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TRENDS
in Workplace Solutions
the completion of the project. An-
other challenge we faced was the
logistics and organization of office
supplies. Realizing that each office
had its own cache of supplies proved
challenging. GSA ended up creating
a well-organized central supply room
that is monitored and used by all now.
Workplace Trends
GSA is noticing that workplaces are
becoming increasingly infused with
residential elements. For example, our
agency incorporated lounge areas scat-
tered throughout our space and what
used to be considered a lunchroom is
now a place where people can work, meet,
socialize, relax and recharge. For more tra-
ditionally minded managers, getting com-
fortable with not always being able to see
employees can be a major adjustment, but
through technology and smart office design,
finding
those people should never be an is-
sue. GSA is seeing a growing trend around
the use of small conference rooms with large
screens, teleconference abilities, etc., delivering
truly effective collaborative spaces.
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This is one of the "team neighborhoods" with 120-degree workstations
located next to drop-in conference rooms, making it easy for im-
promptu meetings or making private calls.
