Our Mack Move by the Numbers

Your participation in a study and survey helps us create a better workplace

It was called Mack Truck World Headquarters. We're calling it Mack Boulevard, and 1,000 colleagues are moving in. This will transform the way we work and create improved efficiency, collaboration, appropriate privacy and a more pleasant work atmosphere.

Before designing our new workspace, DEGW—consultants skilled at creating alternative work environments—observed, talked to and surveyed colleagues about their current workspace and how it could be improved. "The survey had an 80 percent response rate, DEGW's highest ever," says Brian Hardner, vice president, facilities and construction. "It shows colleagues are engaged and excited about creating the best work environment."

Here's how we'll use DEGW's findings to transform our work environment:

85%: Time spent in individual workspace (e.g., cubicle or workstation)

This tells us we can do a better job collaborating with colleagues. To do so, we'll use an open floor plan. Each department will be located in a "neighborhood" near other departments with which it works closely. This will improve teamwork and provide space for visibility walls (places to post progress toward meeting department and network goals).

56%: Time enclosed offices are empty

When colleagues are in an office, they're working on the computer 91 percent of the time and rarely collaborating privately with colleagues. That's why assigning enclosed office space to colleagues isn't necessary at Mack Boulevard. Instead, we'll have "focus booths" on each floor. They can be used by one colleague to work in a concentrated manner, or two colleagues to discuss a private matter.

19%: Time conference rooms are used

Currently, meeting spaces are underutilized. Plus, getting a room that is the right size and equipped with the necessary technology is difficult. Each Mack floor (which is the size of a football field) will have informal meeting tables and conference rooms of various sizes to accommodate anywhere from four to 10 people. Mack's lower level will be a "collaboration hub." Branded with our logo and colors, it will include spaces for education, training and events.

56%: Colleagues who feel a sense of community in the workplace

Mack's "social hubs" will add a buzz to the workplace. Located at the center of each floor, they'll be a place for you to interact and collaborate with colleagues in a casual or dynamic environment. Social hubs will have a refrigerator, countertops, small kitchen appliances and comfortable seating. You'll also bump into colleagues at the business center on each floor, which is where copiers and office supplies will be located.

Want to get all the Mack Boulevard news? Visit the intranet (lvh.com) and click on the Mack Boulevard ad. You'll be linked to a site that contains a video, glossary of terms, talking points and Q&A about our Mack Boulevard move. Post your questions and check back for answers.

–Rick Martuscelli

This page last updated 5/19/10 03:41 PM