Running a business or organisation comes with many challenges, hurdles, and curveballs. This is exactly why it is imperative to do proper planning and create your setup in such a way that it supports your business endeavours and makes your processes easier on your way to success. While you are the expert in your line of business and running your organisation, we are specialists in creating workspaces that encourage optimal performance. Read on to find out how we can help you create the perfect space to achieve your business goals.
This may seem like a big claim – how can a couple of desks and chairs have such a big impact on the performance of your team? The truth is that office furniture has a much bigger impact on our daily tasks than we may consciously realise. It creates the indoor infrastructure within which we operate. It adds to the atmosphere which influences moods and attitudes. And, it provides support to the tasks that we perform. This does not only apply to the actual office furniture, but also the way it is positioned around the office. Small changes can either speed up or slow down production, encourage teamwork, or create barriers and frustrations.
Here are a few tips on how to approach choosing office furniture to add to a better performing workspace:
Filling an entire space with office furniture can easily become a ridiculously expensive exercise. As a business owner, you are probably aware that spending a disproportionate amount of money on this is not a great investment. On the other hand, you also do not want to stumble along with insufficient or poor-quality items. So, start by defining your budget.
It is easy to get carried away once you start shopping. Make sure that you stay within your budget and meet all your requirements by first creating a detailed plan and then sticking to it. There are a few things to consider when doing your planning:
Do not underestimate the importance of comfort. We spend a significant amount of time at work, and nobody performs at their peak when they suffer from neck pain, eye strain, or a sore back. What is also equally important for comfort is enough surface space to work on. Cramped spaces lead to frustration. Plan your space efficiently while keeping this in mind. Also use this as an important consideration when choosing the design of your office furniture.
Use your budget wisely. It might be tempting to go for the cheaper option, but this can pose other risks. Keep in mind the comfort and safety of your employers, and the potential risk of compromising this. Also, know that lower prices might mean you are trading off quality and durability. Choosing high-quality office furniture will help you save money on repairs and replacements later on, and it may also positively affect the work experience of your team.
There is a science to workspace design. As touched on, proper planning holds many advantages, mainly in support of optimising performance. To make the most of this, consider partnering with a professional who has extensive experience in this. Our team of specialists at Quantum Office Furniture can help you with space planning, office design and layout, and office relocations, and we are also a supplier of quality office furniture.
Get in touch and let us help you create your new workspace. We operate nationwide, and we offer free delivery and installation in Johannesburg.