Wow, just had to jump on here and say it. The switch to open-plan with unassigned seating (HMP) has been straight up fantastic. I used to dread coming in but now I actually look forward to it. You grab your laptop in the morning, pick a spot, and bo-m - you’re sitting near completely different people every day. The random conversations that pop up are gold. Ideas get shared, problems get solved on the spot, and you feel way more connected to what’s happening across the business.
What really makes it shine is how open and transparent management has been through the whole thing. They didn’t just roll it out and disappear. They’ve been walking the floors, asking for real feedback, and actually listening. You can tell they genuinely want this to work and they’re being upfront about why these changes matter for all of us. Its refreshing to see that level of honesty from the top.
Because of it we’re moving faster, collaborating better, and honestly beating the pants off the competition who are still stuck in their old cubicle worlds or half-empty hybrid setups. The energy in the buildings is so much better now. Feels like a real one-team culture.
Chevrons ki-ling it with this approach. Makes me proud to be here and way more excited about the future.
Has anyone else had those “wow this actually works” moments with the new seating? Especially wondering how its going for the field and ops crews when they come into the office. You guys liking it or nah?
Would love to hear your stories!