At CREON, we visit control rooms and dispatch rooms every day. The organizations and industries we work with are diverse, but they all share one common factor: in every control room, it’s all about focus and reliability. Operators and dispatchers need to stay alert 24/7 to make the right decisions quickly. That requires not only a well-designed workstation, but also an environment that allows for recovery.
The power of small breaks
In practice, it’s often the smallest moments that make the biggest difference. Stepping away from your desk, taking a deep breath, relaxing your muscles or moving around briefly: such short breaks reduce stress, increase alertness and lower the risk of mistakes. Yet in the hectic reality of a control room, these moments are often overlooked. An environment that encourages recovery helps operators to stay in control.
Breathing in a healthy environment
Breathing is automatic, but the quality of the air you breathe determines how fit and focused you feel. Natural elements such as plants not only contribute to cleaner air, but also create a calm atmosphere. in a space dominated by technology and screens. When designing our control room workstations and complete control room environments, we always strive for a balance between functionality and serenity.
Recovery through smart design
Recovery goes beyond taking breaks or breathing fresh air. The entire environment plays a role: from ergonomic, height-adjustable workstations to the optimal layout of sightlines and video walls. Proper lighting and acoustics also ensure that operators can focus, collaborate, and recover effectively.
In control: today and tomorrow
A well-designed control room supports operators not just during peak moments, but in the long run as well. By creating workplaces and spaces that encourage recovery and balance, we contribute to a healthy, sustainable, and future-proof working environment. That is the real strength of staying in control.
Curious how your control room can better support recovery, focus, and collaboration? Get in touch with us.