Incorporating Storage into your Office Layout

Storage space is something every business needs and it can prove difficult to find the right methods that suit.

Despite us now living in an extremely technological generation we still need areas to store documents and files. Required to be stored in a secure place and kept organised at all times, an office refurb is a great place to begin.

Poor storage can have negative effects on a business. But what are these?

• Lack of concentration: A cluttered work environment can often result in staff members becoming easily distracted by the mess surrounding them. This will affect their general working pace and productivity can reduce.

• Little organisation: When files and important documents are not stored appropriately this causes staff members to become unorganised. In addition, employees lose the ability to retrieve what they need in a timely manner.

• Poor staff performance: Poor storage will eventually cause staff members to work much slower and not as effectively. Work may also be at a lower standard due to restricted access of important documents or files.

• Damaging companies reputation: As a result of the aforementioned factors your company's reputation has the potential to be damaged and labelled as unorganised. No business wants a negative label attached to their name.

How planning for storage will benefit you

Neglecting to plan for storage is a rookie mistake. Ending up with little space to actually fit storage containers is a big problem. This is why we recommend including such items within an office refurbishment.

To help with storage planning try dividing it into 3 seperate groups:

• Archive: This is usually the biggest group of files and documents which needs to be kept in large containers. They should also be accessible as many staff members will need regular access. A benefit of using larger storage containers for archives is their ability to divide space in the office. You may end up with a much nicer office layout.

• Personal: Every office requires areas for personal storage. Whether it is simple lockers in a spare room or large lockable containers, employees need to feel confident in leaving their possessions securely. This also helps employees to separate their work life from their home life.

• Work Station: Finally, workstation equipment is the most common element of storage in workplaces. These are usually found on the employees desks or in close proximity. Workstation objects and equipment are most likely part of the daily work routine individuals. Therefore they need to be easily accessible otherwise work flow may be disrupted.

For further information on how we can help determine the best storage solutions during an office refit, contact us today.