Productivity
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Friday Funny: Wait… You Mean It’s NOT Saturday!?
More than a quarter of workers are late to work at least once a month. Here are the most outrageous excuses for their tardiness.
First Buildings In Singapore Register For WELL Certification
Paya Lebar Quarter is the city’s first project to register for the new global building standard focused on occupant well-being and productivity.
A Day In The Life Of Plant Management
Learn 10 ways to improve plant management operations — plus, find out how a facilities services vendor can improve the food processing experience.
Hotel Staff Stays Connected With Technology Trifecta
At the new Thompson Seattle, interdepartmental communication flows through a custom combination of device, app, and accessory.
Safety Programs Increase Productivity For Manufacturing Companies
New study reveals that 83% of senior management and operations personnel have observed an increase in productivity over time due to the implementation of a safety program.
LED Lighting And Circadian Rhythm
Lighting is an ever-present aspect of our everyday lives in and around buildings, and it also serves as a key trigger for our rhythmic clock.
Cyber Monday: More Employees Shopping Online At Work
Survey finds 53% of employees are using time at work to shop online, up from last year; nearly one in four employers say they’ve fired someone for using the Internet for non-work related activity, down slightly from last year.
Infographic: Surfaces Spread Cold And Flu Germs
Keeping surface areas disinfected is an important part of preventing the spread of influenza and the common cold in the workplace.
If Sitting’s The Problem, Is Standing The Solution? | Technology Meets Ergonomic Comfort
Thanks to research from heavy hitters like The Mayo Clinic, most of us are aware that excessive sitting is a serious health risk. That’s why VARIDESK made their products affordable and accessible to everyone - whether you sit in a cubicle or a corner office.
Green Offices Improve Productivity
Keeping staff healthy and happy improves productivity and boosts businesses’ bottom line, according to the World Green Building Council.
The Power Of Choice In The Workplace
The degree to which people can express their independence at work is influenced by the environment they're in and how they make use of the facility.
Friday Funny: Let’s Go Streaking! For The Love Of Coffee?
In a recent survey conducted by Staples, it was found that some office workers may take their reliance on a coffee break to the extreme.
Hack To The Future: Amping Up The Traditional Office
Your office doesn’t have to be boring, but it probably is. While not every facilities team can implement these five office hacks to jazz up their spaces, take them as inspiration.
Humanscale Earns Living Product Challenge Certification
The company is recognized for sustainable manufacturing practices for its ergonomic Float height-adjustable table and Diffrient Smart task chair.
Productivity, And The Power Of Place
To boost employee engagement, facility executives focus on creating spaces that accommodate physical, cognitive, and emotional demands.
Survey Says… Beverage Amenities Make A Difference
Many variables affect employee productivity — design, lighting, air quality, and more.
Boston Consulting Firm Invests In New HQ Space
Within the same building, Charles River Associates moved from a 30 year old space to one that supports 21st century work processes and technology.
Survey Upends Common Meeting Myths
A new global survey delivers surprising results about the amount of time employees spend in meetings, whether they consider them productive, and how and where they like to attend them.
WorkMax Resource Management by AboutTime
WorkMax is cloud-based resource management software that provides necessary information for local or remote workforces.
Catalysts For Office Productivity
With technology making it possible for many to work virtually anywhere, it’s important to provide spaces and amenities to help employees thrive.
Friday Funny: Is Pokémon Go A Workplace No-Go?
A dream come true for Pikachu fans, Pokémon Go can be a nightmare for companies that want to keep their email and cloud-based information secure.
Did You Miss Our “Your Air May Be Destroying Productivity” Webinar?
The accumulation of airborne pollutants can cost as much as $6,500 per employee per year in lost productivity. Watch this free video webinar and learn about the significant return on investment improved IAQ can have in facilities.
Outsourcing: Focus On Core Competencies
Outsourcing services is no longer a question of “should we or shouldn’t we?” but of “how much should we outsource to improve performance, and with whom?”
Global FM: Opportunities For Best Practices
Mergers, acquisitions, and other circumstances are expanding the global footprint of facility management operations.
Friday Funny: Wasting Time At Work
Whether they're searching for dates online, making macaroni art, or texting, a recent survey found two or more hours a day are lost in productivity because employees are distracted.
Material Handling Most Frequent Cause Of Workplace Injuries
Workers suffering sprains and strains average 57 days away from work, according to Travelers’ new Injury Impact Report.
New Service Spotlight: Staples Easy System
Facility managers order office supplies and services from any device using this purchasing platform from Staples Business Advantage.
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Meeting Room Booking Software | Condeco
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