| Title | Consequences Of Digitalisation On Office Furniture Design |
|---|---|
| ID_Doc | 6996 |
| Authors | Simek, M; Fictum, L |
| Title | Consequences Of Digitalisation On Office Furniture Design |
| Year | 2019 |
| Published | |
| Abstract | The article describes and explains current trends in office furniture design as a result of digitalisation. The main change came about when companies switched to non-paper office, which means support for digitization through electronic documentation. Currently the office layout can be free of cabinets and bookcases as folders and other documents are not stored in paper form anymore and designers focus more on office workplaces, spaces for meetings, relax and eating zones. This trend goes hand in hand with the modified concept of part-time employees who share workplaces (students, mothers with little children or consultants). This brings cost reduction, because nowadays companies can buy less office furniture and save on office lease. These universal workplaces are listed in online reservation systems. The modern workplace that should serve various employees consists of a height-adjustable worktop (sit-stand solution) and an ergonomic chair. Each place should have lighting, acoustics, and monitor position (on adjustable arms). On most installations there are no cabinets for computer clients because employees have their own laptops and within the company they work on a server or in the cloud. Specific examples of the new type of office furniture designs are presented and explained on successful projects. |
No similar articles found.