How A Hot Water Dispenser Can Improve Workplace Efficiency

Up and down the country, businesses still rely on a standard kettle in their kitchen, canteen, or breakroom, which can be slow and inefficient. By providing a convenient and easy way to access hot water throughout the day, a hot water dispenser can be a smart, eco-friendly, and energy-efficient alternative that stops tea break delays and transforms workplace efficiency. Here are some of the ways installing a hot water dispenser can help you gain maximum efficiency in your workplace.

Hot water convenience

Preparing hot drinks at the push of a button is a major step forward for the efficiency of any workplace as employees rely on tea, coffee, and hot snacks to stay alert and productive. But using a kettle can be a real problem, creating bottlenecks, wasted time, and reduced productivity. Here’s what a hot water dispenser can offer to tackle this issue head-on by delivering instant, near-boiling water.

• Time savings: In a team of 10 or more people, office tea rounds can get long with one or two people disappearing to endlessly boil the kettle while other employees may be queuing to use the kitchen facilities. Over time, these small delays lead to a fairly hefty loss of productivity. A hot water dispenser removes this inefficiency by providing boiling water on demand so employees can quickly make a round of hot drinks without the extended downtime.
• Increased productivity: Standing around and waiting for the kettle to boil means employees may take longer breaks than necessary. While colleague chit-chat is natural and great for team bonding, too much time away from tasks can unsettle the workflow. A hot water dispenser allows your team to grab a hot drink quickly and efficiently, helping them to stay focused on their work and be more productive.
• Helpful hydration: Staying hydrated at work is essential for concentration and improved cognitive function. While water coolers encourage your team to drink chilled or ambient water, hot drinks also play their part in keeping them hydrated. A hot water dispenser with fully filtered water makes it easier to prepare the usual teas or coffee, as well as herbal teas and other healthy drinks, to support their health and well-being.

Alongside these steaming good reasons to invest in a hot water dispenser, this isn’t a bad collection of benefits by anyone’s standards. But let’s break each of those down a little further to get some more context on how one of these appliances can help your business.

Saving work downtime

Time is money, and whatever your business, downtime should be avoided wherever possible – especially when it’s represented by someone waiting for a kettle to boil. Let’s look at how a hot water dispenser cuts down this type of inefficiency by delivering instant access to hot water so your team can maximise their time effectively.

• Faster breaks: Standard kitchen kettles let themselves down by needing someone to wait several minutes for the water to boil – just one reason why hot water dispensers are better than kettles. But this leads to extended break times. With hot water on tap, drinks can be made right away, so people don't get caught up in unnecessary delays.
• No long queues: In larger workplaces, employees often need hot water at the same time, leading to queues for the kettle. This not only wastes time but can cause frustration. A hot water dispenser delivers a continuous supply of near-boiling water, reducing frustrating waiting times.
• Consistent availability: Kettles will always run out of water and need constant refilling and reheating. What a drag – and a waste of time. A hot water dispenser like the Thirsty Work MT4 model can supply 4 litres of 95ºC hot water for 156 hot drinks per hour, helping every employee to stay productive all day.

Increasing work productivity

Keeping your teams productive is essential to make your business a success. With that in mind, even small efficiencies in productivity can be worthwhile. Here’s how installing a hot water dispenser is a great way to help streamline employees' routines and keep them focused on their work.

• Reduced disruptions: It might take that long, but if one employee gets up to make a coffee and has to wait for the kettle to boil, then more time is lost to distraction. The knock-on effect on productivity can be notable. A hot water dispenser can help minimise this and allow employees to grab a hot drink and get back to it without losing focus.
• Breaktime efficiency: Regular breaks are important for maintaining concentration and increasing productivity. But when someone spends too much time waiting for the kettle to boil, they take longer than necessary away from their work. A hot water dispenser means quick and efficient breaks, so employees stay refreshed without unnecessary delays.
• Team bonding: A hot water dispenser in a breakroom or canteen can be a hub for bonding and conversation between team members. A quick chat while making a drink can lead to idea-sharing, problem-solving, and a more collaborative culture without too much time away from the job at hand.

Staff health and well-being

Excellent mental and physical health and well-being are essential for every staff member and do wonders for workplace efficiency. Happy, healthy, and hydrated employees are more engaged, energised, and productive. And while drinking hot water can be good for you, here are a few extra tips on why having filtered hot water on tap is good for your team.

• Ease and convenience: Getting up and making a hot drink quickly and easily with zero hassle improves people's daily routines and creates a more enjoyable and relaxed work atmosphere. A simple convenience like a hot water dispenser will make a real difference to employee satisfaction.
• Healthy choices: With instant filtered hot water available on tap, team members might be tempted to drink herbal teas, green tea, or other healthy options instead of the same types of caffeinated or sugary drinks. Even just hot water with a slice or two of lemon can be a great way to stay healthy and hydrated.

Business energy efficiency

Of course, installing a hot water dispenser has benefits beyond those for your team. With energy efficiency and sustainability being a prime concern for businesses of all sizes, here’s a quick rundown of how one of these appliances can help you reduce your energy use and carbon footprint.

• Reduced energy: Kettles need repeated heating throughout the day, with each boil using plenty of electricity. A hot water dispenser keeps water at the right temperature without repeated reheating, so your overall energy consumption is lower.
• Lower bills: By replacing your kettle with a dispenser, you can get long-term savings. A hot water dispenser is designed to use only the necessary amount of power, reducing unnecessary energy use.
• Environmental benefits: Reducing energy use is vital in the climate crisis, and a hot water dispenser minimises unnecessary energy use. You can use this upgrade as part of your Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.

Take the next step in efficiency with Thirsty Work

When you install a hot water dispenser, you can take advantage of a small but mighty addition to your workplace. Offering real benefits in efficiency, sustainability, and employee well-being, by switching your kettle for a more advanced, convenient, and eco-friendly system, you can reduce costs and create a more positive, efficient, and productive workspace. So, are you ready to make the switch?

If so, why not have a chat with our Thirsty Work customer service team? They can give you all the information you need and help you make the best choice. Call us today on 01392 877 172 or email hello@thirstywork.com for your free quote and to start your 10-day free trial on a hot water dispenser of your choice.