Softwiring is a plug-and-play electrical system used to distribute power across desks and workstations without permanent hardwiring.

Softwiring uses pre-wired cables and connectors to deliver power to desks, workstations and office environments. Instead of traditional hardwiring, softwiring systems allow components such as power rails, starter leads and interconnecting leads to be quickly connected and reconfigured.

Softwiring is commonly used in office fitouts, commercial workspaces and data environments where flexibility and speed of installation are important. It enables faster installation, reduces the need for complex electrical work and allows power layouts to be easily modified as workspace requirements change.

In Australia, softwiring systems are typically installed as part of a compliant electrical setup, with connection to mains power carried out by a licensed electrician where required. This makes softwiring a practical solution for delivering safe, organised and scalable power distribution across modern workstations.