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With the renewed interest to prioritize all forms of employee health in the workplace, it’s a good idea to look into new wellness initiatives to introduce to your business. This can mean investing in office health and safety products like body temperature kiosks and HEPA-filtered air purification systems or encouraging more physical exercise through a dedicated office fitness center. After all, employee wellness is key to strong employee retention after “The Great Resignation”! Here are some new wellness initiatives you can introduce to your returning employees from our office specialists at BE Furniture. Health Education It might sound a little like going back to school, but health education is one of the best ways to empower your people to live healthier lives! Rather than covering the basics, bring in specialists regularly for talks and even classes. These can include workshops and seminars on biokinetics, nutrition, meditation, First Aid skills, yoga, and much more, covering topi...

Since unemployment benefits ran out this past fall, we all thought people would be rushing back to the office – but that just hasn’t happened. The Great Resignation is real, with 4 million Americans quitting their jobs in July 2021. This brings business owners to the following, daunting question: What on earth can I do to hire people back into the office? And it’s the right question to ask, not least of all because this type of constructive attitude is one that employees love to see. Identifying the problem within your office is step one and then figuring out a solution is the tricky part! Luckily, solving problems is a big part of what we do at BE Furniture. Why are people resigning? Americans work hard and play hard – it’s part of our ethos and our culture, and the basis of the American dream. So why exactly are people quitting their jobs, especially in such a challenging economic time? According to research, the main reasons why people are choosing to look for opportunities...

Whether it’s a traditional office cubicle system or more modernized sit-to-stand desks, each office workstation has its pros and cons. The best way to choose the right workstation really depends on factors like employee preferences, office workflow, and your industry. If you’re having trouble trying to reconfigure or replace your office workstations, here’s what our commercial interior specialists have to say about all the office workstation pros and cons. Sit-to-stand desks Sitting for too long isn’t good for our bodies, but neither is standing too long. If your employees would like to prioritize their health and wellness more in the new year, then a sit-to-stand desk may be the right option. These are fully adjustable, so that an employee can sit or stand as they work according to their task or preference. This helps reap the benefits of both options, with the desk height giving employees the ability to relax in an ergonomic position or increase their energy and circulation by ad...

  Over the last couple of years, the workplace has evolved into a very different space. As people start to return back to the office in the New Year, employers need to ensure that these spaces are hygienic, welcoming, and suited to the needs of employees. After all, when employees feel that their organizations are taking an active role in their wellbeing, they are more productive, more engaged, and less likely to move on to a new place of employment. Here are some office design ideas and initiatives on how to welcome employees back to work. Create defined breakout spaces Breakout space within the office is a modern essential. Rather than crowding around one person’s desk (disrupting people around them and creating a difficult space to work), informal groups of employees can ‘break out’ of the office into a separate space. This can be used for meeting or presentation prep, informal meetings between department representatives, brainstorming sessions – any typical meeting or di...

  A modern office needs modern work solutions, and we’ve seen some exciting innovations as companies move to hub and spoke office designs and hybrid office models to accommodate a more dynamic, distributed workforce. Touchdown stations are one of these – flexible workspace solutions that anyone can use as needed. We’ve seen a new renewed interest in touchdown stations in 2021, and we’ll see even more in 2022. Here’s a quick guide on how to create a touchdown station that is accessible, connected, and  collaborative . … Allows you to connect instantly Because these spaces are designed for employees on the go, they need to be set up so that any staff member using the station can sit down and start working as quickly as possible. After all, the easier a space is to use, the more efficient your employees will be. This applies to all types of touchdown stations, whether it is a more traditional desk setup or client meeting area, a homey lounge-type set up, or an informal space ...

As we reach nearly two years into the pandemic, it’s been interesting to see how the office design environment has evolved. Our workspaces have transformed not only to accommodate health policies and regulations, but to also embrace opportunities offered by technology and productivity innovations. Today, the office design focus has shifted from “How many people can I fit in my office space?” to “How do I make people feel more comfortable in my office space?” So, with this change in focus and hybrid work options here to stay, what are our offices going to look like in 2022? Trend #1 – Micro Offices Businesses large and small understand the benefits of remote teams but having everyone work remotely all the time just isn’t practical or efficient. Some people prefer working in the office, some jobs require you to be on-site, and some aspects of certain roles simply can’t work without face-to-face interaction. Micro offices are one way to create that balance and reap the rewards of offi...

Bigger is not always better, especially when it comes to office space. Instead of looking for a bigger building to rent, it’s important to first evaluate your current office layout. Do you really not have enough space for your employees? Or is there too much clutter in the office that takes up valuable real estate? That’s where BE Furniture in New Jersey comes into play. In this article, our team has compiled helpful office product, organization, and layout recommendations best suited for smaller commercial offices. #1 – Clear Out the Clutter Just like our homes, our office spaces can quickly get cluttered up, affecting efficiency and how you use the space. First, do a full evaluation of what’s in your office, going through files, equipment, and furnishings to work out what you and your team really need. While there are businesses that can do this for you, it’s worth considering giving your team a quiet day of work where they come in and help to declutter. #2 – Rethink Your Layou...