This years theme, Changing Opportunities for the Workplace, focuses on the idea that “One Size, Shape, and Location Does Not Fit All” and that it was truly put to the test during the past 18 months.

Office real estate changed dramatically as entire cities and regions shut down almost entirely. Work-from-home became the norm for many and changed the way the workplace space is viewed, whether at home, an office or a retail location.

Now as businesses begin to reopen, new strategies are being put in place to woo workers back in person with safety and wellness, location considerations, and new perks and amenities; to accommodate personnel with hybrid models or co-working, and allow certain positions to continue to work from home. Safety and wellness, innovative designs, governance, human resources support and advanced technology are keys to making these new opportunities work.