Are You Positioned for Success? How Workplace Comfort Can Boost Productivity.

If you’re like most Canadians, you spend an average of 5.7 hours a day sitting. Whether you’re in your home office or workplace, having a comfortable and supportive chair is imperative to maximize your productivity.

Throughout history, many notable people had a favourite comfortable chair that helped inspire them to do great things:

• Thomas Jefferson spent many hours in a revolving Windsor chair while preparing the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
• Author Roald Dahl had his favourite wing-back chair in which he wrote such classics as “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and “Matilda.”
• K. Rowling used a simple dining chair to write one of the most successful children’s series of all time. When it sold at auction for nearly $34 million CDN, the author autographed it, “While sitting on this chair, I wrote Harry Potter.”

JK Rowling’s dining chair that she sat on while writing Harry Potter

While many of us won’t write the next history-making document, the work we do is essential to our success and the success of our organization. Having a comfortable and supportive chair allows us to focus on what we do best, and modern advancements in chair technology have significantly reduced the physical impact of sitting for long hours.

Boost Your Bottom Line

As the workplace continues to evolve, companies are starting to understand the importance of providing their employees with the right tools and equipment. Comfort is a crucial factor in the workplace, as it can significantly impact a person’s focus, concentration, circulation, and overall job satisfaction. In turn, this can help boost a company’s productivity. According to a review by the Washington State Department of Labour and Industries, companies experienced a 25% increase in productivity by implementing ergonomic solutions at the workplace.

Conversely, if a person is uncomfortable, they are more likely to experience physical discomfort, fatigue, and decreased mental sharpness. Most workplace injuries are not the result of slips or falls but daily repetitive strain. Studies show that 40% of these injuries are a result of sprains and strains and are easily avoidable.

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Customizable ergonomic chairs target the major pain areas that workers experience, including neck, back, arms and legs. These chairs provide optimal comfort and support, with features such as adjustable armrests, lumbar support, and a flexible backrest, allowing people to work longer without experiencing discomfort.

When you add up the benefits of ergonomic office chairs – greater productivity, reduced workplace injuries, better employee morale – the numbers speak for themselves. By prioritizing your employees’ comfort, you’re making a strategic investment in your success.