How does the magic of Christmas come to the office? The Deskeo Study

Christmas is approaching, and with it, its share of festive traditions in the office! At Deskeo, a major player in office flexibility, lifestyle and hospitality, we conducted a survey to explore the mood in French companies as the festive season approaches.

Gifts, decorations, special activities: the magic of Christmas seems to be well and truly at work, promoting team cohesion at the same time. Discover how Christmas is transforming the office in our exclusive study!

Generosity and festive spirit at the forefront

The tradition of exchanging gifts among colleagues is deeply rooted in France: 61.3% of employees have already given a Christmas gift to a colleague, and 59.7% have received one. Despite current economic challenges, the French remain generous, with moderate but meaningful budgets:

• 34.3% spend between €5 and €10 per gift.
• 35.8% allocate between €11 and €15.
• 17.6% go up to €20.
• 12.3% invest more than €21.

The "Secret Santa" tradition is becoming increasingly popular, with 37.2% of employees participating in their workplace.

Companies embrace the festive season

The survey also highlights companies’ involvement in celebrating the holiday season. An impressive 86.7% of businesses organize special activities for Christmas. Among the most popular initiatives:

• 78.9% of companies host Christmas meals (snacks, lunches, or dinners).
• 37.2% organize a Secret Santa.
• 19.3% celebrate Christmas Jumper Day.

When it comes to decorations, most companies brighten up their premises:

• 83.1% of employees confirm that their company decorates the office, whether with a tree and a few garlands (57.9%) or more elaborate decorations (25.2%).
• Only 18.7% of companies do not put up any decorations.

A positive impact on team cohesion

The holiday season appears to have a beneficial effect on team dynamics. According to our study, 75% of employees feel that relationships among colleagues improve during this time:

• 43.2% believe teams become "a little" more united.
• 31.8% say they are "much" more united.

The convivial atmosphere fostered by festive activities encourages interactions and strengthens bonds, underscoring the importance of these moments in workplace life.

Deskeo: Your partner for an engaging office experience

The holiday season is more than just decorations and gift exchanges. It’s an ideal time to reinforce team spirit and create shared experiences. As Kim Le, our CMO, explains:

"At Deskeo, Christmas at the office goes beyond garlands and Christmas trees—it plays a vital role in team life. Our study shows that Secret Santa is becoming increasingly common in workplaces, and that the French continue to share generosity and festive cheer with their colleagues, strengthening ties within companies. It’s a time when the magic unfolds—not only in decorations but in team cohesion too!"

In essence, the office is a place where unique moments come to life. For Deskeo, these festive occasions align with our mission: creating vibrant workspaces tailored to your needs, where hospitality and conviviality go hand in hand with performance and well-being. Contact us to learn more!

Survey conducted internally across France via email and social media platforms Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. 1,084 people aged 18 and over responded between November 8 and December 8, 2024.