Offices can be dirty places
Office hygiene has always been a concern for many businesses. Even after the devastating Covid pandemic, poor workplace hygiene practices still continue.
A shocking one in every three people neglect to wash their hands after using the bathroom, posing a significant risk to the entire office. The constant contact with various surfaces throughout the workday makes cross-contamination all too easy.
All it takes is one unwell colleague to come to work and fail to wash their hands after coughing and sneezing, and the business will see a spike in absenteeism.
Eating at your desk?
Eating at your desk worsens the problem. Food remnants and debris create a breeding ground for bacteria and viruses. This is caused by the combination of food morsels, hair and skin build-up between the keys of your keyboard. You can read more about this in our previous blog post: How clean is your laptop?
The cost of absenteeism
Do you know what absenteeism is costing your business? Employees who fall ill due to poor hygiene practices are more likely to take time off work, resulting in reduced productivity and increased costs for businesses. Cross-contamination – be it from unwell colleagues or the build-up of bacteria on office equipment – causes absenteeism. This shows that poor workplace hygiene has a direct impact on the prevalence of sick leave.
Employee expectations are changing
Cleaning and sanitising frequently used office equipment helps prevent cross-contamination, which in turn ensures better attendance. But it also meets changing employee expectations regarding hygiene at work, which have shifted noticeably since the pandemic.
According to the 2021 Global Hygiene Reset Research report from Initial, 71% of employees are more fearful of germs on surfaces, 74% are more concerned that other people’s lack of hand hygiene will make them sick, and 84% of employees feel that it’s important that their employers prioritise creating a safe and hygienic workplace.
Regular technology hygiene services are a visible investment in creating a safe and hygienic workplace; demonstrating to employees that their concerns around workplace hygiene are being taken seriously.
Boosting staff morale
When employees work in a clean, safe and hygienic work environment, they feel safer and assured that their employer cares about their well being. This boosts staff morale and creates a positive work culture. This lead to employees that are motivated, engaged, and a lot happier in the workplace.
Techno hygiene services from Ambius
Ambius service teams are known for their professionalism, expertise, and discretion. Our trained technicians will ensure that your office equipment is regularly and professionally cleaned and sanitised. They only use tried and tested, IT-safe preparations on your equipment, ensuring that equipment not only looks better but lasts longer too.
Our regular techno hygiene services are pre-booked to ensure minimal disruption to your staff and colleagues. They can be booked to coincide with your indoor plant services.
Contact us today to book your technology hygiene service.
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At Ambius, we understand the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy technology environment. In today’s digital age, where we rely heavily on technology for various aspects of our lives, ensuring its cleanliness and proper hygiene is crucial. Our technology hygiene service aims to address these concerns and provide effective solutions for businesses and individuals.