OA studying Flashcards
what is an office
a place where the manager (S) and staff can run the affairs of the business
the 3 roles of the office
production, distribution, exchanges, of goods and services
production
use for output produced using raw materials.
distribution
use for getting the goods and services to customers.
exchange
use for delivery of one thing for another in return.
the 3 types of office layouts
enclosed, open-plan, and virtual office
define office layout
it is the term used for the physical of an office, where office & furniture office equipment are placed.
enclosed office
this is consists of a number of small rooms and which an employee works on his/her own or with a few other employees.
advantages of cellular office
less risk of distractions, noise is reduced,
grater security of sensitive document.
disadvantages of cellular office
lower productivity, cost more than an open plan office in terms of floor space.
open plan office
a very large room with enter-locking work stations, arranged for non- uniform groups or office staff to work in teams depending on the duties they perform.
advantage of open plan office
supervision of staff is easier, can help a greater number of staff, and provides more flexibility for arranging office equipment
disadvantages of open plan office
Always being watched, cannot lock personal items away, allot of distraction and noise.
virtual office
any place of sight such as a room at home where staff can use technology to perform their job.
advantages of virtual office
less time commuting, work hours can be flexible, employees can wear any type of clothing.
disadvantages of virtual office
less team work, greater self discipline is required.
