How to Plan a New Office Layout

As a business owner, you may find that you need to change your office layout or move your operations to a larger space at some point to accommodate your growing company. And that’s a good problem to have! But, creating a new floor plan might seem a bit daunting; after all, there are many factors to consider. The professionals at ROS Office Furniture can help.

With many years of industry experience, our highly qualified design team can be a valuable asset to your project. Utilizing the latest CAD and GIZA software, we can help you create a new office layout to help you maximize the potential of both your space and your business.

Before you begin planning your new office layout, we suggest that you confirm the number of employees you need to accommodate, including those who require private offices and those who work remotely but may need access to a workstation in the office on occasion. Then, you’ll want to:

Take a Look at Your Current Layout

To help you identify any wasted space and opportunities to improve, create a floor plan of your current office layout, including any conference rooms, break rooms, kitchens, restrooms, lobby, elevators, and stairways. Also, consider your workflow paths. For instance, do certain departments frequently collaborate, or could a different office layout improve efficiencies? Finally, if you’re thinking about making any big changes that will impact your company culture and productivity, such as replacing walled offices with cubicles or creating an open workspace, now is the time to decide.

Map Out the Placement of Furniture

Once you’ve decided on any “big picture” changes you want to make, you’ll need to explore and select appropriate furnishings for your workplace. Using your floor plan as a guide, we can help you confirm that any workstations, desks, chairs, filing cabinets, conference room tables, and other furniture you choose will fit within the constraints of your space and facilitate appropriate interactions among your employees. By experimenting with different configurations, you can find the optimal office layout for your business.

Creating a new office layout doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact, with the right tools, it can be fun! If you’re ready to get started, contact ROS Office Furniture today. We’re the largest preowned office furniture dealer in the Midwest.