If you’re thinking of cutting down on office plants as a way to cut costs in the current recession, think again. Not only do plants brighten up work environments and help keep the air clean; they also have positive psychological effects that translate into real business benefits. According to recent research conducted by academics at […]
A new website for PAs was recently launched to help them plan, organise and otherwise fill in knowledge gaps. www.personal-assistant-tips.com contains articles on a wide range of topics entailed in a personal assistant’s job, including minute-taking and travel tips. Other sections include ‘Virtual Assistants’, ‘Planning Meetings’, ‘Manage the Boss’, ‘Marketing’ and ‘Website Building’. It also […]
Despite the recession, over a quarter (27%) of office workers still buy branded office stationery over cheaper alternatives, according to a recent Comres survey which also found the Welsh (35%) more likely and Scots (21%) less likely to buy brands. The poll of 1,000 office workers nationwide was commissioned by National Office Week 2009 which […]
An multinational study by OfficeMetrics has revealed that UK office workers are coming into work earlier as the recession consolidates in grip. In fact, in most countries covered by the survey are seeing their workers becoming more punctual, though France and the US are exceptions. OfficeMetrics analysed the start times of 80,000 employees of organizations […]
An poll conducted by InfoSecurity Europe has found that 37% of employees working in the City of London said they would steal sensitive data from their employer if they were offered enough money. Researchers from the security firm questioned 600 commuters in the London Underground on matters of company information and job security and discovered […]
A poll of British workers conducted by the the confidential data destruction company, Shred Easy, has found that, not pens or notepads but toilet rolls are the most stolen product from the workplace. Tea bags and copier Paper are also popular with office scavengers. More seriously, so are USB sticks. Jim Watson, Managing Director of […]
Murdoch TV network Fox has commissioned a reality show series called Someone’s Gotta Go in which recession-hit businesses are ‘helped’ to cut costs by shedding employees. The Endemol USA-conceived show is already in production but Fox won’t yet say when it will be aired in the US. Each episode will feature a company with about […]
Deep Throat spilled the beans on Nixon’s involvement in Watergate. Sherron Watkins exposed the corruption and fraud endemic in the practices of her employer, Enron. But have you heard of David Sherwin? Sherwin of Fort Myers, Florida is the office supplies world’s own whistleblower. He was fired from his job as a senior accounts manager […]
Office fire highlights that smoking still a fire risk Office workers are required by law to smoke outdoors but this doesn’t mean that smoking no longer poses a fire risk. A recent fire in Douglas on the Isle of Man highlighted the potential risk of fire caused by cigarettes not properly stubbed out. The fire […]
While office workers acknowledge the importance of environmentally friendly workplaces and are keen to do their bit, they feel they lack the power and facilities to do so, according to a YouGov poll. Seventy-nine percent of UK office workers believe that being environmentally responsible at work as a big impact on the environment. Despite this, […]
Need some healthier lunch inspiration? Feeling the pinch on your bank account, and your time? Rising prices seem to be affecting everything, from groceries to energy. As a result, people are left looking for ways to cut back on expenses wherever possible. One expense that can quickly add up is lunch for work. To make […]
Setting up a small office, or already have one and need to make it more functional? Being a small team ourselves, we thought we’d share our list of the top 10 must-have items for your small office – some practical, some often overlooked, but all essential! Coat stand If you’ve ever walked into an office […]
4: Power on your mouse 5: Pair (if using Bluetooth) 6: Test 7: Adjust your settings (Optional) 8: Enjoy your wireless mouse Troubleshooting tips By following these steps, you should be able to set up your wireless computer mouse successfully. If you have any questions our team of experts is always on hand to help. […]
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