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  • News and Updates
  • News and Updates

Archie Wins 3 Major Industry Awards

Archie continues to stand out across review platforms like G2, Capterra, and SoftwareReviews. See the latest awards, what real users are saying, and why teams trust Archie to manage desks, rooms, visitors, and coworking spaces.

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  • Coworking
  • Coworking

Coworking and Coliving: Are Shared Spaces Still The Future?

Learn what coworking and coliving spaces are, and whether space operators should offer both.
Read time: 6 minutes
  • Coworking
  • Coworking

How to Build a Coworking Space Community (Without Forcing It)

Learn how to build a strong, natural coworking space community that keeps members happy, connected, and coming back.
Read time: 6 minutes
  • Room Scheduling
  • Room Scheduling

Google Calendar Room Booking System: How it Works

Here’s how to book meeting rooms in Google Calendar with its built-in features and integrations.
Read time: 6 minutes
  • Room Scheduling
  • Room Scheduling

Meeting Room Booking Template [Excel Free Download]

To make managing meeting rooms easier, here's a customizable conference room schedule template. You can download it for free with one click.
Read time: 8 minutes
  • Hybrid Office
  • Hybrid Office

Facility Management Certification (FMP): Is It Worth It?

Discover what a FMP certification is, and how to get one.
Read time: 6 minutes
  • Coworking, Hybrid Office
  • Hybrid OfficeCoworking

Best Door Access Control Systems for Office & Coworking Spaces

Discover the best door access control systems for coworking spaces and offices.
Read time: 11 minutes
  • Coworking
  • Coworking

Coworking Space Design: Ideas, Tips, and Musts [+ PDF]

Learn how to design a coworking space with key steps, a PDF template, and real-life examples.
Read time: 12 minutes
  • Visitor Management
  • Visitor Management

Receiving Visitors in the Workplace: Importance & Tips

Learn how to welcome visitors to your office with a smooth, safe, and professional check-in process.
Read time: 8 minutes
  • Hybrid Office
  • Hybrid Office

Hybrid Leadership: Skills, Challenges & How to Do It Well

Learn what hybrid leadership is, why it matters, and how to lead a hybrid team.
Read time: 9 minutes
  • Desk Booking
  • Desk Booking

Hot Desking vs Hoteling: What’s The Best Fit For Your Space?

Hot desking or desk hoteling? Learn the differences and find out which setup works best for you.
Read time: 10 minutes
  • Desk Booking
  • Desk Booking

How to Make Desk Sharing Work: Tips, Tools, and Etiquette

Here's how to make desk sharing smooth and actually enjoyable with the right tools and tips.
Read time: 8 minutes
  • Coworking
  • Coworking

Coworking Community Manager Job Description [+ Template]

What a community manager is how they can help grow your coworking space.
Read time: 12 minutes
  • Room Scheduling
  • Room Scheduling

Meeting Room Booking Software: The Complete Guide for 2026

Discover features, benefits, pricing, integrations, and how companies manage meeting room booking.
Read time: 23 minutes
  • Product Review
  • Product Review

Looking for the Best Eptura Engage Alternatives? Start Here

See how Archie, Robin, Skedda, deskbird, and YAROOMS compare for office management.
Read time: 14 minutes
  • Coworking
  • Coworking

What is Coworking Software: The Complete Operator’s Guide

A complete guide for coworking operators: what the coworking software does, how it works, and what to look for.
Read time: 16 minutes
  • Product Review
  • Product Review

The Receptionist Alternatives: Competitor Features & Pricing

Is The Receptionist right for your office? Explore the best alternatives.
Read time: 17 minutes