How is a clean office going to increase worker productivity?
A clean office is important for the happiness and productivity of your employees. Numerous studies have shown that a clean and organized work environment can lead to:
- Improved focus
- Higher job satisfaction
- Increased productivity
- And thus, increased profitability
Would you like more productive workers?
Remember the phrase, “a cluttered desk is a cluttered mind?”
Not everyone agrees with this notion.
“If a cluttered desk is a sign of a cluttered mind, of what, then, is an empty desk a sign?”
– Albert Einstein
However, resent research is saying something different.
In 2017, a study from the Netherlands found that a cleaner office “correlates significantly with a higher perceived productivity of employees working in office environments…”
and
“cleanliness correlates significantly with a higher work satisfaction level…”
A significant correlation was found between the satisfaction of employees, and their productivity and as you might guess, “higher satisfaction leads to a higher perceived productivity.”
While this study is just one example, there are many like it, and small and large businesses alike can benefit from it.
How do I improve workplace hygiene?
The WELL Building Institute recommends focusing on 7 areas. Notice how they relate to basic human survival. Take a look:
Air
Cleaner air in the workplace is associated with up to 10% increased employee productivity.
Water
Access to clean, refreshing water can help keep your employees hydrated and energized.
Nourishment
Providing access to healthy food options can help to improve the overall health and well-being of your employees.
Light
Appropriate lighting design can reduce eye strain and visual fatigue, which will help people maintain higher performance.
This is especially true for computer based jobs.
Fitness
Encouraging physical activity and providing amenities such as a gym or walking trails can help to improve the overall health and well-being of your employees.
Comfort
Encouraging physical activity and providing amenities such as a gym or walking trails can help to improve the overall health and well-being of your employees.
Mind
A positive and supportive work culture can help to improve the mental health and well-being of your employees.
For more information, check out WELL
Keeping a clean and organized office is a no-brainer. But let’s be real, who has time for all that dusting and vacuuming?
If you’re struggling to keep up with the cleaning needs of your office, consider hiring a professional cleaning company like Focus Window Cleaning.
Our team of experts will leave your office sparkling and fresh, so you can focus on running your business (and impressing your coworkers with your mad cleaning skills).
P.S. Don’t worry, our cleaners are trained to handle even the messiest of offices. No judgement here!
Citations:
Horrevorts, M., Van Ophem, J. and Terpstra, P. (2018), “Impact of cleanliness on the productivity of employees”, Facilities, Vol. 36 No. 9/10, pp. 442-459. https://doi.org/10.1108/F-02-2017-0018
