Is the pile on your desk taller than you are? With a few exceptions (very, very few exceptions), most employees thrive in a clean and functional workspace. Achieving that goal—a clean and functional business—is not one that comes without continual effort and work:
- Keep your common areas and warehouse organized. This is as simple as having separate bins for your paper supplies, designated spaces for products and clean countertops. Make sure that you have the proper shelving and amount of shelving to accommodate functional organization of your products and supplies.
- Designate cleaning duties. Be clear about who is responsible for cleaning up clutter in common areas such as by the printer and in the warehouse. Regularly clean during slow times to keep the clutter to a minimum.
- Preventative maintenance & cleaning. Regular preventative maintenance and cleaning can not only keep the office and warehouse clean, but also prevent disrepair and breakdowns that can cause future shut downs and problems.
- Hire professional cleaners. This can be done in one of two ways: by hiring an employee or professional cleaning service. Base your decision on payroll costs, training and orientation expenses and benefits versus the fixed cost of a cleaning service. Factor in the amount of work that needs to be done to keep your building and office clean. A professional cleaning service can perform as much—or as little—as you need done.
- Purge excess items. While it’s tempting to keep extra parts “on hand” for future use, make sure you throw away parts and items that are not going to be used. If you don’t, the excess inventory can build up over time, jeopardizing your organization and minimizing your usable space.
The good news is that creating a clean and functional workspace is not a goal that needs to be accomplished alone. Contact a reputable, local commercial cleaning company in southeastern Wisconsin for information about pricing and scheduling so you can achieve your goal of a clean and functional business.
