With the COVID-19 pandemic on everyone’s minds in 2020, smart lockers became a more critical feature in offices, housing, and retail. They also entered new territories, providing a contactless way for communities to protect their workers, deliver resources, and so much more. Our most-read articles from 2020 capture a year of challenges, changes, and opportunities. #1 Smart Lockers Provide Safe, … Read More
This year we’ve seen rapid adoption and evolution of technology to support safe and healthy work environments. A major goal of all this innovation is to create a contact-free experience that allows users to avoid interacting closely with others and touching shared surfaces. Think about how many contact points employees encounter from car to cubicle — the doors they enter, … Read More
It’s no secret that technology is the key to thriving in an ever-changing world. And 2020 has been a year of rapid technology adoption across industries. This year has also shifted the expectations of employees. Whether they’re still working remotely on occasion or have returned to the office full-time, health, safety, and convenience are at the top of their minds. … Read More
Remote work is here to stay. What started as a temporary measure has become a permanent movement for many businesses. More than half of executives intend to allow their office employees to work from home at least one day a week post-pandemic. And employees prefer the option, too — 72% would welcome the opportunity to continue working out of the … Read More
Recent times have put supply chain integrity and flexibility to the test. Only 21% of supply chain professionals say they already have a resilient network. But that will change — more than half expect to boost their resiliency within the next two or three years. Having a resilient supply chain allows companies to quickly recover from disruption. Well-equipped businesses can … Read More
In today’s new normal, hiring managers are conducting interviews virtually, sending out digital paperwork, and requiring employees to complete online training courses. But what happens when new hires need to visit the office or pick up items required for the job? Easy to use smart lockers provide safe, contactless transactions to quickly prepare employees for the first day on the … Read More
As employees start returning to the workplace, they’ll probably notice some changes to their office spaces and business procedures — specifically when it comes to keeping a safe distance from their clients and coworkers. Below are a few ways office buildings can adapt to encourage social distancing and prevent the spread of pathogens. Spaced seating and more barriers To follow … Read More
When it comes time to reopen your restaurant or store, it probably won’t look like business as usual. The pandemic has prompted business owners to put some safety precautions in place to prevent the spread of disease. So even though doors are starting to open, practices like stringent sanitation and social distancing aren’t going anywhere. To help retail and dining … Read More
If you have the right technology on your side, you’ll be rewarded with significant savings and profits. But there’s no shortage of technologies out there, and it can be overwhelming to wade through all the options and find the best investments for your commercial facility. Here are some tips for selecting the ideal tech for your property and determining what … Read More
There are a lot of office amenities that are nice to have — like fitness centers and rooftop gardens — but only some are worth paying more to rent. Corporate tenants who are keeping their budgets in mind will prioritize properties with practical amenities. They’ll weigh the benefits of what will improve the workplace experience for their employees versus the … Read More
