ENCLOSED OFFICE
What is another name for an enclosed office?
A traditional office or cellular office.
What is an open plan office?
It is a large room where many employees work together in the same space.
What is a virtual office?
A virtual office is a business that works online and does not need a physical location.
How many people usually work in an enclosed office?
One or sometimes two people.
Give one example of an open plan office at St. Catherine High School.
The staffroom where many teachers work.
Where can someone work from in a virtual office?
From a car, house, under a tree, or anywhere with a computer and internet.
Why might someone prefer working in an enclosed office?
There is less risk of distraction
Noise is reduced
Greater control over working environment
Greater security of sensitive documents
Workers have greater privacy
Why is communication easier in an open plan office?
Because all the workers are in one area.
What is one advantage of a virtual office?
It saves money on renting office space.
Lower utility costs
Reduced overcrowding
Employees save time and money because they do not have to commute every day.
Employees can be hired no matter of their physical location
What is one problem employees might face in an enclosed office?
They can feel lonely or isolated.
What are two disadvantages of an open plan office?
There may be a lack of privacy
It can be noisy.
Sickness can be spread.
I can lead to low productivity.
It will be difficult to cater to all employees different needs.
What is one disadvantage of a virtual office?
Workers may experience difficulties with equipment.
Lack of face-to-face communication may lead to miscommunication.
Workers may feel isolated.
Workers may be distracted by home responsibilities.
Who might have an enclosed office at a school?
The Principal, Vice Principals, the Guidance Counselor or Dean of Discipline.
What are two advantages of an open plan office?
Communication is easier
Teamwork is encouraged
Can be rearranged if needed quickly
Cost effective as one room uses the lighting
Easier for managers to supervise workers.
Why do employees save time and money in a virtual office?
Because they don’t have to travel to work every day.