Corporate Flexibility Is The Key To Cubicle Etiquette

Topics:
Human Capital
Tags:
Cubicle
Source:
Society for Human Resource Management

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Overview: Those who like cubicles, however, point out some significant upsides, such as developing an open, communicative and connected staff. For employees, learning to deal may be complicated by the fact that they aren’t exactly enamored with cubicles. Only 7 percent of workers say they prefer cubicles to any other type of work environment, according to a recent study by Steelcase Inc. HR [should ask] questions about individual work needs, rather than issue edicts. It is a fact that cubicle life is noisier than office life. No matter how many acoustic tiles you install, no matter how good the layout, there will always be noise when people work side by side. Many companies install phones in conference rooms so they can serve as places for private calls; they also can serve as places for workers to meet or just get away to think quietly. Such private areas can offer a much needed respite during crunch times. Employees also need to make their cubicles places where they can work without fear of constant interruption.

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Format: HTML | Date: Feb 2000 | Pages: 1


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