How do you maximise your Office Space?
Choosing an office that is sufficient for your needs is essential, but you also need to use the space wisely too. Maximising floor space is about thinking strategically how to configure the space so that staff can work productively and to ensure you get maximum return from your rental investment.
Here are some basic steps to help maximise any space you have available and use the office to its full potential:
Calculate your requirements
Calculate the amount of space your business needs using this free Office Space Calculator, and factor in how many shared areas, cubicles and private offices you are going to need. It is vital that you are clear about how much space you need before you start searching for office space. This will avoid wasting any time viewing potential properties that are not suited to your needs, and will also ensure you don't outgrow the premises prior to the lease expiring.
Average workspace per employee
The office space calculator will help you work out how much workspace you need to allow for each employee. You may want to consider hot desking as an option if you are looking to reduce the amount of space you need, particularly if you have staff who regularly attend meetings with clients out of the office.
Partitioning
Glass partitions can provide a cost effective means of creating additional cubicles or meeting rooms, whilst still giving the illusion of space.
High-density storage
Storage remains a concern for many businesses who have found it difficult to go entirely paperless. High density storage walls are a great space-saving solution, and can even double up as partitioning.
Office furniture
Find out from your staff how much desk space they really need. Introducing smaller workstations could impact the amount of overall square footage you require, and will also encourage staff to keep their desks in a tidy – which will have a positive impact on the impression you give to visitors.
Workplace appraisal
A workplace appraisal carried out by an office fit-out company can provide great insight into how your business currently operates and performs in the space, and will help identify opportunities on how best to use your new office to your advantage. If you are considering an office move, contact an Office Fit-out Company in your area to request a free workplace appraisal.
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