Tag: Productivity

extreme heat

OSHA Introduces Measures To Protect Workers From Extreme Heat

Enhanced, expanded measures apply to indoor and outdoor workplaces, are part of an interagency Biden-Harris administration effort to protect workers, communities.
Warehouse workers

Warehouse Workers Demand Better Technology

Lucas Systems' "Voice of the Warehouse Worker" study examines workers' relationships with technology as well as fears, expectations, perceptions about their jobs.
HVLS fans fabric ductwork

Heading Off Heat Stress

With the heat rising and productivity a concern at industrial facilities, keep workers safe and efficient with HVLS fans and fabric ductwork.
remote workers performance

Has Remote And Hybrid Work Helped Or Hurt Employee Performance?

Eagle Hill Consulting research reveals nearly half of remote, hybrid employees think team performance has improved during past two years.
college-age job seekers

College-Aged Job Seekers Embrace Remote Work

Nearly 70% of college-aged adults are likely to consider a job that is entirely remote, less than 20% would consider a position that doesn’t offer a remote work option.
Remote Work survey

How Much Do Today’s Employees Value Remote Work?

New survey reveals the majority of U.S. employed adults find remote work not only desirable, but a necessity in today's workforce.
Johnson Controls Norman, Oklahoma

Johnson Controls Adds Automation Equipment At Oklahoma HVAC Plant

To increase capacity and improve assembly productivity at its 900,000-square-foot, Norman, OK facility, Johnson Controls invested $7.5 million in new automation equipment.
Manufacturing Productivity

Manufacturing Productivity: Lack Of Digital Maturity Remains A Roadblock

A new iBASEt survey reveals U.S., U.K. manufacturers lag in modernization despite a surge of pandemic-driven investments.
Return to the Office

Return To The Office: Creating A Uniform Experience For All Employees

Working remotely may be convenient for employees, but it's a challenge for employers who need everyone to feel like they’re on the same team.
remote office work setups

Employees Crave Consistency Between Remote, Office Work Setups

Rewards outweigh the risks for employers and employees willing to adapt to a long-term hybrid work strategy, finds new Poly research.
Healthcare Flooring

Healthcare Worker Wellness And The Surprising Impact Of Flooring

Ergonomic flooring can improve productivity and patient care, reduce absenteeism and workman comp claims, and improve quality of life for healthcare providers.
workplace noise

No Such Thing As A Quiet Cubicle

From keyboard clicks to coworker chit-chat, workplace noise affects employee focus, cognition, and productivity.
Facilities Management Post-Pandemic

Did You Miss Our Facilities Management In The Post-Pandemic Era Webinar?

In this free video webinar, Michael A. Beauregard of IBM, Steve Weikal of the MIT Real Estate Technology Initiative, and Suri Suriyakumar of ARC Facilities explore the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on facilities management.
Starnet Flooring

What Role Does Flooring Play In Your Facilities?

Mark Bischoff, Starnet Worldwide Commercial Flooring Partnership, explains how a site assessment that includes a focus on floors will propel project success.
Hybrid Work

Organizations Need To Address These Critical Facets Of Hybrid Work

New survey shows employers must prioritize mental health, remote options, and improved technology to promote employee advocacy and better work-life balance.
building management system

How To Make Your Building Management System Future-Ready

By making the right key investments in building management systems, facility managers can ensure their buildings are refreshed and future-ready.
South Korea manufacturing

LG Smart Park Earns WEF Lighthouse Factory Status

The World Economic Forum recognized LG Electronics for the innovative digital transformation of its Changwon, South Korea appliance manufacturing facility.
Slate Technologies

Slate Technologies Launches Digital Assistant For Building Projects

New platform uses AI and machine learning to maximize revenue and productivity for construction projects.
health well-being

International WELL Building Institute Launches 12 Measures Of Health, Well-Being

New framework designed to help organizations lead with health and humanity across their organizational culture, strategy, and ESG performance.
Return To Office

Are Workers Ready To Return To The Office?

Majority of companies want staff back on-site, but half of employees surveyed said they'd look for a new job if required to be in the office five days a week.
Workforce Shortages Webinar

Worried About Workforce Shortages? Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead

During this free webinar, you'll learn the top 5 strategies that facility maintenance pros are implementing to overcome workforce shortages.
Webinar, Facility Capital Improvements

View This Free Video Webinar: Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning

A panel of Facility Management leaders discuss long-term planning challenges and answer questions about maximizing the value of conducting a Facility Condition Assessments (FCA).

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