8 Reasons why to implement an Archiving strategy

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In today’s digital world we’re all striving to create a paperless workplace, but it can prove challenging.  Introducing a document management process is a great way to start removing those pesky papers and documents!  Whether your workplace is looking to build a Data Management policy, have a clutter free office or reduce floor space premiums, we’re going to show you 8 reasons why implementing a document archiving strategy could be a great step to take.

We push data to the cloud, google drives, one drives, so why not store your archiving documents in a secure document retrieval system for safe keeping and instant access?

All documents are vulnerable to being destroyed, lost or corrupted (if digital), either maliciously, be accident, or by a natural disaster, such as a flood or fire.  With electronic documents these can be compromsed by security threats.  

Take a look at 8 reasons why archiving is a positive step to introduce in your workplace.

1) EFFICIENCY

When you receive a request for data you can confidently confirm the delivery time frames when you have a document management system in place.  Documents are indexed and given an individual identification code.  Documents are then boxed up and sent for storage in a secure warehouse and are then ready to be retrieved when a request is submitted for either the physical documents or digital copies.  

2) AUDIT REQUESTS – STRESS FREE

Documents can be located with ease and you can have them securely delivered to your office or digitally within set time frames.

3) MORE SPACE

Once you have decluttered and organised your off-site archiving you will have more space to future proof for growth or possibly downsize.

4) CONSIDER DOWNSIZING OFFICE SPACE

If you have a considerable amount of space now available and over multiple floors it might be possible to consider downsizing which will save your business money.

5) GO PAPERLESS

Implementing an digital archiving strategy can form part of your journey to reduce the need for paper onsite and helps you adhere to data protection regulations. You will also remove the possibility of losing data due to natural disasters from water or fire when its in a digital format. Shredding onsite is also possible with the use of a mobile shredding truck which can shred up to 3 tonnes of paper an hour and can also securely destroy IT equipment and media (compliant to EN15713 standard).

6) SCAN BACK SERVICE – A GREENER WAY

A scan-back service is a greener alternative to traditional vehicle based document retrieval. The scan-back service offers digital access to documents, which will help reduce labour costs and increase productivity and of course less Co2 emissions.  The steps include logging into a portal to view your documents, you identify and request your files (searching using index numbers and other metadata) and the provider locates your documents to scan and return it the same day.  A scan on demand service also provides a full audit trail to show who has interacted with a document, when and its delivery status. You can also add in restrictions to who can access certain documents for added levels of security.

7) PROOF OF DESTRUCTION

A certificate of destruction is provided for any records that are shredded after a scanning project if the hard copies are no longer required or when documents are no longer required to be stored.  

8) SECURELY STORED

No more storing your files in a cupboard!  With a records management provider your files are secure from the start.  Collection and delivery is via lorries fitted with security trackers and documents are then scanned in and held within state-of-the-art, purpose built, storage premises which are climate controlled, with 24/7 security and CCTV in place for peace of mind. Don’t forget to check your provider has records management acreditations including ISO27001 (compliance for information security) and ISO9001 (compliance for quality management systems) as a minimum.

If your business would like to discuss implementing a Records Management System for your workplace, click here. 

 

Quills Strengthens its FM and Project Offering

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Quills Facilities Management service is going from strength to strength with the addition of Formation Group to now offer a full facilities and project service for our clients. We are pleased to announce the amalgamation of Quills FM and Formation Group to form Quills FM Ltd.

Formation Group established in 2003, are an experienced and trusted commercial interiors provider who have delivered an array of public and private sector interior projects from small works, to larger scale fit-outs, refurbishments and design and builds.

 

Quality Assurance

Formation Group’s investment in quality assurance ensures projects achieve the highest possible standards. ISO9001 accredited for Quality Management Systems, ISO14001 for Environmental Management Systems and Construction Line Gold status have resulted in and have helped secure positions on Tier 1 supply chains.

Managing Director Andy Efstathiou said “this is a fantastic venture that combines the software, service and experience of Quills FM with the management team of Formation Group to provide a powerhouse offering in the FM arena. We look forward to working with Paul and his team to build an industry leading offering.”

Operations Director Paul Atkinson said “We’re delighted to be joining forces with Quills Group. Our shared vision of disrupting traditional models through investment in automation and digital transformation was an important factor and enables us to take a compelling, combined proposition to our clients. We look forward to working with Andy, Adam, Tom and the wider Quills team, to develop and strengthen our client offering in the FM and projects sector”.

Quills can still provide a wide range of planned compliance services supporting single and multi-site locations and all works are carried out to the strictest safety standards.

Quills facilities management software keeps track of your planned compliance maintenance jobs, manages your assets and can provide tailored reports too. You can track the progress of jobs via our smart facilities management software to ensure quotes, invoices, before and after images and guarantees are all in one place

For further information on Quills FM click here or email us at hello@quillsuk.co.uk

 

 

Quills Celebrates 25th Anniversary

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In addition to the Queens Jubilee Anniversary, Quills has a celebration of its own, as the business celebrates 25 years of trading this June 2022.

With this in mind, we thought we’d take a little trip down memory lane for those of you that don’t know the Quills story and how the business began.

Quills was started by Managing Director Andy Efstathiou at the tender age of 22 working in his parent’s front room in Surrey in 1997.  He recalls working at the dining room table with a telephone, fax machine and a pad and pen.  These humble beginnings then lead onto Andy making a small office in his parent garage, then moving into small business premises in West Croydon, then onto a business park in South Croydon and finally onto Spitfire Business Park in Croydon where the business resides today.

On this journey Andy’s best friend Adam Benbow joined the team and additional family members came onboard to support the entrepreneur. Sales Director Tom Davinson joined Quills over 15 years ago and is still with company today, along with Adam who is now the Operations Director.

Many changes have happened over the years since the business started out selling business supplies back in 1997.  The goal had always been to provide more services to ensure Quills could grow and be a trusted purchasing partner for its clients.  Quills Group, Office Solutions became the new trading name as the solutions and service offering grew to include:-

  • Furniture & Fit Out’s
  • Facilities Management
  • Managed Print Services
  • Cleaning & Hygiene Services
  • Shredding, Recycling and Waste Management
  • Print & Design
  • Branded Promotional Gifts & Event Supplies
  • PPE Supplies
  • Coffee & Beverage Solutions
  • Archiving

During the last decade, Quills growth strategy saw the business complete 7 acquisitions where the internal team pulled together to ensure data, employee transfers and the customer journey was as smooth as possible.  Take a look at the acquisition timeline below.

  1. December 2021 – Control Office Supplies
  2. October 2019 – UOE
  3. January 2019 – Evolution Office Supplies
  4. May 2018 – William West
  5. February 2017 – Rebel Office Supplies
  6. October 2016 – Business Essentials
  7. July 2011 – Codex Southern Ltd

When asked what the next 5 years will hold for Quills, Managing Director Andy Efstathiou said “We will continue our focus on products and services that do not have a negative impact on the environment to support our customers with their sustainability targets. We’ve also seen our Facilities Management division expand over the last two years and we will continue to focus in this area and ensure we have great response times and an even wider network of experts to support our clients with their maintenance needs throughout the year. We hope to continue our growth, ensuring customers are aware of our additional services and we will continue to streamline our IT infrastructure.  Supporting our employees work life balance will also continue and we will be raising further awareness on our rewards programme where we can help our clients to support their local community or our environmental Plant a Tree programme.

After a challenging two years we are now looking forward to the future and seeing more employees return to the workplace.”

 

A guide to buying office furniture

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Buying office furniture is trickier than you’d think. It has to appeal to a large number of people, at the same time as being functional, ergonomic and comfortable, which means the buying process is not always a straightforward one.

This article explains everything you’ll need to know to ensure your office reflects your brand, is a motivating environment for your staff to work in, and will also impress clients and visitors.

 

Modern office furniture

These days there is a lot more to office furniture than just desks, chairs and filing cabinets. In fact, technology has enabled the majority of offices to get rid of filing cabinets altogether! Modern office furniture is innovative, has been designed around the different needs of today’s businesses and offers a huge range of possibilities for the way we work. For example, sit-stand desks have been developed to help our health and wellbeing, acoustic booths and meeting pods give us more privacy if we need to work quietly or have a one-to-one with a colleague, breakout furniture gives us somewhere to go and relax during our breaks, and glass partitions can create stylish meeting spaces without reducing the amount of natural light in the rest of the office.

Space planning and creating zones

The way you use your office space may need to change in order to reflect the post-lockdown move to hybrid and remote working. Begin by considering the different kinds of spaces or ‘zones’ you need, such as breakout areas, meeting rooms or meeting pods, or areas where staff can work quietly. When considering these areas, make sure you also take into account ease of access to communication for your telecoms, internet and charging points. This can also be built into some meeting room tables within hidden AV panels.

You must also take general office facilities into account, such as ventilation, printing, recycling, kitchen and refreshment facilities.

It is really important to take your time and pay attention to detail when planning your space. It will be a good idea to invest in the services of an interior design specialist who can draw up detailed CAD plans for designs and layouts that suit the needs of your business within your available budget. So decide what furniture you will need and then seek the advice of a space planning expert to ensure you can fit the desired items into the space available before purchasing anything! Many items are built to order and can’t always be returned, especially when they have been made in your chosen fabric and colour which might not be a standard finish… so ask about this too.

What are the longer-term plans of your business?

When planning your office refit, you need to take your business plan into account and allow for growth. By understanding your future staffing needs, you can make sure there’s adequate space and furniture provision for them now. This will help you minimise the expense and business interruption and ensure all your items match.

Create a clutter-free office

Storage is a hugely important part of planning your office refit, especially if space is limited. Begin by working out how much storage you’ll need and what type. You can free up a lot of space by using archive solutions that store physical documentation off-site, allowing you to make your office clutter free and a more attractive environment to work in. Alternatively, create digital archives so your company can be truly paperless.

For other storage needs such as wall storage, cabinets, cupboards, bookcases and personal lockers, there is a wide range of attractive and clever office furniture solutions that will enhance the look and feel of your work space, at the same time as helping you keep it tidy and clutter free.

 

Consider COVID-safe working

Unfortunately, COVID-19 doesn’t seem to be going anywhere fast so we’ll always have to take it into consideration. Taking steps to ensure your office premises are as COVID needs to be part of your office refit planning.
It’s a given that ventilation and sanitising stations need to be incorporated into your design plans, including testing areas if necessary, as well as facilities that allow your visitors, staff and cleaners to safely dispose of any hygiene waste. There are additional facilities that you can add to increase on-site safety, such as air purifiers, protective screens and antimicrobial surface protection which protects surfaces 24/7 for 12 months.

Office colour scheme

Office furniture doesn’t have to be boring and comes in many different colours, including bright colours and pastels. This means you can make your space look more cheerful as well as match it with your company’s brand colours, whether you want to project a professional, traditional, fun or creative tone. So, when it comes to meeting booths, storage units, chairs and desks, remember they come in a variety of colours, but these can also include traditional white, grey and black as well as wood finishes such as beech, oak and walnut.

 

Recycle or donate?

If your old office furniture still has some life in it, don’t just throw it away – we could help you find a new home for it. It may be that you could donate your old office furniture to your local authority or a local school, depending on the quantity and condition of it. Alternatively, if your office furniture has seen better days, we can help you recycle it so it can be put to good use as something new, rather than it heading to landfill. It’s the right thing to do, and it’ll also help your company’s sustainability targets.

Installation

It may seem an obvious point to make, but if any decorating has to be done, wait until the painters have finished and are off-site before you install your new office furniture!

Assembled or flat-packed?

Assembled office furniture is the easiest and least disruptive option, but before you order it, make sure it will fit through your doors and can be manoeuvred through your site to its designated area. If this is going to be logistically challenging, then flat-packed furniture may be the better option. We have a team available to build and install your furniture, so do click for a quote or ask your Interiors Consultant.

Guarantees

All office furniture comes with a minimum guarantee of at least one year. However, some providers will guarantee some of their furniture for five or even ten years, so always find out how long any furniture you’re interested in is guaranteed for – it might help you decide between one range and another.

Contact us to discuss your office furniture, design and installation needs for your next project.

 

How your office layout can reduce your carbon footprint?

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How can your office layout reduce your carbon footprint?

A carbon footprint measures greenhouse gases that are released from carrying out activities and can be applied to a business. Greenhouse gases (GHG) slot into two compartments, those that occur naturally and those that are produced from human activities.

  • Natural gases include carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide and water vapour
  • Synthetic gases include fluorinated gases that are produced from human activities

When greenhouse gases are released, they are harmful to the environment as they trap heat under the Earth’s atmosphere, also known as the ‘greenhouse effect’. This can result in global warming and climate change which can be detrimental to our ecosystems and environment.

By reducing our carbon footprint, we can help reverse these effects and push towards a healthier planet with cleaner air and brighter skies and it can also do wonders for your pocket.

To launch a practical plan on how to reduce the carbon emissions of your business, you need to first understand the key contributors to GHG emissions.

What are the main contributors to GHG emissions in an office?

An ambitious strategy to reduce your carbon footprint starts with identifying tangible contributors to GHG emissions, such as equipment and furniture and non-tangible elements, such as procurement strategies and office layout. Reviewing your supply chain can help identify responsible suppliers that believe in upholding sustainable standards and make informed business decisions based on environmental and social impact.

The main considerations of GHG emissions in an office include:

Energy consumption – The burning of fossil fuels to generate energy is often the largest cost for a business after rent or mortgage payments. The average commercial building will consume energy to operate systems, such as:

  • Lighting
  • Ventilation
  • Hot water
  • Heating
  • Fixed appliances (fridge, kitchen hob, dishwasher) and portable appliances (kettle, fan, computers)

As UK inflation rises to a 30-year record high, squeezing the cost of living, UK businesses are battling an unprecedented energy crisis as energy bills surged following Ofgem’s £693 price cap increase. In addition to reducing your carbon footprint, it is in the best financial interests of your business to reduce energy usage as this could otherwise create serious cash flow problems.

Supply chain – The suppliers that you choose will contribute to your overall carbon footprint, from the fumes generated from delivering a product to your office, to the materials sourced to produce office furniture.  The frequency of orders placed is also relevant and it’s good to plan ahead and order once or twice a month if you can instead of weekly.

Office maintenance – The use of long term cleaning solutions,  recycling waste, using heat free printers and regularly servicing equipment within the office can all help to reduce the carbon footprint of your business.

Although you may not be able to completely phase out practices that generate GHG emissions entirely, there are paths that you may be able to take to reduce carbon dioxide output and offset emissions, such as using cleaner energy sources and supporting carbon offset charities.

 

How to reduce carbon footprint by reviewing your office layout

Businesses are urged to reduce their carbon footprint by making responsible decisions when operating office space. This may include reviewing how floorspace is used or checking for sustainability in supply chains.

Here are some top tips on how to structure your office floor plan to reduce carbon footprint:

Heat exposure – By positioning heat sources to maximise heat exposure, you will use less energy, reduce heating bills and drive down carbon emissions. Radiators should be positioned in the coldest spot in the room, such as under a window. Heat sources will determine how the office layout is structured to ensure that heat travels, rather than being trapped, such as behind furniture.  Choosing from a variety of radiator styles and materials can also increase heat output and heat flow.

Heating controls – You can substantially reduce energy consumption by better regulating office temperature and setting a minimum and maximum temperatures, this ensures the office doesn’t overheat or underheat. Personal heaters are highly inefficient and can also contribute to irregular hot spots in the office, so workplaces should control their usage or even consider their removal.

Power usage – Encourage behavioural changes to reduce power usage and mitigate the settings of office technology to eliminate the unnecessary and inefficient use of energy.  The message is simple – ‘switch it off’ as you leave the office.

Floorspace use – Recognise that larger offices require more energy and therefore, you must review opportunities to ensure that office space is used efficiently. You can do this by asking teams to re-double their efforts to reduce storage and maximise the use of floorspace. Alternatively, if you feel you need to downsize your office, you could look to rent some office space instead.

The opportunities will vary based on the set-up of your office, although the message will remain the same – to make every decision with reducing your carbon footprint in mind. Every small change can result in downsizing your carbon footprint, and therefore, cutting the damaging effect of greenhouse gases on the planet.

For further information click here or email us at hello@quillsuk.co.uk

Switch to eco print technology for a sustainable future

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Printing the eco way

Sustainability is an important driving factor within industries across the board and will continue to guide and influence all aspects of technology. Businesses are moving towards a greener and more environmentally efficient operations and printer manufacturers are no exception.

One of the things that we can change is how we consume energy. Burning fossil fuels to create electricity produces vast amounts of CO2 and switching to heat-free technology will lower your power consumption. If every business in the UK made the switch to Epson Business Inkjet printers, the reduction in CO2 would be equivalent to the volume absorbed by at least 5 million trees.

Laser versus Inkjet Printers

Viewing laser and inkjet printers, there are no obvious differences in appearance; however, within the inside of the printers there is a vast difference. Epson inkjet printers use heat-free technology and standard printers use lasers which involve several steps, plus a high level of energy is needed to heat the toner and ultimately fuse it to the paper. 

Thermal Inkjets 

 

Thermal inkjets are another printing choice and yet again the process incorporates complex phases and requires heat to ensure prints are completed. Epson’s heat-free solution, unlike the other options, doesn’t require heat in the ink ejection process. Rather, this technology involves pressure to the element which flexes back and forward, firing ink from the printhead.

Benefits of the Epson heat-free inkjet printers

This eliminates most of the physical waste involved in printing when compared to comparable colour laser printers. But that’s just the start. It also significantly reduces time and hassle, helping you to meet your environmental goals and improve productivity by providing the benefits of a distributed printer fleet.

Firstly the super-high-yield ink supply units print up to 84,000 pages between ink changes. The Ecotank ink is different from regular ink cartridges that carry 2-year expiration dates because the ink in a regular cartridge is soaked into a sponge which can dry out. Ecotank ink is squirted into a chamber where it remains until it is used. For it to dry out, it would have to evaporate, so it’s highly unlikely. No big ink cartridges are required, just small ink  bottles to fill the tank which means less storage, less waste, and they are up to 23% quieter.  They really are the green printing alternative. 

The heat-free printing is high speed and therefore time-saving. With no warm-up required, the printer can go as soon as it’s switched on or woken from sleep mode. Epson heat-free technology uses up to 83% less energy and up to 92% less CO2 than laser technology, saving both energy and money on running costs. 

Epson heat-free inkjet printers offer improved reliability and significantly reduced downtime meaning productivity stays high. Heat-free inkjet printers use fewer parts which result in fewer replacements being needed.

 

When it’s time to review your printer fleet, do get in touch.

 

Why you should consider an Air Purifier for the Office?

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With the effect of the global pandemic from the initial strain, to the Delta and Omicron variants, ventilation and indoor air quality has never been more important. With all the varying information regarding air purifiers, purchasing one can seem quite overwhelming but don’t worry, we’ve de-mystified everything that you need to know to help you find the perfect solution.

What is an air purifier?

An air purifier cleans the air through the use of a filter, or filters removing contaminants and pollutants such as dust, pollen, smoke and dangerous airborne viruses and bacteria. Air purifiers also help to reduce the chances of health issues caused by air pollutants, such as respiratory problems, neurological problems or the aggravation of asthma.

Typically, filters are made of paper, fibre, fibreglass or mesh and they require regular replacement to maintain efficiency. Other filters are reusable and will need regular washing for optimal usage. 

Air purifiers help to reduce the spread of Covid-19

Germs and pollutants thrive indoors due to the lack of circulation, meaning rooms that have poor ventilation can become a breeding ground for bacteria and viruses. Specific air purifiers with the HEPA filter have been proven to reduce airborne viruses such as Covid-19.  A HEPA filter can remove 99.97% or more of airborne particles that are sized 0.3 microns and larger…these filters can be effective in removing Covid-19 particles within the air.

How to choose the right indoor air purifier? 

Every air purifier has different factors and features that affect its usage and its effectiveness against domestic pollution, so before buying an air purifier for your workspace it’s important to compare the features to ensure it can meet your requirements. 

A good air purification system can clean the air of viruses, bacteria, allergens, and VOC’s (volatile organic compounds).

Reviewing the filtration levels is also an important factor when considering which air purifier will be right for your indoor space. Take a look below to view some of the key criteria to look out for when purchasing an air purifier:-

  • CADR (clean-air delivery rate) rating – This calculates the rate at which the purifier extracts dust and pollen.
  • Clean air changes per hour – Airflow rate relative to the room size and depends on the quantity of people in a room and environment but between 3 and 6 is recommended and up to 10 in places such as hospitals.
  • Speed of aerosol reduction – SAGE suggest in their paper Ventilation Actions summary that if there are 6 air changes per hour, 95% of contaminants in the air would be removed in 30 minutes.
  • Size guidelines – For high efficiency, get the right model for your room size. Opt for a model that is designed for a larger space. Consult with your supplier and ask for assistance calculating which models are suitable for your space and how many purifiers you will require to improve ventilation and air quality.
  • Efficiency of filters – HEPA Filters – HEPA13 and HEPA14 have the highest filtration for viruses and are an industry standard for quality air purifiers.  They are effective at removing the smallest of particles like dust, dander, pollen, mould and other common allergens that can be found in the work place. 
  • Carbon filters – These make a considerable difference to the removal of odours within a room.
  • Filter only or filter and decontamination?  Some air cleaners are filter only and some decontaminate any bacteria or viruses that have been drawn into the filters using a steronizer, heat or ultraviolet light.
  • UV Light –  As mentioned above, some filters will capture airborne particles and some will go to the next step and have a process to kill bacteria and viruses using a heat decontamination or UV light process.
  • Intelligent Sensors – Some air purifiers have built in sensors which scan a room and will automatically commence air cleaning when air quality drops and other units will notify you when air quality falls below a set figure. 
  • Location – Being able to correctly locate an air purifier is essential for high function, since most air purifiers have an intake near the front of the machine, you will want the unit to be in a suitable position to access key parts of the room close to the occupants or have more than one unit to ensure it has access to the many airborne particles.
  • Portable – Consider where you would like the air cleaner to be located and if it would help to be portable.  Wall mounted, table top and floor standing machines are available and you can also purchase units on wheels.
  • Noise Level – 68 dB or below is considered safe and all air purifiers will have the noise level within the description and normal conversation is around 60bD https://www.commodious.co.uk/knowledge-bank/noise/measuring-levels
  • Cost – Units can range from £100 to a few thousand pounds.
  • Maintenance – Filter change frequency is typically annually or every six months. Some can be carried out in-house and some will require a professional to remove and change the filter. Typically, the higher than fan speed, the more maintenance will be required.
  • Air Quality Monitoring & Reporting – Air quality reporting can be provided for some models which may be useful for potential litigation purposes.
  • Environmental impact of the unit – All air purifiers will have an impact on the environment, however, finding one that has features that will lower that impact can be important.
  • Testing & certification – Check what laboratory testing has been carried out and some manufacturers have white papers on their products.

We hope the above has provided some useful tips to consider before purchasing an air cleaner for your indoor setting. To find out more about air purifiers and lease plans, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

How will your office change in 2022?

How will your office change in 2022?

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As companies have returned to the office, it’s become clear that hybrid working may be here to stay, with a mixture of days working from home and days in the office. It’s safe to say that the face of the working world has changed for good, and hybrid working looks like it’s here to stay. So, how will this change your office space in 2022?

Comfort Office Furniture

Most people tend to invest time and effort into making their office or workspace as comfortable and pleasant as possible. In 2022 this will increasingly be reflected in office buildings themselves. Take a more human, ‘interior’ design approach to the office by investing in comfortable furniture made from soft, flexible materials, and choosing calming colour palettes. Remember to take into consideration the air quality and temperature of the office too. The look is to make the office space feel more home from home rather than formal.

Providing your employees with a workspace that is as warm, enjoyable and as human as possible will mean that they can focus on their productivity and creative ideas, both at home and in the office.

Comfortable office furniture

Flexibility Home Office Furniture

When working from home, employees often like to switch between rooms. For example, you might have one room in your home that you prefer for video calls as it’s quieter and more formal, and one more cosy, relaxed room that you take your laptop into when you are carrying out individual work.

This is something that is now beginning to be reflected in the office, with formal meeting spaces alongside more relaxed collaborative spaces or soundproof areas where people can go to focus by themselves without interruption. The aim here is to provide your employees with options to help them work efficiently, as different people work well in different environments.

Flexible office furniture

Professional Video Conferencing

Many companies are finding that high quality video conferencing is just as important as it was during the height of the pandemic, if not more so. Evidence shows that video meetings improve productivity by 50%, and 90% of people find it easier to get their point across. With increased flexibility in terms of hybrid working, there will often be different combinations of people working in the office versus at home each day, so high quality video calls are essential to enable teams to collaborate with ease.

Within 2022 we will start to see more spaces dedicated specifically to video conferencing. Employers need to think about creating spaces with the perfect lighting, backdrop and sound settings for video calls. People want to feel confident while they are on video, so concentrate on soft, flattering lighting that reduces glare from glasses.

Video Conferencing

The Mews collection

The Mews landscape habitats are a fantastic solution to the requirements of today’s workplace. They offer a range of different ‘pod’ workspaces, each designed for different purposes, including video conferencing, one-to-one meetings, collaborative spaces and private, and soundproof spaces for individual work. They are modular structures that are highly functional, yet are also easy to update or modify.

Pod workspaces are quite commonplace nowadays in offices; however, these can often be rigid, uncomfortable and even claustrophobic. Design have succeeded in creating a flexible workspace that is aesthetically pleasing, comfortable and inspiring.

To find out more about workplace furniture solutions or the Mews Collection, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.