ORGATEC Reveals What's "In" In The Office World

Furniture World Magazine

Let's be honest, who doesn't long to have a quick nap in the office at some point of the day? If you thought the chances of having one were zero, then you're mistaken! "Power napping" is what's called for here. At ORGATEC - the leading international trade fair for offices and office furnishings - from 22nd to 26th October 2002, manufacturers will be showing the sector the office trends of tomorrow. Several companies will be presenting office chairs that can be adjusted into a siesta position in no time at all. What's more, studies have shown that a 20-minute nap increases workers' motivation and reduces the risk of making mistakesIn future, an increasing number of employees will decide for themselves whether they want to sit, lie down or stand while they work. Bearing in mind the problems that can arise as a result of sitting for long periods of time in the workplace, manufacturers have designed swivel chairs with improved ergonomic details. These range from heightadjustable backrests with integrated depth-adjustable lumbar supports to armrests with adjustable height and width settings, as well as a sliding seat with depth adjustment. The seating and standing workplace is becoming increasingly popular. Here, employees of all heights can create the best ergonomic conditions for themselves extremely quickly. Equally important are tables that can be adjusted in height from about 68 to 120 cm. These tables enable employees to perform "in-between" tasks whilst standing, thus preventing damage to their health. Not only are companies taking a new approach to office furnishings; office organization is also taking on a new form. Since part of the workforce is always away on business trips or on holiday, companies are reducing the number of workplaces. "Desk sharing" means that employees no longer have their own desks, but share one with different colleagues. Advanced furnishing systems also call for advances to be made in information and communications technology. The latest trend is bringing us cordless offices that meet these communication requirements. Whether the issue is ergonomic gadgets or future-oriented ways to organize an office, manufacturers have not forgotten that working in an office should also be fun. That's why numerous flexible, exciting and simple products will be making their debuts at ORGATEC. These products help to form a casual and relaxing atmosphere in which highly motivated employees can develop their creativity. The latest information on all aspects of ORGATEC is available on the Internet at www.orgatec.de. Here you can find, among other things, a current list of exhibitors in the "Planning your visit" section.