By the office (in the broad sense of the word), most of us understand the premises, within the four walls of which the employer must create optimal conditions for the productive work of employees. But as practice shows, this is not always the case. Often, the real conditions at the workplace do not correspond to sanitary standards, and, therefore, contribute to a decrease in the efficiency of staff work, do not contribute to fruitful work.
In this article, we will highlight 6 important factors that most effectively affect the productivity of office workers. After reviewing them, think about it: is everything good in your company, at workplaces?
Factors affecting labor efficiency

Noise
Research conducted by Cornell University has shown that even with low noise levels in an open space, office workers experience stress and have reduced motivation. When planning to open an office with a free, partition-free layout, first of all, think about where you will place employees working in conditions of forced increased noise. Plan ahead where you will place noisy office equipment (eg printers).
Conversations
Unplanned, distracting conversations from the main activity can make up 50% of the working time. This can include phone calls, sudden visits from customers, suppliers, the incessant chatter of some colleagues … Interruptions in work associated with non-business communication can seriously affect the productivity of the team. In addition, many employees need a certain amount of time after communication to tune into a working mood.
Temperature mode
The microclimate in the office significantly affects the productivity of workers. When the room temperature rises from 20 to 25 degrees, the number of errors in the work of personnel decreases by about 40 percent. However, if it gets hotter in the office, it will also contribute to productivity losses.
Internet, social networks
Communication via messengers, social. networks, e-mails, watching videos, pictures during the day at the workplace negatively affect the quality, speed of work, lead to direct loss of time. To ensure that employees do not use the Internet for personal purposes, organize proper control over the effectiveness of employees’ use of working time when working on a computer.
Ergonomics
The design and quality of office furniture significantly affect the comfort and productivity of work. Non-adjustable, uncomfortable chairs, small tables, contribute to back pain and lead to carpal tunnel syndrome. Numerous studies show that when using adjustable, ergonomic chairs, average productivity increases by 18 percent.
Premises
The Wall Street Journal has published the results of several studies. According to their conclusions, the premises, its characteristics can affect not only productivity but also lead to a change in the style of work. So, the presence of low ceilings in the office promotes analytical thinking, on the contrary, high ceilings give an excellent impetus to abstract thinking and the disclosure of creative abilities. Indoor colors and light also lead to a change in thinking. For example, walls made in red can dull creativity, imagination, but will be an incentive for solving problems that require precision and concentration.

After reading these 6 critical factors, go to your office and look around. Is it really a room that meets sanitary requirements and standards, contributing to the productive work of staff?