I'm part of a midsized company that has rapidly expanded from about 40 to over 100 employees in less than a year. We're feeling the strain on our office space as the 'check the Google Calendar' approach is leading to chaos, with double bookings and occupied desks causing quite a bit of frustration. We need a solution to streamline our booking process, but my boss has emphasized that we can't blow our budget on this. Any suggestions for affordable options?
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Tech can get pricey, but it depends on the number of desks you have. Maybe consider assigning certain days for different sub-teams to be in the office and coordinating from there. If you do have some budget, Logitech has nice docking systems that pair well with their booking solutions.
Check out Robin, but be cautious if your team keeps growing since they charge per user, which can add up fast. Archie could be a great option for you, as it doesn’t tie costs to team size. You can start using it with a small team and keep the same plan as you grow.
If you're using Microsoft 365, I recommend setting up Resource Accounts for your meeting rooms and hoteling spaces. This can integrate well with room panels from Logitech or Yealink if you're also using Teams for meetings.
Take a look at some open-source options like MRBS or Workplacify. They can be very cost-effective for managing room bookings.
I like Envoy’s interface, but it tends to be on the expensive side. In contrast, Archie seems more sustainable for teams that are scaling up.
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