DESK OR WORK TABLE WITH OPTICAL WORKSTATION STATUS DISPLAY SYSTEM

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a desk or work table with an optical workstation status display system. The optical workstation status display system comprises an illuminated display and a screen, as well as an interface to at least one application. The illuminated display and screen integrated into the desk or work table provide a clearly visible display of status information regarding the use or availability of the office workstation. The interfaces connected to the display, expediently to the relevant office communication devices and applications present at the workstation, enable the respective status regarding the use or availability or demand of the corresponding office communication devices and employees to be recorded and can thus be displayed.

[0002] Status display systems come in a variety of designs. Many appliances are equipped with a status display. Washing machines and dishwashers, for example, display the program progress.

[0003] In production lines, displays are provided throughout the room to indicate the status, such as normal operation or malfunctions, as well as warnings in the event of deviations from normal operation. In motor vehicles, displays indicate the status of individual components, such as lighting, rear window and seat heating, or temperatures. In the control rooms of power plants, display systems are installed to indicate the status of individual units.

[0004] Status indicators for network routers and computers are also common. Telephones have indicators that indicate missed calls and messages on the answering machine, for example. Printers, for example, also display their status on a screen. The video "Simply Working Online" at https: / / www.youtube.com / watch?v=TvvCw_t-0V4 shows a table with an integrated LED indicator. The videos at https: / / www.youtube.com / watch?v=JuRQUzk8UN8 and https: / / www.youtube.com / watch?v=itypQh6G7Nw show LED indicators that can be placed on a work table.

[0005] The object of the invention is to provide a desk or work table that features a multifunctional, clearly visible, and perceptible optical workstation status display system. The optical workstation status display system is intended, in particular, to visually indicate the occupancy or availability of the office workstation, the usage status of office communication devices, the usage status of applications, and / or the employee's status.

[0006] According to the invention, this object is achieved by a desk or work table having the features of the main claim. One or more illuminated displays and screens are arranged or integrated into the tabletop of the desk or work table, wherein the illuminated displays and screens have at least one interface to at least one application to display the status of an office workstation, applications, environmental conditions, and / or employees. The type of interface depends on the respective circumstances and the hardware and software used for the office communication devices, room furnishings or applications, or the switching unit or sensors. The interface can also be a wireless interface.

[0007] Office communication equipment and room furnishings also represent infrastructure.

[0008] A dedicated or separate power supply can be provided for convenience. However, the necessary power supply can also be provided via the interface, the office communication devices, or the room furnishings. This depends on the respective environmental conditions and the available and relevant office communication devices or the respective room furnishings and their specifications.

[0009] The optical workplace status display system enables good visibility of status information regarding the use or availability of the office workplace or employee or the environmental conditions of the room or workplace and vital parameters, in particular with regard to inactivity, through at least one illuminated display arranged on an office piece of furniture.Likewise, independent status information, for example on the use or availability of the office workstation or employees, rooms or the environmental conditions of the room or workplace, such as ambient noise or air quality or the need for light and vital parameters, in particular with regard to inactivity, can be displayed on one or more screens, each independently of one another and, if appropriate, also combined with recommendations, and if the screen is designed accordingly, for example as a touch-sensitive screen or one that can be controlled via gestures, inputs can also be made, for example for adjusting or operating status information, office communication devices, room equipment, environmental conditions and / or applications.Through the interfaces connected to the illuminated display and the screen, which are appropriately connected to the relevant office communication devices and / or room furnishings and / or environmental conditions and / or vital parameters present at the office workplace, the status regarding the use, availability or load of the corresponding office communication devices and / or room furnishings or environmental conditions or vital parameters is clearly displayed, or unfavorable environmental conditions or, for example, excessively long periods of inactivity are indicated. A manual switching unit allows the employee to individually specify a status for display. The switching unit can be implemented, for example, using a touch-sensitive or gesture-controlled screen as well as suitable peripherals.Likewise, switches may be present that are arranged individually or in conjunction with the screen.

[0010] Furthermore, the switching unit can be part of an office communication device, simplifying the design of the workstation status display system and reducing the number of components. For example, the sensor-controlled switching unit is part of a workstation computer to which sensors can be connected via suitable interfaces, such as USB or wireless interfaces such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or NFC.

[0011] A status can, for example, be a reservation of a workstation when someone is currently unavailable, a request not to be disturbed, availability, or a call status, for example for making a phone call. It can also be used to check whether certain room features are accidentally activated, or whether they have been authorized by an employee, accidentally reserved or used, or whether they have been forgotten to be deactivated, switched off, or released. Furthermore, notifications can be given that a break for exercise or a change in body position is appropriate. In addition to the office communication devices belonging to the workstation, the lighting belonging to the workstation or work group can also be adjusted to suit requirements.

[0012] Preferably, the illuminated display is embedded in the outer edge or surface, for example, near the outer edge of the tabletop of the office furniture. The screen would preferably be arranged, for example, embedded in a surface such as the surface of the tabletop. However, adhesive or screw mounting is also possible if necessary, allowing for retrofitting, for example. Connections to office communication devices and / or room furnishings can be easily implemented, for example, via the standardized USB interface, via the network, or via conventional wireless interfaces.

[0013] The sensor-controlled switching unit enables the display of information resulting from the sensory data recording of the use or presence of the user. This can relate, for example, to the occupancy of a chair, the proximity of a computer mouse, keyboard, or tabletop, or the approach of a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet PC. For this purpose, various sensors capable of recording functions of room furnishings and / or environmental conditions and / or vital signs are connected to the sensor-controlled switching unit.

[0014] The optical workstation status display system can, in particular, prevent disruption to office work. By displaying the usage status, the workstation status display system can also help easily monitor existing workstation capacity, for example, in open-plan offices, call centers, or libraries, and ensure flexible and effective use and allocation. The workstation status display system can thus display the various statuses. Depending on the design, these different statuses can be repeated regularly, one after the other, in an alternating sequence, or displayed side by side. This creates a multifunctional workstation status display system that serves to display different statuses.A screen can also be used to display information or instructions on the above-mentioned displayable states or to make adjustments to the status, office communication devices, room furnishings and / or applications.

[0015] Room equipment includes, for example, lighting equipment, acoustic equipment, heating equipment, air conditioning equipment, ventilation equipment and locking devices as well as room sections such as meeting areas, which are used, changed or required depending on the employees and their area of ​​responsibility and must also be taken into account by others in this context.

[0016] Examples of applications include telephony applications with computer-controlled call distribution, chat applications, or other user-related or employee-related applications to which employees or users log in and out. Examples of applications also include booking programs, for example, for rooms.

[0017] According to an advantageous embodiment of the invention, the illuminated display is arranged or integrated into vertical sections of a table structure, in or on at least one outer edge of a table top, in or on the surface of a table top or in an office furniture wall. The surface of the table top is understood to include not only the upward-facing surface but also the downward-facing surface (underside). By arranging the illuminated display on the downward-facing surface as the underside, indirect illumination of the foot area or the area beneath the table top is achieved, which not only displays the workstation status but also enhances the room ambience. The illuminated display arranged or integrated on the outer edge(s) of the table top can, for example, be achieved as a circumferential workstation status display, which can thus be seen from a wide variety of perspectives.In addition, work tables or desks equipped with these devices can be arranged as desired, as a specific area of ​​the surrounding workstation status display is always visible. For this purpose, for example, light guides with a single or multiple distributed light sources can be provided. With the distributed light sources, different states of the workstation status display can be assigned to different areas.

[0018] The vertical sections of a table structure include, for example, the table legs, wall-like paneling, or other structural elements with a vertical extension. The workstation status display can also be arranged on these. Depending on the specific circumstances, this can be arranged vertically or horizontally.

[0019] The appropriate integration of the illuminated display ensures it is clearly visible. This allows for an attractive visual design of the office furniture. This integration avoids the distraction of illuminated displays protruding from the surface. A wraparound workstation status display can also be provided here, where appropriate.

[0020] According to the invention, the illuminated display is designed to be circumferential, band-like, segmented and / or individually controllable as a running light. For example, individual illuminated displays can be individually controlled to create a running light. On the other hand, it is also provided that the illuminated display is designed as a running light and can be controlled accordingly. The circumferential or band-like design of the illuminated displays enables, for example, better perception from different viewing angles. Running lights or flashing lights, optionally with different colors, can also be implemented. The band-like arrangement of the illuminated displays also enables various design options. This enables a continuously changing and cyclically repeating display. Alternatively, segmented illuminated displays can be used to display different states in parallel and simultaneously.This allows these status indicators to be constantly visible, preventing the indicators from changing, thus avoiding oversight or prolonged waiting for the next, repeated display. However, a continuously changing and cyclically repeating display is also possible with the segmented LED display.

[0021] To enable more complex status displays, according to one embodiment of the invention, the illuminated display comprises at least one multi-color LED. This allows different colors to visualize different uses and employees depending on the status to be displayed.

[0022] Furthermore, the workstation status display system comprises a screen which, according to the invention, is arranged or integrated into the table top or is glued or screwed to the surface of the table top of the desk or work table. The at least one screen can be arranged or integrated into or onto the surface of a table top on at least one outer edge of the table top. An embodiment not according to the invention provides for this to be possible in or on vertically aligned sections of a table structure and / or in an office furniture wall. A further embodiment not according to the invention provides that the screen can, however, alternatively or additionally also be the screen on a workstation computer or a mobile device, which also includes a portable computer or smartphone, whereby existing office communication devices with a suitable screen can be used efficiently.Advantageously, the screen is touch-sensitive and / or can be controlled or operated via gestures and / or includes an input unit for adjusting the status in relation to the office workstation and / or office communication devices, applications, environmental conditions, and / or the employee. By incorporating gesture control, changes to the status or further operation can be easily made.

[0023] In addition to displaying corresponding status indicators, changes to the status, settings, or other actions can be made. These include, for example, adjusting or acknowledging the respective status, adjusting environmental conditions such as lighting and air conditioning, as well as workstation settings such as the desk height. Rooms can also be operated or booked, or other relevant functions can be performed. Information on vital parameters, particularly with regard to inactivity, can also be displayed, and employees can be given appropriate advice and recommendations regarding beneficial changes. Information on the quality of the environmental conditions, for example, air quality and ambient noise, can also be displayed.This screen can also display notes, information, or availability of office communication devices and rooms, as well as their ambient conditions, such as temperature and air quality or usable equipment. Information on the respective energy consumption of the workplace and any potential for energy savings can also be displayed.

[0024] The displays and customization options mentioned as examples can be implemented independently of one another and are determined by the respective requirements.

[0025] The sensor-controlled switching unit is advantageously connected to an infrared sensor, proximity sensor, motion detector, noise sensor, energy consumption sensor, temperature sensor, gas sensor, vital sensor, gyro sensor, and / or a contact closure. The sensors monitor environmental conditions such as temperature, air quality, ambient noise, presence sensors, and / or energy consumption, as well as vital parameters, to provide the user with information or recommendations to change their behavior or to actively change the environmental conditions, for example, by changing posture from sitting to standing, taking a break for exercise, or by selectively ventilating the room.

[0026] The gyro sensor or multiple gyro sensors, optionally paired with a closing contact, detect movements of office chairs or other objects, building equipment, or office furnishings. For example, an employee standing up and the resulting movement sequence and speed of the chair indicate a departure from the workstation and thus trigger an adjustment of the employee's status in the applications or office communication devices and on the LED display or screen. In particular, if the employee fails to actively change their status, the status can be changed reactively.

[0027] In this way, doors and their opening direction or movement direction and speed can also be recorded accordingly.

[0028] Furthermore, by recording the speed of movement of office chairs or other objects, building equipment or office equipment independently of one another, panic detection is enabled in addition to simple usage and condition monitoring and can also initiate an alarm.

[0029] Due to the locations of use, the gyro sensors and any closing contacts are preferably connected to the switching unit via a radio interface, although wired connections to the switching unit are also possible.

[0030] Energy consumption sensors, for example, can be used to detect devices that have not been used for a long time and, via targeted control, switch them off or put them into sleep mode, or turn off unnecessary lighting. Infrared sensors or motion detectors can detect and indicate the presence of people in rooms that are not or only partially visible. A closing contact can be used to clearly indicate the occupancy of a chair or the locking of a door from the outside. The proximity sensor enables the detection of an employee's presence directly at the respective workstation.

[0031] For example, presence sensors can be used to determine whether or not an employee has left their workstation. In combination with, for example, a schedule, the relevant calendar, or the detection of a mobile device outside the building, conclusions can be drawn, after which the employee's status and thus the status display can be adjusted accordingly. This can also involve shutting down the workstation and computer, for example, or putting it into sleep mode.

[0032] In this way, appropriate messages can be sent to employees who are not present but are currently logged on to the corresponding workstation, after which the employee can decide what should happen with the status display settings as well as with the workstation and the computer.

[0033] The aforementioned status indicators can advantageously be displayed on a computer screen or on the screen of a mobile device. Settings or other actions as described above can also be performed via the computer or mobile device. The displays and customization options can be implemented independently of one another and arise from the respective requirements.

[0034] The display and operation on the aforementioned screens are carried out independently of each other and independently of the illuminated display, so that parallel or separate operation of the respective screens and the illuminated display is possible.

[0035] Office communication devices preferably include telephones, computers, printers, scanners, copiers, fax machines, and / or other network devices. Mobile devices such as smartphones or tablet PCs are also included. Accordingly, the usage status of the devices and the status of the respective employee can be displayed, or notifications can be provided to the employee. In particular, the display can prevent disruption during telephone calls.

[0036] By connecting to network devices, such as a switch, router, or server, displays for these devices can also be shown remotely, as well as for other workstations, office communication devices, or users simultaneously or sequentially. This enables interfacing and networking with other applications, office communication devices, or users.

[0037] This makes it possible to show which devices or applications are blocked, available, or even disrupted by or for other users.

[0038] According to a further development of the invention, the at least one interface is designed as a programmable control unit. Alternatively, the illuminated display, the screen, and / or the interface interact with the control unit. The control unit enables the implementation of complex displays via the illuminated display, depending on the input signals from the office communication devices or manual input, according to user requirements, or based on the sensors. These displays enable the display of complex information in conjunction with multiple illuminated displays or illuminated displays consisting of multiple segments and multi-color LEDs.

[0039] Preferably, the control units are programmable according to user requirements, for example by connecting to a computer or server.

[0040] According to a further embodiment of the invention, an acoustic output unit and / or a vibration unit is connected to the workstation status display system. The acoustic output unit and / or a vibration unit can, for example, emit, output, or generate a warning tone or a largely silent vibration signal in the event of disruptive approach of persons or critical malfunctions of the workstation status display system or office communication devices. Likewise, the acoustic output unit and / or the vibration unit can also be used as an appointment reminder (alarm clock).

[0041] The acoustic output unit can also be designed to enable the output of speech signals.

[0042] According to an advantageous development of the invention, a user management application, an electronic reservation system, and / or a recognition unit are connected to the workstation status display system. Through the connection to the user management application and the electronic reservation system, the workstation status display system can indicate an existing or upcoming reservation of the workstation as well as the employee's availability for telephony or chat applications.

[0043] The recognition unit enables personal user recognition. The recognition unit can capture biometric data or read codes from a user or company ID card. Knowing the users enables, for example, the billing of workstations in libraries or the creation and monitoring of co-working spaces, as well as a bidirectional connection to office communication devices to set user preferences.

[0044] Advantageous embodiments of the invention are explained in more detail with reference to the drawings.

[0045] They show: Fig. 1 a view of a table top of a work or desk from below with integrated illuminated display of a workstation status display system, Fig. 2a view of a table top of a work or desk from below with integrated illuminated display and with integrated screen of a workstation status display system, Fig. 3 a side view of a table top of a work or desk with integrated illuminated displays of a workstation status display system and Fig. 4 a schematic representation of a workstation status display system with illuminated indicators and interface to a telephone.

[0046] In Figure 1 1 shows a view of a section of a desk top 6 of a workstation or desk 6 from below with an integrated illuminated display 1. The workstation status display system according to the invention comprises at least one illuminated display 1 implemented with LED lamps. Two illuminated displays 1 are shown here, which are embedded at a corner in the adjacent vertical surfaces of the outer edges, i.e., a vertical section of the desk top 6.

[0047] In a specific embodiment not shown, the illuminated display 1 has an interface 2 to an office communication device 3, an application and to a sensor-controlled switching unit 4, 5, wherein the at least one illuminated display 1 is designed via multi-color LEDs to display the status with respect to an office workstation and / or office communication devices, applications, environmental conditions and employees.

[0048] In this exemplary embodiment, the office communication device 3 is a workstation computer with a screen 9 and a network connection. A chat application, for example a service hotline application, is also present on the workstation computer, to which the user logs in and out. The chat application communicates via the network connection with a server, which is also an office communication device 3. A telephone is also present as the office communication device 3, which is connected to a telephone system with a network connection or is embodied as an IP phone or similar. The telephone thus has at least a logical and functional connection to the other office communication devices 3. The telephone can also be a softphone application of the workstation computer or an application of a smartphone, which has a network connection to at least one of the other office communication devices 3.This means that the telephone status of the employee or the workplace is also recorded, since an employee can make telephone calls while away from the workplace using suitable mobile devices such as smartphones, cordless telephones or headsets, meaning that the workplace is empty but still not free.

[0049] Thus, essential workplace functions are initially provided.

[0050] In addition to the office communication devices and the chat application, a sensor-controlled switching unit 4, 5 is also present, which in this specific embodiment is connected to the workstation computer via a USB interface. Alternatively, the sensor-controlled switching unit 4, 5 can also have a connection to the network. A temperature sensor, a gas sensor, a noise sensor, and a vital sensor are arranged on this switching unit 4, 5. The temperature sensor and the gas sensor monitor the temperature and the room air quality and, in the event of unfavorable deviations or ambient conditions, either bring about an immediate change or provide indications of a change. The noise sensor detects ambient noise to alert the concentrated employee that the background noise level is unfavorable and is or could be causing distractions.

[0051] In this specific embodiment, the illuminated display 1 is connected to the workstation computer as an office communication device 3 via a USB interface. A suitable application program on the workstation computer represents the interface 2 to the other office communication devices 3 and records the respective user status of the application. In addition, the sensor data from the sensor switching unit 4, 5 is recorded and, after appropriate processing, made available to the application program as an interface for the illuminated display 1. Depending on the status of the employee's office communication devices 3 and the sensor detections, the illuminated display 1 shows, for example, a green light for free, a red light for occupied, a yellow light for free but absent, or a blue light to raise awareness of unfavorable environmental conditions.For example, if different states occur simultaneously, they can be displayed side by side, in parallel, or one after the other.

[0052] To assist the employee, the respective states can also be displayed on the workstation computer's screen 9. In addition to the display, certain states can also be changed, such as logging in and out of applications or the telephone, switching on lights, or operating office communication devices 3.

[0053] In addition to the ambient conditions, vital parameters can also be recorded, particularly with regard to one-sided posture or prolonged immobility. This can be done using vital sensors, which, like the other sensors, are connected to the switching unit 4, 5 or directly to the office communication device 3. The vital sensors can be worn on the body, for example, or coupled with a mobile device, for example via Bluetooth, which then transmits the corresponding vital parameters to the office communication devices 3 via the network connection, so that these vital parameters can also be displayed on the respective screen 9.

[0054] In addition, the office chair is equipped with one or two gyro sensors and a contact closure, which detect the movement of the respective office chair via a wireless interface and detect when an employee stands up. Based on this and the subsequent movement of the chair, it can be concluded that the employee has left their workstation. If the employee fails to log off from the applications, the employee's status is adjusted via the switching unit 4, 5 and the office communication devices 3 in relation to the applications and via the interface on the LED display.

[0055] The light indicators 1 are connected, for example, wirelessly or via cables and an interface, which is a hardware and / or software interface not shown, to various office communication devices and / or sensors not shown in order to display the status of the office communication devices belonging to the workplace or the use of these devices with the light indicators 1 as shown.

[0056] The openings and cable guides required for the inlet of the illuminated displays 1 into the desk top 6 are realized, for example, by corresponding millings in the downward-facing surface 10 or in channels in or on the downward-facing surface 10 of the desk top 6.

[0057] In addition to the Figure 1 is in Figure 2Additionally, a screen with gesture control is embedded in the upwardly facing surface 10 of the desk top. Corresponding connecting cables are routed through milled cable ducts in or under the desk top 6. In a simpler version, the screen 6 is touch-sensitive.

[0058] Figure 3 shows the side view of a Fig. 1 known desk top 6 with integrated illuminated displays 1 of the workstation status display system.

[0059] In Figure 4In a further exemplary embodiment, a system for displaying workstation status is shown, comprising two multi-segment LED displays 1 on a desk top 6, an interface 2 to a telephone 3, a manual switching unit 4, and a sensory switching unit 5. The telephone 3 is shown here as an example of an office communication device 3. The interface 2 is connected via connecting lines 7 to the LED displays 1 and a power supply unit 8, for example, a power supply unit 8.

[0060] Here, interface 2 to telephone 3 is also interface 2 for signals from the manual switching unit 4 and the sensor switching unit 5, and is connected to them via connecting lines 7. The connecting lines 7 are preferably connected to interface 2, the office communication devices 3, and the switching units 4, 5 via standardized plug contacts. Alternatively, wireless data transmission can also be implemented.

[0061] The interface 2 is designed here as a control unit 2 for controlling the illuminated display 1. The control unit 2 is capable of processing the individual incoming signals from the individual office communication devices 3 and / or sensor switching units 4, 5 and controlling the illuminated display 1 in a meaningful way.

[0062] For this purpose, the control unit 2 is directly connected to the workstation computer as an office communication device 3. Alternatively, the control unit 2 can be connected to the network. This allows all required information and statuses to be collected on the workstation computer using suitable software and transmitted to the control unit 2, or the control unit 2 can query the other office communication devices 3, with or without applications, and the switching units 4, 5 via the network. The control unit 2 then controls the LED display 1 accordingly.

[0063] The control includes the control of individual segments of the illuminated displays 1. Thus, various, even complex, status signals relating to the workstation can be displayed by the illuminated display 1 via multi-color LEDs or flashing and / or running lights. The control unit 2 can expediently be implemented in such a way that it can be programmed via a computer (not shown) according to specific user requirements, or it can generate, monitor, and transmit the status displays to the control unit 2 via network devices such as switches, routers, and servers, thus controlling the illuminated display 1 accordingly.

[0064] In addition, a screen 9, for example that of the workstation computer, is provided, which displays the status indicators and can also display other information. In another particular embodiment, an acoustic output unit is provided, which discreetly generates a perceptible sound and thus draws attention to a specific unfavorable condition. Instead of a sound, a vibration unit can also be provided, which uses suitable vibration patterns to indicate conditions and draw attention.

[0065] By using a recognition unit which is connected to the respective workstation computer as an office communication device 3, logging in and out of the respective applications or the telephone system can be realized, for example via mobile devices, for example via NFC or via transponders. Summary of reference symbols

[0066] 1- Light indicator 2- Interface, control unit 3- Office communication device, telephone 4- Manual switching unit 5- Sensory switching unit 6- Table top, desk top, office furniture, work table, desk 7- Connecting cables 8- Power supply unit, power supply 9- Screen 10- Surface

Claims

1. Desk (6) or worktable (6) as an office workstation with an office workstation status display system, wherein the office workstation status display system comprises at least one electroluminescent display (1) and at least one screen (9) for displaying status information regarding the use or availability of this office workstation or an employee at this office workstation, wherein - at least one electroluminescent display (1)is configured to be individually controllable and formed as a continuous band, strip, and / or running light, and is arranged or integrated in or on at least one outer edge or underside of a tabletop (6) of the desk (6) or worktable (6), or in the surface of the tabletop (6) of the desk (6) or worktable (6), and at least one screen (9) is arranged or integrated in the surface of the tabletop of the desk (6) or worktable (6) or adhered to or screwed onto the surface of the tabletop of the desk or worktable, wherein the electroluminescent display (1) and the screen (9) at least one interface (2) is connected to at least one application for a user management application, with an electronic reservation system, and / or a detection unit, wherein at least one electroluminescent display (1) and at least one screen (9) are at least configured to display the status in relation to the desk (6) or worktable (6) as an office workstation and / or the applications, environmental conditions, and / or the employee.

2. The desk (6) or worktable (6) as an office workstation with an office workstation status display system according to claim 1, characterised in that the screen (9) is touch-sensitive and / or controllable or operable via gestures and / or comprises an input unit for adjusting the status concerning the office workstation and / or the office communication devices (3), applications, environmental conditions, and / or the employee.

3. The desk (6) or worktable (6) as an office workstation with an office workstation status display system according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterised in that the electroluminescent display (1) comprises at least one multicolour LED.

4. The desk (6) or worktable (6) as an office workstation with an office workstation status display system according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterised in that the office communication device (3) is, for example, a telephone, a computer, a printer, a scanner, a copier, a fax machine, a network device, or a mobile terminal.

5. The desk (6) or worktable (6) as an office workstation with an office workstation status display system according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterised in that the sensor-controlled switching unit (5) is associated with an infrared sensor, proximity sensor, motion detector, sound sensor, energy consumption sensor, temperature sensor, gas sensor, vital sensor, gyroscope sensor, and / or closing contact.

6. The desk (6) or worktable (6) as an office workstation with an office workstation status display system according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterised in that at least one interface (2) is configured as a preferably programmable control unit (2) or that the electroluminescent display (1), the screen (9), and / or the interface (2) interact with the control unit (2).

7. The desk (6) or worktable (6) as an office workstation with an office workstation status display system according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterised in that an acoustic output unit and / or a vibration unit is connected to the workstation status indication system.

8. The desk (6) or worktable (6) as an office workstation with an office workstation status display system according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterised in that the screen can display instructions or information about the office communication devices and / or room furnishings and / or environmental conditions and / or vital parameters.