JPMorgan's Full-Time Return to Office Plan: A Risky Move in a Hybrid World
In January 2025, JPMorgan Chase was reported to be planning a five-day return to office. Why the plan risked talent, productivity and real estate value.
CEO & Co-Founder
Dan Bladen
Dan is at the helm of Kadence with a sole mission to turn workplaces into vibrant, happy spaces where everyone can thrive. When he’s not busy changing the world of work, you’ll find Dan soaking up the natural, untamed beauty of California’s outdoors with his family on camping adventures.
Why Sonos Shifted From Remote To Hybrid Work For 2025: Its December 2024 Return-To-Office Mandate
In December 2024, Sonos asked its product teams to be on-site two or more days a week, ending its remote-friendly stance. Why it happened and what it means for hybrid work.
What Is a Hybrid Work Model? Types, Examples and How to Implement One
A hybrid work model splits employees' time between the office and remote work. Here are the four main types, company examples, benefits, challenges and steps to implement one.
What Are Office Neighborhoods? 5 Reasons They Improve Workplace Experience
Office neighborhoods seat people who work together in dedicated areas of the office. What they are, how they work with desk booking, and five reasons they help hybrid teams.
The Evolution of Hybrid Working: How We Got Here and What Comes Next
Hybrid working evolved in three phases, from early-2000s home internet to the pandemic and today's uncoordinated hybrid. Here is how it happened and what companies need next.
Introducing Kadence AI for Team Scheduling and Space Booking
In September 2024, Kadence introduced Kadence AI, a workplace assistant that books desks and rooms on request and shows when teammates will be in the office.
8 Examples of Effective Team Dynamics in Hybrid Teams
Eight examples of effective team dynamics for hybrid teams, from clear communication and shared goals to fair rewards, burnout prevention and transparency.
The Hybrid Manifesto: Hybrid Working Principles For Your Workplace Policy
The Hybrid Manifesto sets out hybrid working principles for workplace policy: four pillars (Trust, Alignment, Execution, Flourishing) and three benefits for People, Profits and the Planet.
Kadence Announces $10M Seed Funding Round (December 2022)
In December 2022, Kadence announced a $10M Seed funding round led by Kickstart Fund, with angel investors including Slack co-founder Cal Henderson and Nick Bloom.
Virtual Water Cooler: How To Recreate Informal Connection For Remote And Hybrid Teams
A virtual water cooler is an informal online space where remote and hybrid employees chat outside work tasks. Why it matters, how to build one, and activities to try.
How To Set Up Office Neighborhoods That Create Synergy
It’s not merely enough to have a business model that supports both in-person and remote employees. Instead, your new business model should be flexible enough to cater to the flexibility of the different work styles and schedules. Office neighborhoods software allows you to meet these demands head-on. As such, knowing the different office neighborhood sections […]
How to Evaluate Desk Booking Software: What IT Managers Should Know
An IT manager's checklist for evaluating desk booking software, from requirements and adoption to single sign-on, integrations, data security and hidden costs.
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