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Thoughtful design. Exceptional durability. Intuitive solutions.
That’s the HON way. Every piece of furniture we create—from initial conceptualization to its final design—is created with those important benchmarks in mind.
You’ve likely heard us say our products are “made to last.” Other manufacturers will make the same promise, but the follow-through can be an uphill climb. At HON, that challenge is not only fun and exciting for us, but it fuels everything we do.
Developing products that stand the test of time has always been one of our core values. We won’t release a product to market without guaranteeing it lives up to our standards.
But what does that promise mean to you, our valued customer?
Whether you’re in education, running a small business or purchasing furniture for a mid- to large-size corporation, you have unique needs and desires that require sharp focus and attention to detail.
We spoke with Anna Wizner, Director of Product Marketing for The HON Company, to learn more about HON’s product development strategy and how it intertwines with our unwavering commitment to customers. Read on to discover more about what makes us tick.
A great employee is your most important resource, so it goes without saying that providing comfort, stability and reliability for them in the workplace is at the top of your list.
Mediocre office furniture can’t provide the kind of support that most office workers need, and considering most people sit in a chair or at a desk most of their day, that can send productivity and motivation packing.
Office furniture that promotes physical well-being is, without a doubt, rooted in durability first.
“When we say, ‘made to last’ we’re telling people you can rely on us and our product,” Wizner said. “And because our customers work in all sorts of environments, from education to local government, they need customized solutions. No matter what the work environment, HON’s goal is to ensure you’re getting maximum productivity, creativity and flexibility out of your space.”
As important as durability and comfort are, aesthetics go a long way in inspiring creativity and productivity. Schools are a great example of why creating a product that’s reliable and sparks imagination is imperative, too.
Today’s learning spaces are completely different from the traditional classrooms many of us likely remember. Educators are moving toward experience-based learning that’s focused on creative collaboration—and that energized, innovative approach is fostered by sensible, functional design with a fresh aesthetic.
“Thoughtful design and durability are actually great teammates,” Wizner said. “Project-based learning is the future, and students and educators need highly adaptable workspaces that not only adapt to any learning style reliably, but also encourage creativity and joy as well.”
These ideas don’t just apply to learning environments.
“A broad range of customers can benefit from durable and customizable design and function,” Wizner said. “It doesn’t matter if you’re a small design firm that favors vibrant hubs or you’re multitasking in a no-nonsense government space—you need to be able to tap into a space that stimulates productivity. With HON, you’re not just investing in smart office furniture, you’re investing in the people who are rowing the boat.”
HON promotes exhaustive testing to ensure that every product evolves with our industry’s high commercial standards.
“Business owners aren’t just thinking about the instant gratification of beautifying a space—they’re thinking about how feasible this investment will be a decade down the road,” Wizner continued. “They want to know that they can trust us and trust that what we’re creating for them and their employees will stand the test of time—and HON takes that need very seriously.”
Let’s unpack the word “investment.”
What immediately comes to mind when you conjure that word? If you’re like a lot of people, the word “expensive” isn’t far behind. But because HON products are built for the long haul, we view our workspace solutions differently from inexpensive particle board desks or plastic chairs that might provide a short-term solution, but not much more.
And HON customers aren’t just investing in a reliable product—they’re investing in the world’s most precious resource: people.
“We love that our solutions address a variety of needs. Not just physical, but emotional,” Wizner said. “When you can’t focus on work because you’re distracted by physical discomfort, productivity and motivation go out the window. The way we look at it, you’re purchasing far more than office furniture when you invest in a HON product. You’re buying peace of mind, physical well-being and a promise of productivity. To us, that’s priceless.”
To learn more about HON products, please visit hon.com.
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