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From survive to thrive: what's next for the higher education workplace?
Explore how leading universities are leveraging workplace management technologies to boost efficiency, collaboration and sustainability.
The 2025 Inside the Workplace Report for Higher Education reveals how institutions are evolving their work environments and infrastructure to meet new challenges and opportunities. Discover the latest trends in technology use in academia – from the growing use of AI (33% plan to implement building automation in the next year) to the value of workplace analytics (adoption increased 18% since 2024).
Based on a comprehensive survey of leaders in HR, finance, facilities, and real estate, this report uncovers:
How workplace management tools have shifted from crisis response to long-term investment
The rise of generative AI, machine learning and digital twins in campus operations
What’s driving return-to-office policies and how universities are balancing flexibility
Why green initiatives are gaining momentum and how employees are supporting them
The evolving role of physical spaces in fostering innovation and teamwork
The 2025 future of higher ed workspaces
Inside the Workplace Report for Higher Education FAQs
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Why should I download the report?
This report offers actionable insights to help you:
- Make smarter real estate decisions
- Improve employee experience and retention
- Align workplace strategy with institutional goals
- Stay ahead of regulatory and sustainability demands
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Who should download the report?
Professionals in higher education facilities management, HR, finance, and campus leadership will find the report’s data informative and useful as they explore new solutions to optimize their buildings and ways of working.
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How was the survey conducted?
Johnson Controls partnered with an independent market research firm to survey 750 US business leaders in HR, finance, facilities and real estate. All respondents work for organizations that have 200 or more employees and maintain at least one physical workplace that is used by employees at least one day per week.
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