the arrangement of workspace so that work can be performed in the most efficient way. Office design incorporates both ergonomics and work flow, which examine...
The nature of work has changed considerably since the first cubicle was introduced in 1968. Today's workplaces need to be as adaptable and collaborative as the people inside them. Here’s how Microsoft and other large companies have redesigned their offices for the way people work now. .officeDesignPic...
Badly configured offices aren’t just killjoys — they kill profits, too. Here’s how smart companies use space to their advantage.Researchers have said for years that the physical workspace of a business factors directly into productivity, job satisfaction, and, yes — profitability. Yet relatively few companies practice what everyone...
A well-designed office is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to retain workers and make them more productive. Size Up Your Current Space Goal: Understand how well — or...
Want to make your employees more productive? Maybe you need nicer offices. Our image gallery of best and worst workplaces shows why design matters. by Karen Steen
[ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] THE OFFICE environment affects people enough to increase their productivity. Because we spend more than 10 hours a day in the office, it needs to be comfortable. If possible, the majority of workers should have a window view. When visiting clients who are fortunate...
With more than half a million visitors expected to flock to Central Baltimore this weekend for Artscape, the self-proclaimed largest free public arts festival in the country, business owners and the tourism board alike say they are excited for a chance to see Baltimore in the spotlight. ...
SOUTHPOINTE, Pa. -- ANSYS, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANSS), announced today that the global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes expects to release its second quarter 2008 earnings on Thursday, August 7, 2008. The Company will hold a conference call conducted by James E. Cashman III,...
Patent will cover lead sustained release opioid product, COL-003 until 2025 CUMBERLAND, R.I. -- Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc., a specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that a new patent has been issued by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office USPTO relating to its tamper resistant, abuse-deterrent formulation platform. US Patent...
Introduces Series of Social Networking and Educational Mobile Advertising Events NEW YORK -- As mobile advertising surges in popularity, JumpTap, the leading mobile search and advertising solutions provider, announces its fifth global office and its entrance into the advertising capital of the world, New York City. JumpTap has...
The second Royal Australian Air Force'sMulti-Role Tanker/Transport -- designated the KC-30B -- has begun itstanker conversion phase in preparation for the aircraft's entry intoservice. Outfitting of the #2 RAAF KC-30B started in early June after arriving atthe Qantas Australian Conversion Centre at Brisbane Airport, Australia. Itis the first of four...
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Two award-winning firms have joined forces and are pleased to announce the launch of T+L Architects, Inc., a full-service architectural firm based in Palm Beach County, Florida. The offices are located at 1717 North Flagler Drive, Suite 11, in West Palm Beach. Steve...
CALABASAS HILLS, Calif. -- The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (NASDAQ:CAKE) today announced the appointment of veteran marketing executive Mark Mears to the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, a newly created position. Mr. Mears will be responsible for all aspects of the Company's branding, including the development and...
Datameg Corp. (OTCBB: DTMG), adiversified holding company with subsidiaries in technology, foodpackaging, and other injection-molded products, today announced that it hasengaged RedChip Companies, Inc. to lead its investor relations formultimedia platforms. Through its subsidiaries, Datameg offers a wide rangeof products and services, such as Voice over Internet Protocol monitoringservices and...
HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. -- General Cable Corporation (NYSE: BGC) will webcast a discussion of its second quarter 2008 earnings on Wednesday July 30, 2008 at 8:30 a.m. ET. Chief Executive Officer Gregory B. Kenny and Chief Financial Officer Brian J. Robinson will discuss the second quarter results. The news release...
Opawica Explorations Inc. ("Opawica" the "Company")(TSX: OPW) announces the appointment of Ms. Sandra Wong, CGA, as Chief Financial Officer ("CFO") of the Company and member of the Audit Committee. Ms. Wong holds a Bachelors of Commerce degree in marketing from the University of British Columbia and obtained her Certified General...
Our kids have rules for playing in theswimming pool and on the playground, but what about rules for playingonline? Chief Toy Officer Elizabeth Werner has the latest tips on how to talk toyour kids about appropriate Internet behavior. She discovered a greatresource that is devoted to encouraging parents to...
Reaffirms Second Quarter Guidance and Updates Full Year 2008 Outlook ATLANTA, July 15, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Newell Rubbermaid today announced it is implementing a number of strategic initiatives designed to reduce the company's exposure to volatile commodity markets, including a restructuring of the company's product portfolio...
Chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease have reached epidemic proportions, affecting half of Americans and costing $1.5 trillion annually. But a little-known and relatively inexpensive tool called a TLC program has been shown to be effective in preventing, managing, or even reversing, many of our most...
Patient Access Solutions, Inc. (OTCBB: PASO),a leading provider of healthcare/financial processing solutions for thehealthcare, homecare and dental industries, announced today that theyrecently exceeded 750 installations in healthcare provider offices andhospitals. These installations consist of a multitude of services offered by PatientAccess Solutions. They include Real Time Eligibility, Claims Processing,Payment Solutions...
Tecra M10, Tecra A10 Laptops Provide a Superior Balance of Performance, Mobility and Security for Business and Education Users IRVINE, Calif. -- Toshiba's Digital Products Division, a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today announced the Tecra[R] M10 and Tecra[R] A10 laptop PCs with Intel[R] Centrino[R] 2...
