When was the last time you looked at the state of your office? If it’s been a while, it may be overdue for a facelift.
Setting up an office in just the right way can boost productivity and increase employee satisfaction. No one wants to work in a stuffy, poorly lit space at an uncomfortable desk with a chair from the 1970s. If you want to keep your staff happy, you need to freshen things up a bit.
Keep reading to find everything you need to set up the perfect office space.
The Right Computer and Printing Gear
An office isn’t complete without the most up-to-date and well-running computer equipment. Don’t provide your employees with anything less than the best. Computers that run well will boost productivity and keep your employees happy, too.
Equipping your office with the right gear is more than just providing computers, though. You will need other equipment like a fax machine, printer, photocopier, or an all-in-one system that can do it all.
If this all sounds expensive, don’t worry. You can find great affordable options to lease, purchase, or rent your equipment to help you save some upfront costs.
Connectivity is another tech-related area of concern. Your staff will likely be spending most of their days on the internet. Make sure you’re providing them with the highest internet speed with the most reliability.
Ergonomic Furniture
Did you know that spending too much time sitting can increase your risk of health conditions like heart disease? It’s true and your office employees will spend most of their days sitting. What can you do an as employer to keep them healthy?
Your staff need ergonomic furniture to stave off office-related injuries.
Sit-stand desks are a great choice as they allow your employees to switch between sitting and standing throughout their day. This gives them a chance to stretch their legs and get the blood flowing again.
Never underestimate the power of an ergonomic office chair, either. A good rule of thumb when shopping for chairs is the more customizable it is, the better. You want something that allows users to adjust the height, arm rests, back, tilt, and more.
Lighting
We all remember how awful the fluorescent lighting in elementary school was. The constant flickering, fast burn out time, and inefficient lighting make fluorescents an awful choice for any environment.
Natural lighting is always best if you’re able to make it happen. If it’s not possible, provide enough overhead lighting to ensure there are no dimly lit areas in the office.
Choose blinds over curtains so your staff can adjust how much or how little light they’d like to let in.
Set Up the Perfect Office Space
Your office space will be the more efficient and comfortable place when you put our tips into action. If you ever have any doubt about the set-up, ask your employees for their input. Most will be more than happy to provide ideas about where improvements can be made.
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