How to get the best from your Office Design
Successful office design goes far beyond arranging desks and planning who sits where. It takes intelligent planning as well as the creative know-how to really achieve an office design that will enhance your corporate image and improve overall productivity.
After all, many of your employees are likely to spend almost as much time in the office as they do at home, and creating the right work environment is high up on the agenda when it comes to job satisfaction. Research has shown that 50% of workers indicated that the most critical factor in determining job satisfaction was work environment.
It's more important than ever to ensure your staff are comfortable, motivated and are supported by the right office design and layout in order for them to carry out their job effectively.
Read on to find out more about some 5 key areas you will need to consider with your Office Space Planners and Office Designers when planning your new office design.
These include:
- Are your staff comfortable - Make sure your staff work stations are flexible and work-appropriate for them to carry out their tasks efficiently and with ease.
- Determine what each staff member spends most time doing; typing, on the phone, filing etc.- then design their workstation appropriately.
- Is there good communication flow and are the work stations laid out in such a way as to promote free and easy flow of communication?
- Does your office space plan support your organization structure and help influence decision-making and foster teamwork?
- Is there sufficient support space - Support space can incorporate anything that assists your staff in carrying out their day-to-days tasks easily. It might include having the most appropriate filing system, an area for copiers, faxes and scanners, as well as designated break out areas for internal meetings and a place where staff can take a break.
Client Considerations
If your business requires staff to visit your offices on a regular basis you'll need to consider formal meeting rooms and a central reception lobby. Review your reception and welcoming lobby; is there space for clients to sit and wait if you are held up before the meeting?
Is there a touchdown area where they can access the internet or re-charge phones or laptops?
All these issues will help to create a superior office space design which translates into happier employees, improved productivity, increase staff retention and even attract new clients and staff.
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