Impact of IT

Question 1

What is cellular layout?

Answer 1

Individual office

Question 2

What is open plan layout?

Answer 2

Desks put together in an open space

Question 3

Name 2 advantages and 2 disadvantages of cellular layout

Answer 3

Privacy
Regulate heat/light to suit

Difficulty supervising
Isolation

Question 4

Name 2 advantages and 2 disadvantages of open plan layout

Answer 4

Promotes team working
Easier to supervise

Can be noisy
Increased distraction

Question 5

What is hot desking?

Answer 5

Desk that is booked prior to use and comes equipped

Question 6

What is touchdown spaces?

Answer 6

Space for short time use only for homeworkers to catch up or hand in work

Question 7

What is a meeting room/hot office?

Answer 7

Rooms that are booked for holding a private meeting

Question 8

What is sick building syndrome

Answer 8

Symptoms you get in a particular building such as an office

Question 9

What are office ergonomics?

Answer 9

Making sure employees have the correct and safe equipment to do their job comfortably

Question 10

Name 3 benefits of good office design

Answer 10

Increased productivity
Healthier employees
Stress reducer