Did you know that the presence of plants can increase your productivity? A 2010 study showed significant reductions in reported anxiety, fatigue, hostility and other negative emotions all too familiar during the workweek. Another study indicated that one houseplant per meter of space was enough to boost productivity by an average of 15% while improving memory retention and test scores. And even if you don’t believe in their stress-reducing and productivity-boosting benefits, there is no debating their beauty when placed around the office. Here are four that make great choices and aren’t too difficult to maintain. … Read More »

Employee scheduling is one of the most critical business operations. Even if you run a small business with a limited workforce, you still cannot ignore schedules. In fact, you need to schedule your staff effectively and efficiently if you want to get the work done. A fair and proper schedule creates order and flow in operations, minimizes conflicts and ensures the smooth running of the business. Hence, you must make sure that you have a proper employee scheduling system in place, irrespective of the size of your business. Here are some smart and effective workforce scheduling tips for small businesses. … Read More »

It is common knowledge that having a bright, clean, and attractive workspace is directly linked to the production of higher quantity and better quality work. If you are a manager and want to improve not only the productivity in your office but the overall ethos and wellbeing of your employees, here are some tips to help you. … Read More »

Moving offices is usually in itself a good sign and it most likely means that your business is thriving and that you need additional space to accommodate more employees or equipment. It can also mean that your revenue has increased and you now wish to move your business to a more attractive location. Regardless of the reason, the moving has to be orchestrated carefully since you need to be mindful of the employees, inventory and the working conditions at the new place so that the productivity is not hindered. … Read More »

Staring up a business could have manifested from a hobby that you have, or just an idea that you get when you spot a gap in the market. It can often be an exciting prospect when your business starts to grow, but while many businesses begin from home, this can often quickly not be an ideal option as things start to move forward. Often the big problem is when a business supplies products, and the need for more stock or expanding lines and product ranges. So what storage options could you consider? Here are some suggestions. … Read More »

One of the hardest things about running a business office is knowing how to keep it safe. Whilst you may have a number of different security measures in place, often it may feel as though you’re still not doing enough. If that’s the case, don’t worry, you have come to the right place. To help you ensure you’re protecting your office, here are 5 tips and tricks you can follow … Read More »

When an organisations' IT infrastructure has become outdated due to underinvestment, there is often a negative impact on staff to deliver the standard of service expected of them to their customer base. Difficulties and challenges arise as IT systems continue to age and no significant progress to modernise is achieved. Depending on the company and their ability to invest, there are so many IT services & solutions available - it can be difficult to know where to start. In this article we look at what you should be expecting from a managed IT services company in order to free up your (and your employee's) time. … Read More »

While the workforce is moving more towards digitalization for a number of things such as job applications and hiring processes. This can help any company by taking a bunch of stress off of their shoulders and allowing them to get employees trained quickly and effectively. … Read More »

All work and no play is a cliché. In the present world, millennials love working. We like staying busy; we love our job. There is an undeniably growing affinity towards startups. We enjoy our freedom both at work and at home. But when it comes to working, we all need to stay focused. And this requires the workstation or the work desk to be organized. But, organized is not synonymous to boring. Just a few changes and additions here and there can make a noticeable difference. It can make your work desk look organized, clean, and classy. … Read More »

The interior décor of your office can have a considerable impact on your business. The decorations in your workplace, or the lack thereof, directly impact the productivity, efficiency, happiness, and even the absenteeism of your employees. But apart from the workers, an inviting and beautifully decorated office will also significantly impact the perception of your […] … Read More »