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Storage room - IT

Secure space for organizing servers, network gear, backups, and spare hardware. Can also be used for laptop provisioning.

Capacity: N/A
Purpose: Support
Target size: Varies
Release date: 1 September 2025

Floor plan illustration for the Storage room - IT space type
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Design

Description and context

  • Should be determined by the office size, number of buildings and number of associates.
  • 50-200 associates
    • Cabinet or multiple cabinets with lock by key
    • (Or) storage room with lock by badge reader (preferred). Room size must be 6 sqm / 65 sq ft or more. Shelves must be placed in storage room.
  • 200+ associates
    • Storage room with lock by badge reader. Room size must be 6 sqm / 65 sq ft or more. Shelves must be placed in the storage room.
  • IT Storage room must be kept clean. Junk devices should not be stored, but properly disposed of in a timely manner.
Floor plan for Storage room - IT space type

Design guidelines and standards

The items listed below are integrated into the architecture of the space. This information complements additional details listed on both the Workplace technology and Furniture and fixtures tabs.


Finishes

N/A


Acoustics

N/A


Lighting

To achieve desired lighting lux levels and color temperature, please follow these guidelines: 

  • 500 minimum lux levels

  • 3000-4000K recommended CCT Values (Color Correlated Temperature).


Mechanical, electrical and plumbing

QuantityTypeLocationDescription
2 (IT)DataTo be determined by the Project TeamFor laptop reinstall, testing, and troubleshooting (valid for room only)
2 (IT)PowerTo be determined by the Project TeamFor laptop reinstall, testing, and troubleshooting (valid for room only)

Specialty

Branding and signage

  • N/A
     

Other

  • IT Storage room should be lockable by badge reader with access only to IT and local GWS staff
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