The following organizational method is proposed as one way to help people find what they need and therefore be as effective as possible in their workplace. It is called the Triple A model and consists of a time based (i.e. frequency of use) way of staging information. The three components are active, anticipated and archived.
Active – This is the zone for your most frequently used information (hot projects, daily files, calendar, “to do” lists, etc.) It is located closest to your primary work area.
Anticipated – This area is near your main workspace (within sight and in easy reach) and is good for storing materials that are frequently referenced, but may not be used on a daily basis.
Archived – Furthest away is the archive zone and is best used for material that is dated, referenced infrequently and considered “archival.”