Office layouts have changed a lot in recent years. Hybrid schedules mean many employees aren’t in the office every day, and that has made hot desking more popular.
How it works
Hot desking means employees don’t have assigned desks. Instead, they use whatever workstation is available, either first come, first served or through a reservation system organized by day or time.
The benefits
- Better use of space. When people aren’t in the office every day, assigned desks sit empty. Shared workstations can reduce the number of desks you need and free up room for meeting rooms, focus spaces or amenities.
- Lower costs. Less space and fewer workstations can reduce real estate and furniture costs.
- More interaction. Sitting in different spots encourages people to connect with colleagues from other teams.
The trade-offs
Hot desking means less personalization, and it isn’t right for every organization. Roles that handle confidential information, need specialized equipment or are in the office full-time may be better served by assigned desks. Successful hot desking also requires good planning: lockers for personal items, reliable power and technology at every desk, and fully adjustable chairs and desks so each person can get comfortable.
Thinking about a shared-desk model? Central Oregon Office Interiors can help you plan the right mix of workstations, lockers and meeting spaces. Call (541) 797-3662.