Whether it’s a traditional office cubicle system or more modernized sit-to-stand desks, each office workstation has its pros and cons. The best way to choose the right workstation really depends on factors like employee preferences, office workflow, and your industry. If you’re having trouble trying to reconfigure or replace your office workstations, here’s what our commercial interior specialists have to say about all the office workstation pros and cons.
Sit-to-stand desks Sitting for too long isn’t good for our bodies, but neither is standing too long. If your employees would like to prioritize their health and wellness more in the new year, then a sit-to-stand desk may be the right option. These are fully adjustable, so that an employee can sit or stand as they work according to their task or preference. This helps reap the benefits of both options, with the desk height giving employees the ability to relax in an ergonomic position or increase their energy and circulation by adjusting it to a higher standing position. Sit-to-stand desks are a great option if your employees tend to move around during work rather than staying in one place for all 8 hours a day, and if you have some form of hotdesking. Benching stations These are long desks that can accommodate multiple employees along each length of the desk. Employees face one another and are separated by shelving or partitions. This is a very popular setup for open-plan offices, and it allows employees to talk easily to their immediate neighbors and collaborate without having to get up from their seats. If you want to implement this solution, it’s also important to consider social distancing and privacy, as employees are in very close proximity to one another. It may also be too noisy for some employees, as large clusters of benching stations can be quite disruptive if people are constantly talking to one another. L-stations These are quite traditional workstations where a desk is positioned against a filing cabinet or shelving to create an L-shape. In many ways, it resembles a cubicle without walls. Ideal for single users, it is automatically socially distanced and private when positioned correctly. This is best suited to workplaces where employees have assigned desks, where storage is needed, where employees need privacy to meet with clients, and where you can easily space out your employees over your floor plan. If you are short on floor space, require your employees to easily communicate and collaborate, or need to accommodate many employees at the same time, having just these workstations may not be the most productive or efficient for your operation. Team stations Workstations like these are modular and can be formed into clusters, so that each cluster can be assigned to a different team. They can include privacy walls and shields, storage space, and have different shapes and configurations, but the end purpose – to allow a group of people to work together in one area – is the same. This allows for easy collaboration without disturbing nearby non-team members or having to move into breakout space. They’re ideal for organizations that have set teams who work frequently together or even key departments, but they don’t offer much privacy for team members. If employees need to work as a team but also need to meet with clients on occasion, you will likely need to include a separate, private meeting space in your design. Modern office cubicles The cubicle has changed a bit since its heyday, becoming more user-friendly and enjoyable to work in. Today, modern office cubicles are the modern equivalent of a private office – a space that is suited to a single employee who requires storage and/or privacy for their work. However, they are not suited to every employee. Like the L-workstations, they aren’t suitable if you have limited floor space, lots of employees, or you need your employees to collaborate easily. They’re best for meeting with clients or employees privately, or maintaining security, so they are often used in HR, accounting, and IT departments. BE Furniture is a team of New Jersey-based office design specialists focused on making innovative office designs come to life. With a sustainable and modern approach to office design in the tri-state area, we work one-on-one with you to create a functional and exceptional space that reflects your values as a business. From hotdesking and sit-to-stand desk options to ergonomic office furniture and modern office cubicles, we can supply it all. To find out more about our office design services and furniture, give us a call today or visit our website at https://www.befurniture.com/ Original content is posted on https://www.befurniture.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-office-workstation-options/
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Over the last couple of years, the workplace has evolved into a very different space. As people start to return back to the office in the New Year, employers need to ensure that these spaces are hygienic, welcoming, and suited to the needs of employees.
After all, when employees feel that their organizations are taking an active role in their wellbeing, they are more productive, more engaged, and less likely to move on to a new place of employment. Here are some office design ideas and initiatives on how to welcome employees back to work. Create defined breakout spaces Breakout space within the office is a modern essential. Rather than crowding around one person’s desk (disrupting people around them and creating a difficult space to work), informal groups of employees can ‘break out’ of the office into a separate space. This can be used for meeting or presentation prep, informal meetings between department representatives, brainstorming sessions – any typical meeting or discussion that’s informal and around 30 minutes in length. The space should be physically separate to prevent noise from interrupting others, have general-purpose resources and furniture, and be available to all without being monopolized by any single group. Convenient childcare facilities If your organization has employees with young children, childcare facilities can make a world of difference. Not only does this help reduce the burden of childcare costs on staff, but it is also known to improve morale, staff retention, attendance, and even public relations. It’s a highly sought-after perk and, for parents who have been getting used to caring for their kids while working from home, it’s a great way to be close to their child while making it easier to coordinate family life and be productive in their career. It’s easy for a parent to check in on their child during a break, stress is reduced because they are close at hand at all times, and it’s easy to adapt childcare to business schedules. New and improved office perks Just like there are perks when working from home, there are perks when working at the office. Now is the perfect time to make these stand out for returning employees! Whether this is access to quiet space free from household noise, healthy lunches and snacks, great tech, an onsite barista or fancy coffee machine, or even the ability to talk with colleagues easily in person. It’s important to highlight the everyday benefits of working in the office to give people what they’ve missed out on most while working from home. A vibrant office makeover If you want your employees to be excited about coming back into the workplace, a makeover is just the way to do it! A smart and practical office design can take a drab and uninspiring workspace and transform it into a space where people want to be. New workstations, home comforts, a trendy color scheme, ergonomic chairs, and casual breakout spaces will reinvent your workplace and support productivity, creativity, and job satisfaction. Not to mention, your clients will love it too! That’s where our office design and fit-out specialists come in, offering expertise and creative talent that makes your office space balance funky with functional, excitement with efficiency, and comfortable with creative! Contact us today to find out more about our office space design services in NJ. https://www.befurniture.com/ Original content is posted on https://www.befurniture.com/4-ways-to-make-your-employees-feel-comfortable-returning-to-work/ |
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