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Since 2021, paths within the home are covered by German statutory accident insurance during home office work.

ABW provides activity-specific zones – employees pick the workspace fitting the task.

Good air quality is crucial for well-being and productivity in the home office.

Asynchronous work decouples communication from real time – more depth, fewer meetings, higher output.

Asset management tracks all devices and furniture across their lifecycle – essential for hybrid organizations.

Germany's Workplace Ordinance defines minimum requirements for workplaces – including telework and home offices.

The monthly € 50 benefit-in-kind exemption lets German employers grant tax-free benefits to employees.

With the increasing shift of many workplaces to home offices, adherence to compliance guidelines has become a crucial issue for companies and employees.

Desk sharing means multiple employees share workplaces – a key lever for hybrid office space optimization.

Height-adjustable desk for the home office: who pays, what it costs, how it works – plus ergonomics tips, legal context and sourcing models for employers.

Employee engagement measures emotional commitment – a key driver of productivity and retention.

With the rise of hybrid working models that combine both on-site and remote working, it is more important than ever to ensure employee satisfaction.

The EVP is the employer's value promise – what employees get for what they give.

Employer branding makes a company attractive to current and future employees – authentically and distinctly.

Ergonomics is the science of optimising work design to promote health, well-being and productivity. It encompasses both physical aspects, such as adapting furniture and equipment, and psychological factors, such as avoiding excessive demands. In the office, height-adjustable desks, ergonomic chairs, optimised screen positions and regular exercise are essential. Ergonomics also plays a key role in the home office, and companies should offer support in this area. In production and logistics, ergonomic adjustments help to minimise physical strain. Digitalisation enables new approaches, such as adaptive furniture and wearables. Legal requirements such as the Occupational Health and Safety Act oblige companies to comply with ergonomic standards. Well thought-out ergonomics not only improve the health of employees, but also their satisfaction and efficiency.

ESG criteria increasingly shape procurement, furniture, and IT at the workplace – mandatory for many companies.

The four-day week is a working model with reduced weekly hours while maintaining (near-)full pay.

GDPR fully applies in home offices, with stricter requirements on technical and organizational measures.

Introduction The concept of the home office has gained significant importance in recent years, not only due to the COVID-19 pandemic but also because of the general trend towards more flexible work environments. What is…

The German home office allowance grants € 6 per day, up to € 1,260/year as deductible expenses – no separate study required.

In an increasingly digital world, the concept of "Home Office as a Service" (HOaaS) is becoming more and more important.

IT onboarding ensures new hires are productive from day 1 – with devices, accounts, and tools ready.

Mobile working, also known as remote working or telecommuting, has become an integral part of the modern working world.

Musculoskeletal disorders, or MSDs, are among the most common causes of work disability and absenteeism, yet the majority of employees continue to work under unhealthy conditions at home.

Ergonomic office chair for the home office: selection criteria (synchro mechanism, lumbar support, 4D armrests), costs, DIN EN 1335 and who pays for the chair – including Equipment-as-a-Service.

Learn the BMAS recommendations on how to create a healthy and safe home office for occupational health and safety in home office settings.

Germany's Occupational Safety Act obliges employers to ensure safety and health of all employees – including in home office.

With the increase in home office workplaces, promoting health in the workplace is more important than ever.

Employee retention covers all measures that keep key talent long-term.

The reduction of office space has become a central topic in the discussion about the future of work.

Remote onboarding integrates new hires structurally – without requiring office days first.

The right to disconnect protects employees from digital constant availability – legally enforced in several countries.

Help, the chandelier has fallen on my head. What sounds like an exaggerated comic extract is what employers should avoid with the risk assessment: Exposing employees to potential hazards in the workplace. In this…

Working from home is becoming increasingly common as an alternative to working in a company office, but how to equip the ideal workplace. Even though the remote working model has become even more important, not least…

Introduction Telecommuting, also known as remote work or home office, has gained significant importance in recent years. After all, It offers numerous benefits to both employers and employees but also presents some…

A good balance between work commitments and personal time is important for health, well-being and productivity.

A workation combines work and vacation: employees work temporarily from abroad – with clear legal guardrails.

The design of your home office workplace plays a decisive role in your health, productivity and general well-being.

Workplace-as-a-Service delivers the entire workplace – furniture, IT, service – as a subscription.

A works agreement defines binding rules for hybrid and remote work between employer and works council.