A well-organised workplace is a successful one - something
any office worker can attest to! Whether you run a small workspace of 20 people
or a huge, multi-level office block with over 1000 employees, organisation is
key to maximising productivity and minimising downtime. A huge part of office
organisation is, of course, storage, so finding the right office storage
solutions for your workspace is a vital step towards creating a safe, efficient
and comfortable environment.
As experts in all types of storage design and installation,
it’s safe to say that we know a thing or two about the storage solutions
available for offices. Here, we’ve put together a guide to some of the storage
types to consider using in your office space and why they’re so beneficial.
Read on for our 10 top office storage ideas!
Cupboards and cabinets
Let’s start with perhaps the most obvious office storage
solutions: cupboards and cabinets. Available in various shapes and sizes,
cupboards and cabinets offer a neat and tidy way to store documents, stationery
and IT equipment. They can help keep the office floor looking spacious and
clutter-free with doors that close and hide the items kept inside. Cupboards
and cabinets can also be designed with locks for any confidential documents or
expensive goods that you’d rather not leave out in the open.
Depending on the type of office you work in, there are also
lots of different styles of safety cabinets for goods that should be kept out
of reach. For instance, medical hygiene cabinets are available for storing
first aid kids on office floors.
Shelving
If your employees need quick and easy access to
non-confidential documents or office supplies, open shelving is an ideal
storage solution. There are many different types of shelving to choose from,
depending on your office interior design and the space you have available. For
example:
● Wall-hung
shelves may be the most suitable option for small offices with limited room.
These allow you to take advantage of the vertical space available without
requiring floor space.
● Library
shelving offers plenty of space for folders, storage boxes and K-bins. They are
also available in lots of different styles, so no matter what your office
interior, there’s an option for you.
● Mistral
shelving is another great option for offices with floor space available.
Mistral shelves are designed with lots of different sections which are perfect
for storing boxes of stationery or IT equipment.
This isn’t an exhaustive list of shelving styles, so it’s
important to talk to a dedicated storage company to see which options are
available for your office. Your choice will largely depend on the space you
have, your budget, and the types of items you need to store. However, on the
whole, open shelving is a great way to store office supplies and make it quick
and easy for employees to find what they need.
Lockers
Installing lockers is another effective way to keep your
office neat and tidy on a day-to-day basis. By simply assigning each member of
staff to a locker, you encourage them to keep their personal belongings tucked
away. They will be able to store their coats and bags in a designated locker
rather than hanging them on the backs of chairs or putting them under desks.
This is beneficial for multiple reasons. Firstly, it keeps
your office looking more organised. This can help to convey a much more
professional environment to visitors and clients. Secondly, keeping personal
belongings away from desks can prevent your employees from becoming distracted
throughout the day.
Mezzanine floors
Mezzanine floors are a brilliant storage solution for offices
of all sizes. They are a large but worthwhile investment that can transform
workspaces by maximising the vertical space available. Mezzanine floors
can be used for additional office
space (e.g. they can be turned into boardrooms or communal staff areas) or for
extra storage. If you don’t have the floor space to hold library shelving or
mistral shelving, fitting a mezzanine floor could be the solution you need.
However, be aware that fitting a mezzanine floor isn’t as
simple as ordering a cupboard or cabinet! You will need to discuss your exact
specifications with a specialist company to ensure the mezzanine complies with
all safety regulations. This is something we can do for you at Racking +
Shelving Ltd, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch with a member of our
team to discuss further.
Under-desk storage
In any office, desks take up the majority of all available
floor space. Luckily, there are many ways to take advantage of this; for
instance, you can use desks for storage, such as by fitting under-desk
cabinets. Some furniture types already come with built-in under-desk storage,
giving your employees plenty of space to store stationery, notepads and other
office supplies.
Desks with built-in cabinets are ideal, however, there are
many innovative ways to create your own under-desk storage. Sliding baskets and
cabinets on wheels are two great options which can be used to keep pens and
other items neatly tucked out of the way.
Small parts storage
While cupboards and shelves are brilliant, even keeping them
organised can be a challenge! When you have multiple employees rummaging
through the drawers on a day-to-day basis, it won’t be long before things start
getting lost. Luckily, you can avoid this by using small parts storage. This
helps you keep individual items together in one safe place, ready to be stored
in the office cupboard. Some of the small parts storage solutions you might
want to consider include:
Labels
Labels aren’t technically storage, but they’re certainly
useful to have in the office! Labels and stickers make organising supplies much
easier, so stock up and create your very own office filing system. This will
also stop your employees from storing things in the wrong place, as it’ll be
easier than ever for them to identify the right shelf or cabinet if it’s
labelled correctly.
Storage baskets
Storage baskets come in all shapes, sizes and designs, making
them a highly versatile storage option for the office. These can be tucked away
inside cupboards and cabinets or placed onto shelves to store notepads,
stationery supplies, IT equipment or anything else you use regularly at work.
Cardboard K-bins
Cardboard K-bins are a great storage solution for small
office supplies that often get lost, such as spare nuts and bolts from chairs
and desks or batteries from keyboards and computer mice. It can be a nightmare
when these small but important items go missing, so slide a couple of K-bins
onto your shelves for a hassle-free solution.
Pegboards
Pegboards are a cost-effective way to take advantage of your
office’s vertical space. Whether you use pegboards as a back panel for your
employees’ desks or you hang them on the wall, there are many great ways to
make the most of them. For example, use them to suspend wire baskets, pen
holders or shelves.
Desk tidies
Desk tidies are a must for every office. Cluttered desks can
distract your employees and affect productivity levels, so make sure every
employee is equipped with some kind of desk tidy. This could be a pen holder or
a desk caddy - whatever they need to keep their working spaces clutter-free and
looking professional.
Racking + Shelving
Ltd: High-quality storage solutions for businesses in Antrim and beyond
We understand just how important storage solutions are to
businesses. Whether you work in a small office or a large industrial warehouse,
the right storage solutions can help your employees stay organised. Storage can
also make your work environment a much safer place to be, preventing accidents
and injuries and generally making the space much more comfortable. That’s why
we’re proud to offer a range of high-quality storage solutions to businesses
across Northern Ireland.
From pallet racking to small parts storage, our
storage solutions are designed to help businesses maximise efficiency and
minimise downtime. No matter what your requirements, we can help you with
customisable solutions and a team of hard-working professionals. For more
information about our range of products for sale, please don’t hesitate to
contact
us today. We’re always happy to help.
