The panel brought together some of the sector\u2019s leading voices: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Emily Smith, CEO, Argyll\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- Ron Rosenblum, CEO, Canvas\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- Daniel Howard, Partner & Head of Occupier Services, Compton\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- Johnny Bray, CCO, Office Freedom\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- Luke Philpott, Founding Partner, Made\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
What followed was a frank and wide-ranging discussion covering profitability, operating models, broker behaviour, occupier demand, AI, and what the flex sector needs to do next. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Image Source: Flex and the City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Five Themes That Defined the Debate<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Profitability pressure is increasing across the flex market\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- Flex is now mainstream real estate, not an alternative product\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- Landlords and operators are increasingly converging\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- Technology and AI are becoming operational necessities\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- The industry still lacks standardisation and accountability\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The Market at an Inflection Point<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Justin opened the discussion with a clear challenge to the panel: flexible workspace is now firmly embedded in corporate real estate strategy, but operators are facing an increasingly difficult balancing act. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Occupancy levels remain relatively resilient across many markets, yet desk rates are not growing at the same pace as operating costs. Rising employment costs, business rates, fit-out expenses, and financing pressures are forcing operators to rethink how sustainable growth is achieved. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Emily Smith addressed the issue directly: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThere are definitely more challenges in terms of business rates, cost of employment \u2013 but there are also huge advantages we\u2019re all benefitting from right now.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
She highlighted AI-driven efficiency as one of the biggest opportunities available to operators looking to do more with less. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The conversation repeatedly returned to a central theme: operators can no longer rely on occupancy growth alone. Margin protection increasingly depends on operational efficiency, automation, and access to better real-time data. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ron Rosenblum took a broader view, comparing the current wave of technological change to the industrial revolution itself. Technology, he argued, is not replacing the human element that defines successful flexible workspace. Instead, it is freeing teams to focus more on hospitality, experience, and customer relationships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Technology, AI and Operational Scale<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While the debate focused heavily on business models and market dynamics, technology emerged as a recurring undercurrent throughout the evening. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The panel broadly agreed that AI is unlikely to replace the human experience that defines successful flexible workspace. Instead, the opportunity lies in removing friction: automating repetitive tasks, improving customer responsiveness, streamlining operations, and giving operators better visibility across their portfolios. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As operators face rising staffing costs and increasing customer expectations, technology is increasingly viewed not simply as infrastructure, but as a strategic lever for profitability, scalability, and service consistency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The discussion reflected many of the conversations Yardi is having with flex operators globally as the sector evolves from rapid growth into operational maturity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Model Question: What\u2019s Sustainable?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the sharpest discussions of the evening centred on operating models. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With rising rents, compressed margins and increasing competition for management agreements, the panel debated which structures are genuinely sustainable in the current market. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Daniel Howard offered a blunt assessment: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDesk rates have stagnated.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He noted that, in some cases, average desk rates on completed deals had actually fallen year-on-year, despite rapid increases in central London rents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The result is growing pressure on the traditional lease model. As capital values improve for conventional leased assets, some landlords are reconsidering whether flex operators remain the optimal long-term strategy for their buildings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The panel broadly agreed that management agreements remain attractive in theory due to shared risk and lower capital exposure, but in practice they are becoming harder to secure in core locations. Increasingly, operators are competing for secondary assets or fringe-market opportunities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Emily Smith highlighted the advantages of ownership within Argyll\u2019s portfolio, noting that owning a significant proportion of buildings provides a meaningful competitive buffer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ron Rosenblum offered perhaps the evening\u2019s most pragmatic observation: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s less about the model itself, it\u2019s about mindset. It\u2019s all about partnership.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The emphasis, he argued, should be on creating aligned incentives between operators, landlords, and occupiers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Can Operators Compete with Landlords Going Direct?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With more landlords entering the flexible workspace market directly, the question of competitive advantage became unavoidable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The panel\u2019s view was measured but realistic: landlords may possess a structural cost advantage through ownership, but operating flexible workspace successfully is significantly harder than many initially expect. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Daniel Howard observed: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAnecdotally, a lot of them who dip their toes in end up knocking on our door to work together after finding it more challenging than expected.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ron Rosenblum argued that many landlord-led flex offerings naturally cater toward larger occupiers, while the broader SME and growth-business market still requires specialist operators capable of serving businesses of every size \u2014 from four-person startups to scaling enterprise teams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A recurring theme throughout the discussion was the importance of ecosystem thinking. Landlords increasingly want to retain occupiers throughout their lifecycle, from startup to scale-up to long-term tenancy. Operators are uniquely positioned to help facilitate that journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Managed Space Debate: What Does \u201cManaged\u201d Actually Mean?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Luke Philpott brought a different perspective to the debate through his experience in outsourced facilities management and managed office delivery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He argued that the broader flex market should feel fortunate in the current environment: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWhen businesses are faced with risk and concerned about long-term decisions, the only thing they look for is flexibility.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, Luke also highlighted a growing market confusion problem: the word \u201cmanaged\u201d now means different things to different people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThere are probably about a dozen different types of managed and landlords, brokers and occupiers are all working off different definitions.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
His conclusion was clear: the sector needs a more coherent and standardised language around managed workspace if occupiers are to compare products effectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Daniel Howard agreed, noting that what most occupiers ultimately want is simplicity: a space they can move into with minimal operational burden and exit just as easily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A Frank Discussion on Professional Responsibility<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the evening\u2019s more candid exchanges focused on accountability and professional standards within the sector. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The panel explored who ultimately bears responsibility when poorly structured leases or unsuitable workspace strategies create challenges for occupiers further down the line. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Daniel Howard was direct: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI think there is a professional obligation. The attitude of \u2018it\u2019s not my problem because it doesn\u2019t involve me\u2019 is a wider issue across the commercial sector.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The discussion evolved into a broader conversation around regulation, accountability, and governance within the industry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Several panellists agreed that as flexible workspace matures into a larger institutional asset class, expectations around advisory standards, transparency, and reporting will inevitably increase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Image Source: Flex and the City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n What the Industry Needs to Do Next<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Justin closed the debate by asking each panellist for one thing the flex industry must improve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The answers were revealing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Emily Smith \u2013 Standardise Data and KPIs<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Emily argued that the sector urgently needs more consistent operational metrics and reporting standards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hospitality has RevPAR. Multifamily residential has established operational benchmarks. Flex, she argued, needs a shared framework that operators, landlords and investors can all understand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As institutional capital continues flowing into flexible workspace, data transparency and operational reporting are likely to become increasingly important differentiators. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Daniel Howard \u2013 Raise Professional Standards<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Daniel called for stronger regulation and accountability across advisory services within the industry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With significant commercial decisions and fees involved, he argued that the sector needs clearer professional standards for agents, brokers, operators and advisors alike. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Luke Philpott \u2013 Define \u201cManaged\u201d<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Luke reiterated the need for consistency around terminology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Without shared definitions, landlords, occupiers and brokers risk comparing fundamentally different products under the same label. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Johnny Bray \u2013 Push Back on Poor Broker Behaviour<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Johnny Bray addressed the issue of inflated broker fees and operator dependency on referral networks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cYou\u2019re the ones paying the fees, you\u2019re the ones in control. Don\u2019t be afraid to say no.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
His point resonated strongly across the room: operators themselves ultimately hold more leverage than they sometimes believe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ron Rosenblum \u2013 Start with the Client<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ron brought the discussion back to fundamentals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Too often, he argued, buildings are designed, fitted and operated based on assumptions rather than genuine customer needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe need to ask the client, how can I help? What do you truly need? And then do that for them.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Final Thoughts<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What made the debate particularly valuable was not simply the candour, but the shared recognition that flexible workspace has now moved beyond the question of whether it is the future of the office market. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
That debate is over. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The focus now is on operational excellence: how to run flex profitably, efficiently and sustainably while continuing to deliver exceptional customer experiences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For operators, landlords, brokers and investors alike, the next phase of the market will likely be defined by better data, stronger operational platforms, clearer standards and closer alignment with occupier needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As the flex market matures, operators are increasingly focused on profitability, operational efficiency, customer experience and scalable growth. Yardi is proud to support many of the industry\u2019s leading workspace providers with technology designed to help flex businesses streamline operations, improve visibility and create exceptional occupier experiences. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- The industry still lacks standardisation and accountability\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Technology and AI are becoming operational necessities\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Landlords and operators are increasingly converging\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Flex is now mainstream real estate, not an alternative product\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Profitability pressure is increasing across the flex market\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Luke Philpott, Founding Partner, Made\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Johnny Bray, CCO, Office Freedom\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Daniel Howard, Partner & Head of Occupier Services, Compton\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Ron Rosenblum, CEO, Canvas\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n