Normal, everyday life is filled with a lot of sitting these days. We sit in our cars, we sit at our desks, we sit at the kitchen table, and we sit on our couches. Most of us have to actively seek out exercise by joining a gym or attending exercise classes because our regular days are so sedentary. This shift toward more sitting and less regular movement has only been increasing over the years.

We’re meant to move; our ancestors spent days hunting down large animals, and later, working in fields and factories, on their feet nearly the entire day. While it’s not necessary to have quite that level of daily activity, the evidence is clear that not getting enough regular movement can have some unwanted effects on our health and put us at risk for diseases like high blood pressure and diabetes. A sedentary lifestyle can also be draining on your energy levels and mood.

That’s why sit stand desks are the perfect solution to the issue of sedentary office work. They allow you to move throughout the day. You’re not forced to remain standing, nor are you bound to a day of sitting. You can work comfortably by continuously changing positions and adjusting your desk and other equipment to fit your body. 

 

Too much sitting has many health risks

Sitting for long periods of time, like at a desk all day, has a number of health risks. According to the Mayo Clinic, “they include obesity and a cluster of conditions — increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist and abnormal cholesterol levels — that make up metabolic syndrome. Too much sitting overall and prolonged periods of sitting also seem to increase the risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer.” The other less deadly side effects of sitting all day include muscle and joint discomfort, soreness in the back and neck, varicose veins, and weight gain.

 

There are also mental and emotional side effects

New research shows that sitting all day “not only carries a physical toll, but may also increase risks of mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression,” according to the Association for Psychological Science. The study found that employees who spend most of the day seated had higher rates of anxiety and depression compared to employees who had more active jobs.

The same study also found that physical activity outside of work hours didn’t protect sedentary workers from the negative effects of sitting. “If people sat for most of the workday, even if they were physically active and getting exercise in their off-hours, they still showed relatively higher rates of anxiety and depression symptoms than did workers who sat for less than 3 hours a day.” The negative effects of sitting can’t be undone through exercise alone. We have to reduce the amount we sit in order to really protect our bodies and minds.

 

The solution: a sit stand desk (and other ergonomic equipment)

Sit stand desks allow those who are typically bound to a desk during the workday to swap some of their sitting hours for standing hours. Height adjustable workstations allow you to move throughout the day so you’re not spending too much time sitting or standing (because there are also some negatives to standing too much). 

The right kind of sit stand desk will have a wide range of adjustability and can adjust to your specific height and proportions. One that reminds you to change positions throughout the day will help you get into the habit of sitting and standing while you work (like Sentinel, Sierra HX, or Fundamentals with the new bluetooth switch).

Combine your sit stand desk (or your standing desk converter on top of your regular desk) with other ergonomic equipment to ensure you can work comfortably all day long. A monitor arm will help you put your screen(s) in the right position, and an anti-fatigue mat will make standing more comfortable and active. Practicing good posture is also important to ensure you get the most of your ergonomic office equipment.

 

Other ways to be more active in your daily life

Once you’ve started standing more at work, try adding other activity into your day. Take breaks to stretch at your desk or go for a walk outside during your lunch hour. Opt for the stairs over the elevator. Have your colleagues join you in being more active by holding walking meetings or standing huddles. Sign up for an exercise class and bring a friend to keep you motivated. If you can, walk or ride your bike to work or to run errands rather than driving. In your leisure time, try active hobbies like gardening, hiking, or cycling. Whatever you enjoy, just try to add some more movement to your day and you’ll be set up for a healthy, active life.

So you’ve found yourself working from home and you don’t have the ergonomic setup you may have at work. Here are some guidelines for working in the seated position.

Slouching can lead to discomfort, fatigue, and back ache. To properly sit:

• Make sure your feet are resting firmly on the floor
• The depth of your chair should allow for your knees to extend beyond the edge of your seat
• Your thighs should be approximately parallel to the floor
• Arrange commonly used items so they are easily in reach
• Forearms should be parallel to the floor and approximately 90 degrees from upper arms
• Your wrists, neck, & head should be in a relaxed, neutral position; not angled up or down
• The distance between your eyes and the monitor should be approximately arm’s-length, or at least 18″
• The top third of the computer screen should be positioned at or below eye level

With proper posture, you can work ergonomically no matter where you’re working.

Learn more at workriteergo.com/ergonomics

You may have suddenly found yourself working from home and are quickly realizing that your home office is not nearly as comfortable or ergonomic as your regular office. Don’t worry! We’ve prepared a quick and easy checklist for creating an ergonomic workspace no matter where you’re working. Just follow this basic set up guide to create a more ergonomic and productive home office.

 

Sit Stand Desk / Standing Desk Converter

The most important thing you can do for yourself is move on a regular basis. Your workstation should allow you to make frequent adjustments, and alternate between sitting and standing throughout the day. 

Most of us don’t have sit stand desks at home (lucky you, if you do!), so we have to improvise. We’ve seen some crazy makeshift sit stand situations — like balancing your laptop on a pile of books — but we have a better solution… the Standing Desk Converter (**sounds of angels singing**). These babies will save your life when working from home because they’re extremely easy to install, basically just set it on top of any desk or table, and they have a wide range of adjustability. Tilt the keyboard for better wrist alignment, adjust the height for sitting or standing, and easily move the entire system when needed, like when you’re working from your kitchen table (we get it; we’ve been there).

We have a wide variety of Standing Desk Converters, but we definitely recommend Solace Electric because it’s a simple, retrofit sit stand option with the added bonus of electric height adjustability. And guess what? Solace Electric is on sale right now!

 

Monitor Arm / Laptop Holder

Working on a laptop? Staring down at a screen (or up, for that matter) is terrible for your neck. Whether you’re working on a laptop or a regular desktop, a monitor arm can help put your computer screen in the right position. Your monitor should be directly in front of you when sitting up straight, with your eyes hitting the top third of the screen. If you have to tilt your head up or down, your monitor needs an adjustment. A monitor arm is a simple fix to ensure you can work comfortably. We’d recommend Conform Single Articulating (for 1 monitor) or Conform Dual Articulating (for 2 monitors); they’re simple to use and give you the adjustability you need for proper ergonomic positioning.

Our monitor arms have an easy-to-install c-clamp base that mounts onto the edge of any desk or table, and they attach to any monitor with a VESA mount. You can add a Laptop Holder to the monitor arm and use your laptop like any other monitor. Just use a separate keyboard and mouse and you’re good to go! Trust us, you WILL notice the difference, and your neck will thank you.

Note: If you’re using a Standing Desk Converter, it may come with its own monitor mount. Score!

 

Helpful Accessories

Complete your home office set up with a few helpful accessories. If you plan on standing a lot, an anti-fatigue mat helps reduce leg and lower back discomfort. If your chair is not quite the right height for you, a footrest will help you prop your feet up. Desktop task lights are great for putting the right amount of light, right where you need it. For a more permanent home office, you may want to think about cable management solutions or storage accessories.

 

Practice Good Posture

Once you have the right equipment in place, let’s make sure it’s set up for optimal ergonomics and you are practicing good posture.

• Forearms should be parallel to the floor with elbows at 90 degrees.
• Wrists, neck and head should be in a relaxed neutral position – not angled up or down. 
• The distance between your eyes and the monitor should be at least arms’ length. 
• The top one-third of your computer screen should be positioned at or below eye level. 
• When seated, adjust the height of your seat so that your feet are resting firmly on the floor and knees are at 90 degrees.
• When standing, ensure your head, shoulders, hips, and ankles are in alignment and keep your weight evenly distributed between both feet.

Once you have your posture down, make sure to change it up often. Alternating between sitting and standing, stretching every so often, and making small adjustments throughout the day are really good for your body and will fend off fatigue.

 

The Ergonomic Home Office Checklist:

• Get yourself a Sit Stand Desk or Standing Desk Converter
• Mount your monitor or laptop on an adjustable Monitor Arm
• Accessorize! Add an anti-fatigue mat, footrest, task lights, etc.
• Practice good posture, but make sure to change positions throughout the day

Creating training and education spaces, whether they’re part of a larger office or a standalone space dedicated to learning, is no small task. Smart training spaces are optimized for more than just one use, making them flexible enough to support a variety of needs. With the right furniture, accessories, and layout, your training rooms can be converted to regular workspace, conference space, or collaborative environments instantly. Here’s what to think about when creating smart, multi-use training and education spaces.

 

Flexible Furniture

Sometimes a training room is centered around computer work, but sometimes the group just needs distraction-free worksurfaces and a clear view of the instructor. That’s where Line of Sight Computer Training Desks come in. Line of Sight desks allow you the flexibility to arrange the training room in any way you like, and securely supports the technology you need. Computers and all ancillary technology are installed into the desk for secure storage and protection of valuable equipment. Adjust the height of the monitors to allow for a clear “line of sight” to the instructor or a presentation at the front of the room. All monitors in the room can be lifted and lowered with a single remote to go from computer-based training to face-to-face collaboration in an instant. The instructor can also allow individuals to adjust their own monitors or can lock individual desk switches anytime.

For a simple training room setup, Sonoma Mobile Tables are a great solution to create flexible environments. These mobile tables, set on casters, can roll where you need them to quickly rearrange a room, adding additional tables or removing extras with ease. They can be stored with the worksurfaces upright and easily nest into one another for compact storage. Quickly set the tables up with one-touch flip top technology, making it simple to set them up and store them away. Sonoma Mobile Tables allow you to create a simple training or collaborative space out of any open room.

 

Comfortable and Ergonomic

During a training or conference, it’s important that your participants are comfortable so they can pay attention to the task at hand. Comfortable and ergonomic workspaces, including adjustable chairs with proper back support and seat cushions, are the basis for the training space. Worksurfaces that are height adjustable add even greater ergonomic support, allowing individuals to adjust their furniture to their height and preferred working position. Ergonomic furniture reduces fatigue and boosts productivity. 

Other aspects of comfortable training spaces include the lighting in the room and visibility to the instructor, presentation, or training materials. Overhead lights are great for being able to read materials up close, but should be lowered when a projector is in use. Obstacles that may obstruct the line of sight to the instructor should be lowered or arrange the room to reduce potential visual blocks.

 

Integrated Technology

Smart training spaces that are meant for multiple uses always need to be able to support a wide range of technology. Integrating tech solutions into individual or group workspaces is crucial. For individuals, adding desktop power modules or worksurface power grommets allow users to keep their devices close at hand and charged up. The Zens Wireless Charger can be added to Line of Sight worksurfaces, layout flush with the top of the desk, and charges devices without wires or cables.

Technology for collaborative spaces like small group activities or larger training sessions can increase productivity and engagement. Smart boards and interactive tools take training to a new level, driving participation and broadening the possibilities for various learning tools. Line of Sight desks integrate computers and monitors into the desk so each user can have their own computer-based workstation, but the monitors can be hidden away inside the desk when the instructor wants the group to switch gears to more hands-on collaboration.

 

Bringing It All Together

Multi-use training and education spaces have to be smart, with flexible furniture that can move around easily and support different types of engagement. The right furniture is flexible enough for different tasks and uses, convertible for different types of training, mobile to adapt to group size, and supports technology as well as face-to-face collaboration. Integrating technology or access to power allows training spaces to do even more. Training spaces should be arranged to work for both big groups and small teams, like a single training room with multiple groups of workstations to accommodate the whole group but allow for smaller team to work closely as well.

Learn more about Line of Sight Computer Training Desks to take your multi-use training and education spaces to the next level.

Adjustable keyboard trays are a great way to provide maximum ergonomic benefits and greater levels of comfort for any workforce. When used in conjunction with fixed height desks, or with sit stand desks featuring limited ranges of adjustability, a keyboard tray can improve the overall usability and ergonomic functionality of the entire workcenter. Workrite offers a broad selection of keyboard tray systems as well as individual keyboard platforms and keyboard arms, providing multiple solutions for virtually any application.

“They may not be cool, but keyboard trays are a great ergonomic solution.”

Keyboard trays are a classic office fixture and aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. They may not be cool, but they are a great ergonomic solution that allow users to properly align their arms, wrists, and hands while typing.

We’re always striving to make ergonomics “cool” to help people everywhere work better and more comfortably. We get that keyboard trays are not necessarily the coolest, but it’s important to note how they can be useful and why they’ve stuck around.

 

Add Ergonomics to Any Desk

Stuck with a fixed height desk that isn’t the right height for you to work comfortably? Can’t get your elbows at a 90 degree angle with your keyboard on top of the desk? Keyboard tray to the rescue! Keyboard trays turn a fixed height desk into an ergonomic workstation in an instant. Most fixed height desks are too tall for shorter people or too short for taller people. The adjustable keyboard arm allows people of different heights to use standard, fixed height desks by simply moving the keyboard tray up or down for better ergonomic positioning of the arms and wrists.

 

Fight Carpal Tunnel and Other Hand/Wrist Ailments

Proper ergonomic positioning of the arms and wrists will help fight carpal tunnel and other musculoskeletal disorders of the hands and wrists. If you’re constantly working with your arms reaching or bending, or wrists at a stand angle, you’ll eventually develop discomfort in your wrists and hands, which if unchecked, could turn into a serious issue. Keyboard trays help workers fight off these ailments by achieving and maintaining proper ergonomic positioning and the ability to change positions when fatigue strikes.

 

Fit For Anyone

From the shortest person to the tallest, an adjustable keyboard tray lets you put the keyboard right where it belongs so it fits better to your body. A keyboard positioned too high or low can cause problems for your arms, wrists, hands. This is often the case when working at a fixed height desk. A keyboard tray makes any old desk work for anyone, no matter their height.

 

Find the Right Angle

By angling the keyboard tray up or down, you can keep your wrists in a neutral position. If you lean back in your chair as you type, you may want to angle the keyboard tray up, If you lean forward, you may want to angle to keyboard tray down, However you angle it, keep your wrists in alignment with your elbows.

 

Different Types of Keyboard Trays

There are a variety of keyboard tray options with different levels of adjustability. The most basic keyboard tray has a compact design where the mouse and keyboard are on the same platform and the entire tray is mounted to a keyboard arm, allowing you to push the tray under the desk, or pull it forward, adjust up and down slightly, and tilt the tray. Others will have a separate mouse tray that can slide side to side, forward or back, allowing you to have the mouse in a different position than the rest of the keyboard tray. Some will even have two mouse trays—right and left—to quickly and easily accommodate different users without having to use tools to change the mouse tray position. Finally, you have your extended range keyboard tray systems, which can create a sit stand workstation without a whole new desk.

 

No matter what you choose, adding an adjustable keyboard tray to your desk can drastically improve the ergonomics of your workstation, reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders and fatigue, and help you work more comfortably. We get it; keyboard trays may not be cool, but they’re a quick and easy way to improve the ergonomics of any workspace!

 

There are a ton of monitor arm options, from static monitor arms that allow for limited adjustments, to articulating arms that give a wide range of motion. Choosing the right monitor arm doesn’t have to be difficult. The main things to consider are the equipment you need to support, the adjustability you want to have, and the desk you intend to mount the monitor arm on. 

Monitor arms can be used with either fixed height or sit stand desks and are an excellent way to achieve the optimal level of adjustability recommended by ergonomists. When used appropriately, monitor arms can help workers avoid the development of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD), aid in the management of existing MSD, and help alleviate eye strain associated with long hours of computer use in the office.

“Monitor arms are an excellent way to achieve the optimal level of adjustability recommended by ergonomists.”

Monitor arms enable users to maintain neutral position of their shoulders, neck and back by allowing them to position their computer screen in the perfect location and angle for their height and the type of task they are performing. This adjustability is especially beneficial to users who wear corrective multi-focal lenses.

Research indicates that proper ergonomics in the office can increase worker productivity by 10-15% depending on the type of work being performed. Monitor arms are a key component to providing real ergonomic solutions that contribute to a more comfortable and productive environment.

Let’s explore the different types of monitor arms and the features and benefits of each. No matter which you choose, adding an adjustable monitor arm will greatly increase the ergonomics of your workstation and help you work healthy and comfortably.

 

Articulating Monitor Arms

Articulating arms have multiple points of adjustability and can be pulled forward or pushed back, move up and down, and swivel with ease. A good articulating monitor arm will have a gas spring to allow for smooth maneuverability without much effort from the user. You should be able to adjust the position of the monitor with one hand. 

 

Static Monitor Arms

Static monitor arms allow for adjustability up/down and forward/back, but movements are more limited than with an articulating arm. You can easily adjust forward and back to improve focal distance. Repositioning the height (where the arm attaches to the pole) may require tools and, in general, these types of arms are not as easy to adjust throughout the day, which you might need if you’re using it on a sit stand desk. Static arms are great for touch screens, as they provide fixed resistance, or to support the weight of 3 or more monitors.

 

Extended Range Monitor Arms

Extended range arms are often a combination of articulating and static arms, like an articulating arm attached to a pole. This allows for a larger range of motion and can even be used to create a sit stand workstation out of a fixed height desk. They’re also great for deep worksurfaces and corner applications.

 

Adjustability Factors

When choosing a monitor arm, you’ll want to consider how adjustable the arm is and the range of motion supported. 

• Tilt allows you to angle the monitor up or down. This is especially important if you use multi-focal lenses, as angling the monitor up allows you to look down slightly. 
• Pivot allows you to angle the monitor side to side. Depending on where the monitor arm is mounted in reference to where you sit, pivot can be an important factor. Many articulating arms will offer 180-360 degree pivot. 
• Rotation allows you to swivel the monitor between landscape and portrait orientation or anywhere in between. If the mount that attaches to the monitor offers 180 degree rotation, you could position your monitor vertically.
• Forward reach is the distance between the desk mount and the monitor. An extended range arm would have a larger forward reach. If you have a deep worksurface, you would want more forward reach.
• Height range is the distance between the highest point and lowest point that the monitor mount reaches. With static arms, this would be adjusted by where the arm mounts to the pole. On articulating arms, this depends how much range of motion the arm has. 
• Stowed depth is the space the monitor arm takes up when fully stowed, between the back of the desk mount and the front of the monitor mount. When using on a shallow worksurface, you would want a small stowed depth so the monitor arm can move back far enough on the desk. A compact stowed depth also allows you greater access to the worksurface for non-computer-related tasks.
• Maximum monitor height for full range of motion is the tallest you’d want your monitor to be to maintain the monitor arm’s full range of adjustability. If your monitor is too tall, the arm will not have as much range of motion.

 

Mounting Options

You can mount monitor arms to the desk with either a C-Clamp or Grommet mount. C-Clamp would slide onto the back or side edge of the worksurface and clamp down underneath. This is the easiest installation option and does not damage the worksurface. It also allows you to easily change the mounting position. Grommet mount requires that you make a hole in the worksurface for the mount to slide into. This obviously requires altering the worksurface and is a much more permanent mounting option. If you want to move the mounting position at any point, you’d have to create a new grommet hole. 

Wall Plates and Slatwall mounts are also an option, so you can mount the monitor arm directly to a wall or attach to a slatwall. Wall plates are permanently installed to the wall, while slatwall mounts allow you to move and reposition with ease (as long as you already have a slatwall).

 

Accessories, Adaptors, and Retrofits

Monitor arm accessories and adaptors can expand what your monitor arm is capable of. Add a Laptop Holder so you can use your laptop as a monitor or position it more ergonomically. Add a Thin Client CPU Holder to keep your CPU attached to the back of your monitor rather than taking up space on your desktop. If your arm doesn’t already have them, add cable management hooks to your monitor arm to keep cords and cables organized. Accessories like the Conform Slider are great for dual monitors and make sure the monitors fit nicely side by side in your preferred location. Retrofit options like a Twin Bracket can create a dual monitor arm from a single, allowing you to double your monitors without a new arm.

 

Ok, Let’s Bring It All Together

So you’ve gotten a nice overview of what’s what, now it’s time to choose the best monitor arm for you. 

First, what equipment do you have (or want)? Find the monitor arms that will support the number of monitors you have and be aware of the arm’s weight limitations. If you need help determining what monitor arms will support the equipment you have, check out the Monitor Compatibility Finder. For one, two or three monitors, a standard single, dual or triple monitor arm will work great. If you have more monitors than that, you’ll need to combine a few products to fit your application. For example, if you want a monitor arm to support 6 monitors, you’d want a pole with two triple monitor arms attached. The configuration options are endless, and so are the possibilities! 

How do you want to mount the monitor arm? You can mount it to a desk with a C-Clamp or Grommet, or to a wall with a Wall Plate or Slatwall mount. Note that not all monitor arms will support all mounting options. A C-Clamp mount is generally the best option as it’s the easiest to install and reposition without altering the desk.

How much adjustability do you want? If you’re using a sit stand desk, an articulating arm will have the greatest range of motion and allow you to adjust easily throughout the day as you sit and stand.

 

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Ready to geek out with us? When we designed Sentinel, the focus was on the technology. We wanted a sit stand desk that was smooth, quiet, and ultra responsive, building upon our almost 30 year track record of ergonomic innovation. To make all that happen, we had to completely rethink the systems used to power the desk. Let’s take a deep dive into the inner workings of Sentinel.

 

Brushless Motor

Sentinel is an industry first. While DC brush motors are a long existing standard, Sentinel’s new DC brushless motors offer some exceptional benefits to the user: they’re long-lasting, quiet, and responsive. The DC brushless motor is markedly smaller than its DC brush motor counterpart, using less material and making it a more environmentally responsible option.

Maximum Durability
DC Brushless motors are extremely durable. With less components and internal friction, DC brushless motors run smooth, quiet, and have a long “maintenance free” lifespan. Typical DC Brush motors ultimately will wear down over time; the high efficiency DC brushless motor features improved, non-wearing technology, allowing the greatest performance and longevity in the industry.

Ultra-Quiet Operation
Brushless motors eliminate all the noise created by the contact of the brushes to the armature of the old DC brush motors. With brushless technology, all internal components are enclosed, resulting in ultra-quiet adjustability.

Rapid Response
Brushless motors have the best torque per cubic inch of any type of motor system, delivering rapid response, quick acceleration, and high positioning accuracy. The brushless motors start and stop quickly and accurately, minimizing the amount of annoying overrun (moving past your desired position) experienced with typical sit stand desks. With instant-touch motion, the desk begins moving right when you touch the switch and stops right when you want it to.

 

AMCS (Advanced Motor Control System)

While most sit stand desks have one control box per desk, Sentinel has our new AMCS control technology integrated into every leg. AMCS has miniaturized the control box technology and made it a seamless part of the desk base. By doing so, the reconfigurability of Sentinel is far easier than old control box systems. Simply add synchronization connector cables and power supplies as needed to go from 2 to 8 legs with minimal parts changes.

Anti-Collision
Included in the AMCS is Sentinel’s advanced anti-collision system. With a sensor in each leg, the anti-collision performance offered with the AMCS is more sensitive and faster to respond. Instead of software and sensors in the control box having to detect collisions, everything happens within the leg, making it quick to stop and reverse the desk to a safe position if the desk runs into an obstacle.

Expandability
Easily go from a 2 leg to an 8 leg desk, and everything in between. The AMCS allows you to do so without replacing the control system. Simply determine daisy chain the legs, power supply, and switch, sync them up, and you’re ready to sit and stand all day long. Easily reconfigure your system while enjoying all the same high performance features with our integrated AMCS. Your office continues to grow. Sentinel grows with you.

 

Inverted Leg Structure

Sentinel’s inverted legs started as an engineering choice that also offers great design benefits. With the largest profile of the leg on top, there’s a stronger connection between the leg and the table top, adding stability to the entire desk. The rounded corners and patent pending Sentinel glide system add to the leg’s structure and allowed us to reduce material usage while improving stability. A great combination of strength and environmental responsibility! The inverted structure is also a smoother design. When you look at the desk from above, the tapered leg makes the stages disappear, offering a sleek look that’s also really smart.

 

Simple & Smart Brackets

The bracket system underneath Sentinel connects the legs to each other and the table top. They offer stability and strength to the entire desk. What’s new about these brackets is that they require less fasteners and offer infinite expandability. The sliding, telescoping brackets can be used at any length (rather than in specific increments), so they work for any size worksurface. The entire bracket system makes the installation process much faster, more efficient, and ultimately less expensive.

 

Sit Stand Switches

Programmable sit stand desk switches are nothing new, but the switches for Sentinel go to a whole new level. The Programmable Switch is touch sensitive, responding to human touch like your smartphone screen. When you touch the buttons, the desk starts moving right away, and stops right when you remove your finger. But if a chair were to bump the switch, the desk wouldn’t move. Our Smart App Bluetooth Switch allows you to connect your smartphone to the desk’s switch via the Sentinel app and adjust the desk’s height right from your phone. The switch itself has an occupancy sensor so you can track your sit stand progress and get reminders based on your wellness goals.

 

What to learn more about Sentinel?

The office furniture of the future must be flexible and able to adapt to a changing environment. When we develop new products, like innovative sit stand desks, we have to think years ahead to create products that are flawlessly functional far into the future. Here’s what we think about as we design office furniture for the office of the future.

 

Multi-Use

Space saving, multi-use furniture pieces are a great addition (or foundation!) to any office environment. A fixed desk with a desktop computer might work right now, but the office of the future will require worksurfaces that can be used for a variety of tasks. Line of Sight Computer Desks are a great example, because they can be used for computer work or as a clear desktop and they store the computer inside the desk when not in use. Smart, multi-use furniture can adapt to its space and serve a variety of purposes to meet changing needs.

 

Mobile, Flexible

It makes sense that to create a functional and future-ready office, furniture will need to be flexible. Mobile pieces that can roll from room to room, fold down and store easily when not in use, and adjust in a variety of ways are a key part of the office of the future. Nesting tables, furniture on casters, and expandable furniture are great ways to bring more flexible furniture into the office.

 

Expand (& Contract)

Business needs are always changing and the office environment needs to be able to expand and contract along with these changes. With sit stand benching systems, desks can be added or removed easily as teams grow and shrink. Upgrade a compact desk to a larger worksurface, using the same base. Easily rearrange desks in an open office environment to increase or decrease workstations.

 

Connected / Smart

Technology is the hub of almost all the work we do. We work on computers or laptops and stay connected through smartphones and wireless tech accessories. Office furniture is just another way to use smart technology to stay connected. Some electric sit stand desks can be controlled with an app on your smartphone, and wireless chargers can be integrated into your desktop. 

 

Future Proof

The future is still unknown, that’s why the office furniture of the future must be adaptable, flexible, and high quality. We design with the future in mind, creating each product to grow and adapt with you. Components are interchangeable to easily upgrade. If something breaks, you can replace the part rather than the whole product. High quality components and systems support a long product lifespan, so you can enjoy your office furniture long into the future.

 

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