4 Lesser-Known Ways to Improve Your Office Environment

Deadlines, meetings and other daily stressors can strain your employees’ productivity and happiness. Fortunately, we have a simple solution – improving your work environment! 

Improving your work environment is an investment and does not need to be time-consuming or expensive. These lesser-known tips can also be used to spruce up your home office environment, so keep reading!

Lighting

Lighting can truly make a massive difference to your quality of work. In a study by Staples in 2018, over 33% of employees said they would be happier at work if they had better lighting in the office. When it comes to lighting for better productivity, natural light is the best. Studies show that sunlight was directly related to employees’ productivity, mental health and job satisfaction. If you’re in the office, try to get some sunlight when you take a break. You can even step out for some fresh air. If you’re working from home, consider working near a window. If you don’t get a lot of natural light in your office or home, try adding lamps to your workspace. Whether you’re looking for a desk lamp or a freestanding one, we have a variety of options to choose from. Take a look!

Headphones

Whether you’re partially working from home or working in the office full-time, this one is an absolute essential. Good headphones can filter background noise and reduce distractions, allowing you to work productively. A high-quality pair of headphones will also allow you to communicate well in virtual meetings. If you are looking to upgrade from your standard earphones or earbuds, the Jabra Evolve 75e is a great choice. This wireless headset is engineered to be the first professional UC-certified wireless earbuds featuring three microphone technology, active noise cancellation, and integrated busy light to let your colleagues know that you are not to be disturbed. With 14 hours of battery life which is rechargeable in just 2 hours, this headphone set is all you need and more!

Air Purifiers

We’re all aware of air pollution outdoors, but did you know that indoor spaces can be three to five times more polluted than outdoor spaces? With this in mind, it isn’t hard to understand why air purifiers can significantly improve air quality in the workplace. Smoke, dander, dust, allergens and pollution can make breathing harder for employees. Air purifiers, also known as air filtration units, filter the air of these harmful allergens that often trigger these attacks. Here are some tips if you’re in the market for an air filter but don’t know what you should be looking for. First, choose an air cleaning unit with a HEPA filter. HEPA stands for ‘High Efficient Particulate Air [Filter] and is more like a traditional air filter. It is a very fine mesh that prevents particles from passing through. HEPA filters are more effective—they filter 87–99% of particles on the first pass.

While health is probably the primary reason to invest in an air filtration unit, improving the quality of the air in your office or home office can actually boost productivity. 

Ergonomic Furniture 

No matter where you work from, choosing ergonomic office furniture is vital. Ergonomic furniture allows you to work comfortably throughout the day by encouraging good posture while at your office desk. You might have an excellent and even height adjustable office desk, but it is also essential to have an office chair with lumbar support, hand rests and wheels. The correct storage options will ensure the space is functional and clutter-free. To keep your laptop from overheating, you can also add accessories such as a laptop riser with a cooling vent and a desktop fan for yourself. 

Want to improve your hybrid office environment but don’t know where to start? At Codex, we want to help you take the guesswork out of shopping and enable you to shop with confidence. We have, therefore, prepared product guides for our most commonly purchased office products. Browse here.