Conference Tables for Productive Business Meetings

Posted by Office Furniture on February 25th, 2019

Conference tables are where some of the best product design and ideas are conjured up. A conference table is at the heart of most businesses. It allows colleagues to brainstorm together, approve products and create original and breathtaking marketing strategies. So when selecting one, it is vital that you choose correctly. There is a wealth of choice out there, but what do you need to consider before you purchase one? Here are some things to think about before you take the plunge.

Enough Room and Easy Access for All

As a conference table will probably serve the majority of your workforce at some point during their employment, it is important that you choose a table that suits everyone's needs. There are two key things to think about here: is there enough room for everyone to sit around the table and is the table accessible for all? If it is a tight squeeze, then no one will be sitting comfortably. How can you expect your meeting to be productive if your colleagues are uncomfortable or feeling awkward as they are sitting too closely to someone?

People also need to be able to sit down and stand up easily. If you choose a table that is too big for your room or an awkward shape, it may prove difficult to access for some individuals. This could especially be the case for our older or disabled colleagues, so consider this carefully. 

Out of sight, Out of Mind

An old but still extremely relevant saying, and especially relevant to our current topic. If colleagues cannot see each other clearly, then how can business meetings be productive? In order to get the best out of your professional gathering, you need to ensure that you choose a conference table that allows everyone present to see each other clearly. This will allow the conversation to flow and for people to hear each other’s ideas and contributions distinctly. 

What do You Want from Your Workforce?

The type of business that you run can influence the type of conference table that you go for. Is your business quirky and modern or more conventional and traditional? Choosing a conference table design that fits in with your style of the company can really improve the productivity of everyone that sits around it.

There are so many options out there that you are bound to find a table that meets the requirements and style of your individual business.