Working productively means being efficient , i.e. using the time dedicated to work in a functional way, always taking into consideration the needs of individual employees so as not to create conditions of both physical and mental stress.
For SMEs, this is a priority, in fact this approach makes it possible to optimize costs and maximize work , a result that can be achieved by focusing on up-to-date technologies, employee well-being and the correct organization of offices.
Consequently, from the choice of the most suitable electronic devices to the correct configuration of the working space, there are some essential actions to increase productivity in the office .
Improve productivity with an ergonomic and efficient workstation
To understand how to increase productivity by optimizing the workstation, you can follow the various suggestions in the Office section of magazine.lyreco.it , the in-depth portal of Lyreco , European leader in the supply of products and solutions for the work environment.
In particular, a fundamental aspect for improving the life of employees is the ergonomics and efficiency of the workstation .
An ergonomic and comfortable workstation increases the well-being of workers and consequently also productivity, therefore these characteristics should not be underestimated in the configuration of the work environment, which is why it is necessary to consider elements such as the desk and chair but also various peripherals.
In this regard, it is important to choose an ergonomic mouse , able to guarantee maximum comfort for those who use it and adapt perfectly to the individual user , considering the type of activity to be carried out and its peculiarities.
You also need to choose the right printer for the office , evaluating some factors such as the compactness of the device based on the space available, Wi-Fi connectivity and the presence of scanner and copier functions to manage any document requirement. Furthermore, the printer must have a simple and intuitive interface to use, also paying attention to the printing speed to optimize the office activity.
An essential device is also the PC monitor , considering that around 8 hours a day are spent working on the computer and every detail affects productivity. A good monitor for an office PC must have a diagonal of at least 21 inches , IPS panel technology and a minimum resolution of Full HD 1,920 × 1,080 pixels , possibly with an anti-glare matte finish to avoid light reflections which can create nuisance and impair concentration.
Create a functional and comfortable work environment
To increase office productivity, not only must the workstation be functional and ergonomic , but it is also important to set up a comfortable working environment.
For example, one aspect not to be overlooked is the lighting of the office, by positioning the desks parallel to the natural light sources and equipping them with LED lamps with asymmetrical light distribution to avoid visual disturbances.
It is also possible to prefer light sources with smart functions for remote control , in this way each collaborator can set personalized and diversified lighting according to the various moments of the day.
By choosing dimmable LED lamps, it is possible to adjust the light intensity and color temperature according to one’s needs, improving the comfort and functionality of the work environment.
These days we also need to support employees in smart working activities , offering optimal tools to promote remote working and perfect collaboration between remote and on-site employees.
These are, for example , video conferencing devices such as video projectors, but also cloud platforms for sharing documents and IT systems that allow you to optimize smart working.
To increase the concentration of collaborators it is important to provide them with headphones and earphones , choosing good quality models, characterized by an ergonomic design, in order to isolate from external noise and improve productivity.
