Benching is a cost-effective solution for providing quality workspace for your team while maximizing every square foot of your expensive office space. In fact, it has been estimated that benching systems use from 20 – 50 % less space when compared to traditional cubicle systems.
Benching systems are table based systems with a variety of peripheral components available to customize the various systems in order to meet the company’s needs. They allow a cluster of users to have their own dedicated space with a centralized hub for communal technology and power connections. Modular units of benching systems allow them to be reconfigured to meet changing business needs saving time and money.
Benching systems are oriented toward team workspace instead of individual spaces and as such encourage collaboration and communication between team members. This builds trust and strengthens teams which results in each employee feeling a sense of belonging. This improves morale and can lead to better performance. Benching systems also maximize space for mobile workers who work remotely and occasionally come into the office to collaborate. This type of system can be used to create a dedicated area of communal workspaces for mobile workers.
Tearing down walls does more than increase productivity, benching systems are also a more sustainable alternative to their tri-walled counterpart the cubicle. Tearing down the cubicle walls allows more natural light into each employee’s workspace which decreases the need for artificial lighting and saves energy. It also improves the efficiency of cooling and heating systems by reducing the resistance of airflow created by cubicle walls.
However, not everyone works well in such publicly visible spaces. For those individuals who require more privacy peripherals like short barriers and mobile storage units can provide the division of space and privacy they need. Additionally, if privacy or noise is a concern a company may benefit from adding a common use quiet area which can be utilized by anyone needing a private place for phone calls and conversations. This allows them to reap the benefits of a benching system while providing the privacy required for confidential conversations.
Benching offers many offices an increase in savings and productivity. Contact Green Office Furnishings to find the best prices and expert advice. Our design experts can help you explore the option of utilizing benching systems in your office. Repurposed systems and peripheral components may also be available to help your business save even more money furnishing your workspace.
This video by Groupe Lacasse shows how much can be accomplished utilizing benching systems.
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