4 Ways To Integrate Technology Into The Workplace
Technology is changing our lives, particularly our work. Now, we can ‘pool’ our car ride into work with an app and talk to clients on the other side of the world from our desk.
When we think about office furniture and fitouts, it’s important to consider the technology available and how we can best integrate it.
But it’s not always straight forward to work out what technologies to introduce and when. It can be hard to keep up with new developments. Spend time understanding technology and how you can utilise your space to incorporate more productive ways of working.
Let’s have a look at some ways to integrate technology into your office design.
Multimedia capabilities
As workplaces become more and more virtual, our reliance on communication technologies will increase. Consider introducing multimedia solutions in your office to help you collaborate better. Think about how you share information with your clients and employees. Is it via video, mobile or in audio form?
Your furniture should be able to offer a flexible way for technology to be executed. The nature of technology is constantly changing, so make sure your furniture can adapt accordingly. This could simply mean investing in furniture that’s not permanently built-in.
Flexible furniture
Your furniture should be able to offer a flexible way for technology to be executed. The nature of technology is constantly changing, so make sure your furniture can adapt accordingly. This could simply mean investing in furniture that’s not permanently built-in.
Go mobile
Tablets are a great way to work on-the-go. If your employees are out at a meeting, they can check their emails and use the technology as part of their presentation. You can also use tablets to book meeting rooms and sign visitors in and out. This ‘mobile’ technology can help your business go paperless.
Collaborative hot desks
Do you hire freelancers and contractors? Hosting weekly brainstorming sessions? Choose an area that’s close to power outlets and install a hot office desk. This will be your ‘hub’ for short, collaborative sessions.
By embracing technology, you can achieve a minimalistic design and make space for the things that matter to your employees. Invest in cloud storage, embrace new applications using mobile devices, and train new employees with technology.
Explore your needs and match the technology to suit your needs. Remember, technology will continue to change, so prepare your workspace with adaptable furniture and design. Choose solutions that help your employees connect, collaborate, and share information. Work processes should be as fluid as technology.
We understand the relationship between a productive workspace and your office furniture. Your company is unique and your furniture should be, too. For customised office solutions that fit your needs, talk to us.
