The traditional office setup has been private offices around the perimeter with staff concentrated in the center. But since teaming is becoming an increasingly critical part of the business environment, this layout often no longer works. Employees may switch teams on a monthly basis, so workspace needs to be flexible enough to accommodate this constant state of flux. Also on the way out are large, single-purpose conference rooms that are seldom used by the number of people they were originally designed to accommodate. In their place are smaller areas that are more appropriate for teams and individuals, and for the type of work being done.
Progressive companies look to energy-saving building systems and equipment to defray the extra cost.
For more information, contact Janis Reiters or Kristin Hill at 508.650.1891 .