In a continuation of hot topic discussions from conferences in the UK, Alexandra Livesey, CEO of Clockwise Offices, led a compelling debate asking whether flex offices represent a profit engine or costly experiment, concluding that flex is far from a trend but rather a proven model with 40 years of evolution.

The discussion emphasized that modern flex goes beyond simply providing desks and WiFi, urging landlords to understand their options, engage more closely with space users, and determine their preferred level of involvement. Livesey drew a powerful comparison to the hotel industry, noting that flex has reached the same maturity stage where operators can franchise entire buildings, bring in established brands to self-manage, or appoint third-party operators.