Workplace design has a profound impact on the productivity of workers. Making the best use of space through the optimum placement of equipment, integrating the human factor into workplace design, and effectively aligning the workplace into the surrounding environment are important aspects of ergonomics.

The integration of principles of human well-being into workplace design has become critical for ensuring the workers perform to their best abilities. Although a man sitting at his desk doesn’t apparently give an impression of performing a toiling task, it is known to cause disorders that can have adverse effects on health.