Corporate Business Solutions Recommends Simple Strategies to Maintain Employee Productivity Rates

CHICAGO - May 23, 2017 - PRLog -- The might simply be called a "summer slump", but it can actually hurt sales at small businesses. Veteran managerial consultants at Corporate Business Solutions (http://www.cbs-cbs.com/) (CBS) have some simple recommendations for companies to maintain their productivity levels during the sunny season.

Data shows that in the U.S., close to a quarter of all workers say that they feel less productive during the warm months of June, July and August.  The rising heat, school summer vacation, and the general leisurely spirit during sunny days can all contribute to this scenario. Companies should make a concerted effort to keep the productivity levels from slacking off during the summer months. Here is are some simple tips to maintain productivity for small businesses:

Set the Office Air Conditioning to the Ideal Temperature

The temperature settings of the office air conditioner during the summer months can more often than not lead to heated discussions. Whether in the summer or winter, if the office is too hot or cold, productivity levels decrease. In the summer, more people report being uncomfortable in warm offices. Overheated employees tend to be short tempered, tired and unfocused, none of which are good characteristics for productivity.

Research shows that productivity decreases when office temperatures are either above 73 degrees Fahrenheit, or below 68 degrees Fahrenheit. The ideal temperature where productivity thrives lies between 70 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit. To maintain a pleasant environment to work in, offices should set the air conditioning to this level.

Offer Perks for Work-Life Balance

Summer is the season employees really feel the difficulty of balancing work and home life. Employees with children, especially, will be worn out because school is out for the summer. We suggest small businesses consider offering employees flexible working hours in the summer when it is practical. Learn to be flexible to get the most of your employees.  For example, some businesses allow employees to leave early during some days and work from home. Others, allow employees to leave early on some days and put in extra hours during other days.

It's up to the business to come up with flexible work schedules that suit everyone's need. CBS consultants know that happy employees are motivated to be a more productive workforce.