Source of image: PixabayOffice Improvement Tips
by Rosette Monell
Is there a bridge between office improvements and productivity? There is a correlation between the place that you work at and how you work. Where you work has an impact on your ability to stay focused and your ability to be productive, which is why office improvement plays a part in boosting productivity.
The design of your work environment is a crucial factor that influences productivity. Whether it be a company office inside a building or a home office, an environment conducive to accomplishing work-related tasks must be maintained. Various studies indicate that a well-designed office can increase productivity by 20%. Investing in a workplace that contributes to the drive to work also has a big plus on returns, especially in terms of salary expenses, since having an efficient workforce means that you are getting more than your money’s worth.
Being productive saves resources and effort and also leads to better results. So take the necessary steps to make “better” possible. Here are some office improvement tips to increase productivity.
Consider office layout
Before introducing new things in your work environment, first, you have to think about how the changes will affect your team or yourself if you are self-employed. Are everyday challenges of work and team member requirements met? These will help determine how to design your office in the most effective way.
Many factors come into play in designing an office such as company culture, personalities, and working style. Providing a space that can be dynamic and flexible is undoubtedly the right approach. It may take a lot of regularly planned adjustments to achieve due to other reasons, such as your budget. Some employees prefer an office that feels like home. Making your employees feel motivated and comfortable can aid in reaching work objectives.
Good air quality
Breathing good air in the office also affects not only the way employees work but their health and their well-being as well. Poor office ventilation can cause “sick building syndrome.” The number of hours occupants spend staying in the confines of a building can harm their health. Be keen on the air quality inside the office, which entails installing qualitative ventilation and open windows.
Chairs, tables, and other furniture
Office furniture also impacts in motivating employees or self-employed workers to do their best. They must be using comfortable chairs and work tables. Ergonomic working tools are the way to go.
Adjustable chairs are suitable for those who regularly work a desk job so they can avoid experiencing back pains while sitting down for long hours. Optimizing your storage, i.e., cabinets and drawers, by installing the right cabinet hardware is also best for convenience.
Color psychology
The colors that a person sees around them affect mood and brain function. Choosing the right colors can affect productivity. For instance, green is the best color for office productivity. Green is calming, which helps employees stay balanced and focused. Blue also has the same effect.
Find a comfortable room temperature
It will be difficult to concentrate if it’s too warm or too cold inside the office. Find a temperature that you’re comfortable with that won’t distract you from doing your tasks.
A nice scent
As you may have already noticed, our senses affect our mood. Aside from what we see, what we smell also triggers our brain. You can consider adding scents to your workspace, so you divert your mind to focus.
For example, the scent of pine increases alertness and boosts energy. That is useful, especially during the afternoon, when you are feeling down.
Reduce or control the noise level
A noisy environment is not conducive to working. It affects the ability to stay on task. It can also raise stress levels, depending on how exposed a person is to it.
It will help to have noise cancellation headphones if you can afford them so you can listen to music to block the noise out. Putting them on also signals co-workers to back off, serving as a “do not disturb” sign.
Wrapping up
All office improvements should optimize worker productivity by making changes that can help with focus. With any task in any job, it’s essential to maintain focus. Enhancing the work environment promotes just that.
Author’s Bio:
Rosette Monell has a knack for anything DIY. She spent her younger years learning about the different hardware tools and equipment in the hopes of establishing a hardware business in the future. Her career options may have changed, but today, she continues to write passionately about her first love.