Do you know what connects a good office microclimate with higher employee performance? Have you considered that improved productivity and creativity can be achieved not only through higher salaries? Discover how regular monitoring of the office environment can lead to better work results.
How do factors such as temperature and humidity influence our work efficiency?
Humidity
Dry air often causes discomfort, itchy skin, irritated eyes, and quicker fatigue. Excessively high humidity, on the other hand, makes breathing harder, increases the risk of mold and mildew in the room, and raises the likelihood of various allergies. In both situations, people feel uncomfortable and struggle to stay focused on their tasks. In more serious cases, allergic reactions may even force employees to stay home and take care of their health.
The recommended indoor humidity level is between 40% and 60%.
Temperature
When the temperature is too low, people feel uncomfortable and spend more energy trying to keep their bodies warm. This also increases the risk of catching colds and, consequently, being absent from work. When temperatures are too high, the body uses more energy to cool down. As a result, movements and thinking slow down, and people may feel sleepy and unmotivated.
The recommended room temperature is 20–22 °C in winter and 22–24 °C in summer.
Air freshness
Proper ventilation and regular airing, combined with suitable humidity and temperature levels, help create an optimal office microclimate. Stuffy air often leads to headaches, lack of motivation, and faster fatigue.
Regular monitoring of the office environment improves individual work efficiency. By using a system that tracks key microclimate indicators such as humidity, temperature, and air pollution, you ensure optimal working conditions for your employees. This allows them to focus better on their tasks while supporting their health, resulting in fewer absences due to illness. The entire team benefits, as does overall work performance. When employees feel better, they work more efficiently—one of the main factors for increasing company income.
To further enhance the effects of regular office environment monitoring, attention should also be given to proper lighting and having enough plants in the workspace. Recent studies on improving office working conditions show that plants help reduce stress, purify the air, and increase oxygen and humidity levels.