Perspectives and Trends Relating to a Bibliometric Analysis of Hot-Desking Using VOSviewer

Abstract

This chapter examines hot desks, a workspace strategy in which employees use available workstations instead of assigned desks. This has gained importance due to its potential for cost savings and flexibility. The chapter uses VOSviewer to analyze literature on hotdesking from 2010 to 2024. It highlights a peak in publications between 2016 and 2018, followed by a decline during the COVID-19 pandemic. Key contributors include researchers from England, the United States, and New Zealand, which demonstrate significant international collaboration and high impact. The chapter explores key issues such as employee reactions, communication, job satisfaction, open-plan offices, and office design. It emphasizes the need for strategic implementation to maximize benefits and address hot-desk challenges. This bibliometric analysis provides a foundation for future research and practical applications in workspace management, highlighting the importance of international collaboration and adaptation to emerging challenges.