Are Open Plans Better Than Partitioned Offices?
Everyone knows that a happy worker is a more productive worker. When it comes to office jobs, the work environment is one of the most important factors in making an employee happy and productive. Creating this mysterious and sought after perfect environment can be tricky. Is the traditional partitioned work space the key to happiness or is it the open plan work environment that has everyone grinning? Let’s take a look at the benefits of both. Benefits of a Open Plan An open plan work space is ideal for those whose jobs involve frequent collaboration with their coworkers and managers. This ease of communication can make for a more cohesive work environment. It can also lessen tension with managers as their frequent presence makes them more available and, hopefully, less intimidating to approach. Status struggles in an open plan environment get thrown out the window when there is no coveted corner office to compete for. This translates into less resentment among coworkers about who does
