Productivity
Commercial building and facilities management resources for corporate facility executives, building operators and facility managers in all industry and service sectors. Productivity articles below.
What Is A Scope Of Work And Why Does It Matter?
By knowing exactly what a Scope of Work is and what it should contain, you can get your budget estimate off to a strong start, setting your project up for success even before kick-off.
Smart Buildings And Workplace Strategies For The Future
Flipping the switch to LED lighting is no longer simply about optimizing energy use: When combined with sensors, controls, and networks, buildings become smart—gaining even greater efficiencies.
Friday Funny: Is A Tidy Office The Key To Happiness?
A cluttered work area can make employees unhappy and stressed. On the other hand, it could win you $5,000.
Three Tips For Effective Power And Charging Solutions
With the rise of mobile technology and more millennials in the workforce, productivity depends on effective charging solutions.
Five Steps To Encourage Active Commuting
Only 3% of the American workforce commutes to work by bike or on foot with any frequency, despite many clear benefits.
Wellbeing, Technology Drive Workplace Productivity
Employers are prioritizing total wellbeing and embracing technology to drive workplace productivity and employee satisfaction, according to a new survey from Buck.
Staying Smart And Safe: A Facilities Team Guideline
Consider these simple safety habits to prevent facilities workers from experiencing workplace injury.
Friday Funny: 15 Coolest Workplace Perks For 2019
Nap rooms, free beer, and on-site farmer's markets are just some of the creative job perks companies will use to lure employees next year.
Opioids In The Workplace: Employers Need To Act
A new survey by The Hartford shows opioids are having a growing impact on the workplace, and urges employers to take action now.
Friday Funny: ‘Tis The Season To Be Shopping
Despite their bosses' concerns over productivity and security, 64% of employees plan to shop online at work this holiday season. Which cities are most guilty of "workshopping?"
Co-Working Expected To Rise Dramatically
Companies project nearly one-fourth of global workforces will use co-working spaces in five years, according to recent survey.
Workers In LEED Green Buildings Are Happier, Healthier, More Productive
Healthier, more sustainable buildings give employers a hiring edge to attract best in class talent, according to a new USGBC survey.
69 Percent Of Employees Are Tired At Work
Workers in construction, transportation, manufacturing, and utilities have more risk factors for fatigue, but are less concerned about it, finds NSC report.
How Long’s Your Lunch?
A new survey finds more than half of workers take 30 minutes or less for lunch, and 29 percent of employees admit to working during their lunch breaks.
Deep Cleaning The Winter Blues Out Of Schools
The school year has just started, but it's never too early to plan ahead: Deep cleaning over the winter break can help create a healthy and safe learning environment.
TP4 Telephone Booths By Boss Design
These new phone booths offer alternative private acoustic workspace for today’s evolving workplace.
OSHA To Kick Off Safe + Sound Week
Over 200 organizations and businesses will partner with OSHA to promote the importance of workplace safety and health programs August 13-19.
Outdated Tech Makes Workers Feel Less Productive, More Likely To Quit
Nearly half of workers employed by technology laggards feel like outdated devices are limiting their productivity, according to a new Unisys Corporation study.
Most Employers Negatively Impacted By Tired Employees
An employer with 1,000 employees can expect to lose more than $1 million each year due to employee fatigue, according to new NSC survey.
Five Key Trends In Alternative Workplace Strategies
A new study looks at five top trends within today’s workplaces, and compares the findings to the initial research from over a decade ago.
Natural Light In Workplace Design
Cultivating a healthy indoor environment can begin with sound daylighting strategies.
Office Coffee Service: If You Brew It, They Will Work
In honor of National Donut Day, we take a look at the donut's favorite sidekick, coffee, and its potential for boosting employee productivity and retention at your facility.
Hidden Threats To Facility Operations
Gaps in operational excellence are linked to hampered productivity, unnecessary repair costs, and retiring staff.
Is There A Battle Over Temperature Raging In Your Office?
Fifteen percent of workers have argued with a coworker about office temperature, and 19 percent have secretly changed the temperature during the summer, according to a new CareerBuilder survey.
Question Of The Week: Do Better Lunch Breaks Make Better Employees?
The hour-long lunch break may be dead, and its demise may be killing employee job satisfaction at American workplaces, according to a recent survey by Tork.
New WorldGBC Report Urges Companies To Make Green Improvements
The World Green Building Council report highlights the economic benefits of green building and showcases improved occupant satisfaction when health, wellbeing, and productivity features are implemented in existing green structures.
Majority Of U.S. Employees Feel Distracted By Technology At Work
More than a third of millennials use their phones for personal activities up to two hours during the workday, according to a new report from Udemy.
Flexibility Has Positive Impact On Productivity
Companies that discontinue remote work and other forms of flexibility undercut productivity and collaboration gains, according to new research from the Flex+Strategy Group.
Did You Miss Our Tackle Allergies & Asthma In Your Facility Webinar?
View this free video webinar and learn the cost of allergies and asthma, how cleaning for health can remove allergy triggers from indoor air, and simple ways you can reduce contaminants from facilities.
ASID Shares New HQ Post-Occupancy Research
The American Society of Interior Designers has made available post-occupancy research for its new WELL and LEED certified headquarters in Washington, DC.
Five Tips To Create An Inspirational Office
Aesthetics and the overall look of your office have more to do with employee satisfaction than you might think. Here's how to create a workspace that will inspire, boost employee morale, and retain talent.
Why Workplace Cleanliness Is Key
Providing a clean and hygienic workplace is one way businesses can make a significant positive impact on the health and safety, productivity, and satisfaction of employees.
Remote Working: A Work In Progress
As demand for remote work options increase, facility planners should assess organizational culture and processes to ensure workplace design that fosters productivity for all employees.
Workplace Design Matters To Millennials
New study finds office design and aesthetics are playing a greater role in recruiting young talent.
