Productivity doesn’t need to be a ground-up project. Often we can just take a look at just one element of our office furniture to fix a major outstanding issue, granting us a massive boost in overall productivity.
A project to stop projection, often productivity is just a matter of blotting out sound-related distractions. This is often simply a matter of introducing sound-dampening dividers or demountable wall systems, but can also be accomplished by fiddling with your floor plan, placing collaborative spaces where they will not disrupt other workers.
Is the problem more related to the acoustics of the building rather than employee workspaces? You may want to look into wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted acoustic tiles. Large open spaces tend to bounce sound all over the place; a handful of tiles can absorb much of that sound before it reaches the ears of your workers.
Everyone has their own preferences. It could be something as large as access to a large drafting table, or as simple as preferring their inbox on the left instead of the right. Make sure that you speak with your workers to be sure that you understand both their personal preferences, and the requirements of their job.
How much natural light does your office get? You may wish to look into sharing that light with as many workers as possible by using frosted glass partitions instead of solid walls. Also make sure to keep the position of your ceiling lighting in mind when laying out your desks. A poorly placed partition can cast a 24-hour shadow on an unfortunate worker, which can drastically reduce productivity.
You may also wish to consider an esthetic upgrade project, adding splashes of bright colours to certain design elements. This will grant your workspace a more cheery atmosphere, while making a much more stylish and impressive workspace.
If you’re about to start an office furniture project—particularly one that involves purchasing, moving, or removing new office components—make sure that you call the professionals. We can help make sure that your office furniture project runs as smoothly as possible. To learn more, contact us today.