha von; Puhe, Maike; Chlond, Bastian

doi:10.1016/j.trpro.2018.10.021

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“…Finally, the findings presented in this paper show that relocations are complex processes that might require post-occupancy adjustments. Moreover, recent longitudinal studies (Von Behren et al, 2018;Bergström et al, 2015;Gerdenitsch et al, 2018;Nijp et al, 2016) show that the changes following a relocation (e.g., satisfaction levels and work routines), although notable, can develop in different directions. Therefore, longitudinal studies investigating the relation between office use and spatial attributes over time would be of great value and prevent seasonal or novelty effects that a single post-relocation study may imply.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Flexible office, flexible working A post-relocation study on how and why university employees use a combi-office for their activities at hand

Cordero¹,

Babapour²,

Karlsson³

2020

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This study reports on a group of university employees, six months after their relocation from cell-offices into a combi-office. Data from interviews, observations and planning documentation was collected to gain an in-depth understanding of how employees use their office landscape and why. Activity theory was taken as framework for the analysis. The findings show that the new office landscape was perceived to be more flexible and capable of supporting employees' activities. The overall occupancy was low and backup spaces, such as quiet rooms, were barely used. Matches and mismatches between the employees, their activities and the office were identified that explain the occupancy rates and why spaces such as quiet rooms were unpopular spaces. This paper contributes with rich detail on the use of a flexible office landscape in a university context and shows the usefulness of activity theory in the study of employee-office interactions.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Flexible office, flexible working A post-relocation study on how and why university employees use a combi-office for their activities at hand

Cordero¹,

Babapour²,

Karlsson³

2020

IJHFE

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“…The availability of labour can be affected, for example, by the attractiveness of a new location (Rothe et al , 2014). From an employee’s perspective, when a company relocates over a short distance, the employee’s commute and services available might lead to a decrease in employee satisfaction and productivity (Christersson and Culley, 2018; Dow and Porter, 2004; Behren et al , 2018; Pritchard and Frøyen, 2019; Rau et al , 2019). The cost savings achieved by a location can quickly disappear if the new location is disadvantageous in terms of employee resources (Dow and Porter, 2004).…”

Section: Corporate Relocation Is Defined By Three Strategic Levels Of Changes In the Physical Work Environmentmentioning

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Is a new office a blessing in disguise? The strategic importance of relocation

Tuomala

Danivska

Gustafsson³

2021

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Purpose Corporate relocation is a rare event in the history of an individual company. The choices related to location, building and workplace constitute major long-term strategic decisions that determine the company’s future operating environment. However, business decision-makers often do not evaluate all the aspects of relocation before making relocation decisions. Thus, the purpose of this paper is to systemise the knowledge behind corporate relocation and the strategic qualities and impacts of these choices. Design/methodology/approach This conceptual paper is based on a comprehensive literature review of 74 articles on the strategic qualities of short-distance corporate relocation of knowledge-intensive firms. Based on the review insights, a conceptual model of the strategic operational qualities for work environment selection is developed. Findings This paper identifies three strategic layers of physical environment change, namely, location, building and physical work environment, which need to be considered when deciding to relocate. Corporate relocation affects a company through five operational qualities, namely, staff productivity, costs, employee retention and availability, operational changes and organisational culture. Practical implications Relocation is a complex process for an individual company. Justifying choices based on direct costs can lead to unexpected changes in indirect costs for the company. This paper helps decision-makers understand the strategic importance of corporate relocation, identify relocation goals and plan successful relocation. Originality/value This paper uses a strategy and organisation lens to provide a systematic overview and synthesis of the strategic qualities of short-distance corporate relocation of knowledge-intensive firms.

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“…All eight intervention studies included in our review focused on relocation [90,91,94,97,110,111,114,115] and four were published in 2019 [90,97,111,114]. Three interventions were randomized controlled trials focusing on home relocation [94,97,111].…”

Section: Relocationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Natural experiments focused on changes in travel behaviour following workplace relocation [91,114,115], university campus relocation [110], or moving to neighbourhoods with a car restriction policy [90]. Walker et al [110] studied the relocation of the World Wildlife Federation's UK Headquarters, which was accompanied by promotion of, and incentives for, train use.…”

Section: Relocationmentioning

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Effect of Major Life Events on Travel Behaviours: A Scoping Review

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The transportation sector accounts for about a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions. Previous research suggests that major life events may be “windows of opportunity” for travel behaviour change. Our scoping review examined the effects of seven events (transitions to secondary school, post-secondary studies, labour market, marriage, parenthood, retirement, and relocation) on travel behaviours. Five databases were searched (MEDLINE, APA PsycINFO, Web of Science, SportDISCUS, and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses) and 80 articles met inclusion criteria. Relocation was the most commonly examined event (with 51 studies). Findings illustrate that moving to compact neighbourhoods (with shorter commute distance/travel time, greater walkability/access to destinations) was associated with shifts towards sustainable travel modes (e.g., walking, cycling, and transit). Relocation might be particularly conducive to implementing scalable sustainable transportation interventions, as all six interventions with appropriate statistical power were effective. Entry into the labour market was generally associated with increased car use and declines in sustainable transportation. Qualitative studies suggested that attitudes towards cycling may become negative during adolescence, while attitudes towards driving improve, highlighting a need for concerted action. Evidence for other events was less consistent. Research in developing countries remain scarce and further intervention research is needed to enhance quality of evidence.

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Office relocation and changes in travel behavior: Capturing the effects including the adaptation phase

Cited by 11 publications

References 9 publications

Flexible office, flexible working A post-relocation study on how and why university employees use a combi-office for their activities at hand

Flexible office, flexible working A post-relocation study on how and why university employees use a combi-office for their activities at hand

Is a new office a blessing in disguise? The strategic importance of relocation

Effect of Major Life Events on Travel Behaviours: A Scoping Review

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