How Have Cubicles And Workspace Design Changed In The Last 10 Years? Cubicles were first introduced in the 1960s as a way to provide employees with office space without the costs associated with traditional office build-out construction. The cubicle panels allowed these portable offices to be rearranged as headcounts change; again saving construction costs. How Read More
11 Simple Ways to Enhance the Look of Your Workplace Over the years, even the most well designed offices show signs of wear and clutter. Here are some quick tips to enhance the look of your workplace which may also help reinvigorate your employees. 1) Consolidate shared office equipment Your office may have a copier, Read More
Product Overview: Friant System 2 Cubicles Overview Friant office furniture products are well known for being high quality and low cost, making the Friant System 2 panel system a good solution for companies looking for products that will last without exceeding the budget. Their quality constructions and design aesthetics mean you won’t need to sacrifice Read More
Is Bench Desking Right for Your Office? Bench desking is a space-saving and cost-saving furniture solution for open floor plan office spaces. Work groups share the workstation and, depending on noise control and privacy requirements, bench desking can be divided by desk screens. Reduce Footprint Bench desking workstations have shared legs and frames. Since these Read More
Cubicle Customization by Job Function – Part II Did you know that your employees’ productivity is impacted by their workspace? When planning your office layout, consider which types of employees need isolation to accomplish their tasks which work best when collaborating with others, and how the office furnishings can be customized to provide the best Read More
When it Comes to Cubicles, One Size Does Not Fit All — Part I Office cubicles for sale are available in a large variety of sizes with endless combinations of customization options. Deciding how these all fit together within your office’s footprint is only one part of the planning process. You also need to determine Read More
Did You Know Remanufactured Cubicles Can Be Customized? Growing companies are increasingly tasked with setting up new office spaces on limited budgets. Those who achieve their goals of outfitting an office with quality office furnishings that are customized to their exact needs know the secret to staying on budget is to buy remanufactured cubicles. Read More
How to Decide Between New, Remanufactured and Used Cubicles If you’ve already made the decision to floor plan your office space with cubicles, the next step in your office design planning process is deciding whether to purchase new, remanufactured, or used cubicles. Below is a handy comparison chart to help weigh the pros and cons Read More
3 Questions You May Not Think to Ask When Buying Office Furniture Buying office furniture may turn into a headache if you haven’t considered the delivery details, furniture assembly, and how warranty repairs are handled. Here are a few questions you’ll be happy you asked before buying office furniture. 1) Do you offer support after Read More
Efficient and Effective Office Cubicle Configuration According to CoreNet Global, an association for corporate real estate and workplace professionals, the typical amount of office space per worker is 150 square feet. It is predicted to drop to 100 square feet by 2018. Proper planning to make the most of that space is the key to Read More
5 Critical Office Layout Considerations Your employees’ productivity, company image, and bottom line all depend on your ability to achieve the correct office layout. These five fundamental office layout principles will help ensure you get it right, regardless of the square footage you’re working with, without making costly mistakes that would be hard to correct Read More
Choosing an Office Chair — 5 Must-Have Adjustment Features Whether equipping a new facility with office chairs or upgrading your employees’ comfort with new office seating, there are a few important things you should consider to ensure you make a wise investment. Most importantly, you should carefully review the warranty for the office chairs you’re Read More
Increasing Workspace Functionality with Ergonomic Office Accessories Why is Ergonomics Important? Nearly a third of employee injury and illness is related to musculoskeletal disorders (MDS) such as pains and strains of the lower back, neck, arms and wrists. In fact, MDS is the leading cause of non-productivity in the workplace, more so even than time Read More
The Hidden Costs of Office Chairs The cost of a good ergonomic office chair is peanuts when you consider the alternatives In today’s fast-paced work environment, managers are demanding more work from fewer employees and those employees are demanding more from themselves. We are all working longer, harder and faster. And, many of us, in Read More
What Are The Biggest And Smallest Sizes For Office Cubicles? There are several advantages that office cubicles offer employers. They maximize floor space, create inexpensive workstations, and can easily be reconfigured as necessary for shared areas or individual offices. “Cubes” as they are lovingly called come in various models, sizes, and shapes. They range from Read More
The Case for Collaborative Office Design A discussion keeps going around the design industry; one that begs for an answer – does the open office design work? There are articles everywhere on the internet that have taken on the topics of workplace design: awards for designers and countless lists of tips but few really have Read More
Cubicle Crimes As we all know, any sense of privacy in a cubicle is just an illusion even though we feel it’s ours – we even have a nameplate after all! Our cube life isn’t our own and should be respected if we want to be taken seriously at work and if we want to Read More
How to Decorate a Manly Cubicle So how do you decorate your cubicle and still maintain that “manly” executive appearance? By making a statement about your own personality and making your cubicle comfortable. Here are a few tips: Black and blue in varying shades are considered man colors so these should form the base Read More
Everywhere You Look in Your Cubicle Who is that standing behind you? This factor among a few others is why a lot of people put mirrors in their office cubicles: Is someone watching you from behind while you work – perhaps your boss? Odds are you do not face your cubicle entrance since most are Read More
Shelves for Your Cubicle If you are a small, growing business, then you know how vital creating extra space can be. Cubicle shelves can help you do just that. Our shelving offers style, comfort, and utility. You are sure to benefit by adding this small addition to your office cubicle. Our shelves offer a unique Read More
