Monday, April 11, 2011

Three basic features that all office fitouts must include

Finances can be stretched when putting together new office fitouts. Computers, printers, lighting and security systems, carpets, doors, suspended ceilings, heating and air-conditioning systems – the costs just keep adding up. And that's before you've even begun considering how you are going to cater for the human element of your office – add to that list all the things that will be necessary for the comfort and productivity of your employees. Freaking out yet? Well, don't.
While your business is sure to boast some of the most cutting-edge office fitouts sometime in the future, not all of that's necessary right now. For office fitouts to be functional for your employees, they really only require three main features to begin with:

1. Workstations: Office workstations are hands down the most essential feature of office fitouts in order for any work to actually get done there. You should select workstations that include furniture and accessories that can be modified to meet each employee’s personal needs. Keyboard trays, footrests and seats that can be adjusted for height and angle will increase the functionality of your office fitouts in the long-term, as well as providing a greater level of comfort for your workers on a daily basis. Eventually you may also want to consider consulting an ergonomics expert who will work with each individual employee to adjust the workstations according to their specific needs.

2. Partitions: Office partitions are an essential element of office fitouts because they serve a range of critical purposes in ensuring the efficient operation of the work place. When placed in between cubicles, partitions provide privacy and sound proofing in open-plan settings. There is a large range of partition styles suitable for  modern office fitouts, including plasterboard, glass, full or half height partitions, or personalised one-off designs that may be created according to individual business requirements. The selection of office partitions is so huge these days that it can prove useful to narrow down your selection by noting what colours, materials, styles, heights and widths will best suit your particular needs.

3. Storage Facilities: A clean and tidy work space is critical to ensure that your business is efficient and productive, so effective office storage really can make all the difference to the success of your company. Impressive office fitouts allow for the interaction and activity of staff without too many obstacles. A work space that offers ease of movement can be achieved through the use of mobile storage facilities. Consider mobile pedestals which are ideal storage devices for busy offices because they provide each employee with a personal storage space. The more standard hinge door cupboard and locker style storage systems are also always available in an extensive range of heights to suit a variety of office fitouts.

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