Are You Ready for a (Diaper) Change?

| Mark Tiongco

When it comes to day-to-day operations in business, most owners and managers often have their bases covered in terms of accommodating their customers.  However, is your business ready for every emergency?  Most parents have countless stories about awkward (and often inopportune) diaper-changing situations but the question is, can your business handle these particular emergencies?  While baby changing stations are common in daycares and retail establishments, many large employers such as Google and Disney also offer amenities such as dry cleaning services and daycares for their employees.  If your organization is somewhere in between a small business and Fortune 500 company, this post is definitely worth your time. Having a solid baby changing solution not only keeps your customers happy but also your employees which are both considered the lifeblood of any organization.

When searching for a great baby changing station, here are several ideas to guide your search:

Versatility at a Moment’s Notice

For diaper-changing situations that demand an adaptable solution, the Economy Series Wall Mounted Baby Changing Station by Foundations is available in a horizontal or vertical model since every organization’s layout is different.  It also offers a baby seat mount option so you don’t have to worry about monitoring one baby while changing the diaper of another.

Economy Series Wall Mounted Baby Changing Station

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Reception Desks: Always on the Front Line

| Mark Tiongco

While first impressions are critical in the world of business, the question that is often not asked is “What is the first impression we want our vendors, customers, and visitors want to experience?”  Of course the natural answer is “professionalism” but there are other factors that can help distinguish your organization from the competition which could be the tipping point that closes the sale.  The right reception desk that matches your organization’s unique corporate culture and ambiance is what will leave a positive and lasting first impression to everyone that walks through your doors.

Here are several ideas that can help you determine which reception desk is right for your organization:

Unique Reception Desk for a Unique Layout

Is your business or non-profit in a location such as the corner suite of a corporate building with a unique office layout?  Then an L-Shaped Desk might be just your cup of tea.  L-shaped desks are designed to maximize space by granting the employee two work area spaces with ample room for storage.  The Pronto L-Shaped Desk by Marvel is perfect for offices that have the main entrance located on the side and gives the receptionist space for storing and paperwork, office supplies, and other critical day-to-day business operations-related materials.

Pronto L-Shaped Desk by Marvel

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How to Get More Out of Active Seating Arrangements

| Mark Tiongco

Active seating (aka flexible seating) is all the rave in the academic furniture community. The idea that all students are comfortable in the same type of environment is definitely antiquated.  Teachers want students to learn in an environment where they are comfortable and most open to their instruction. The best way to accomplish this is through a variety of options for where and how they do their work.  A solid active seating arrangement helps to maximize both student learning potential and your school’s furniture expenditures while creating a fluid and dynamic learning environment for changing curriculum.

Here are several ideas to help guide you through your active seating search:

Adaptive Desks for Adaptive Chairs

One way to keep your students engaged is by providing a standing height table solution to complement active seats.  The Apex Series Double Student Stand-Up Desk by Marco Group provides a standing height table that is sturdy and easy to move.  In addition, it offers ample space to study and take notes, supports a dry-erase option, and is height-adjustable to accommodate sit or stand learning preferences.

Apex Series Double Student Stand-Up Desk by Marco Group

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3 Fun Fall Bulletin Board Ideas for Early Childhood Classrooms

| Mark Tiongco

The fall season is virtually upon us which means descending leaves, crisp air, and being surrounded by pumpkin spice everything.  Add display flair and décor for your classroom to help your students get into the full swing of the changing weather.  A solid bulletin board not only conveys classroom information but it can also create a warm and welcoming ambiance for the fall season.

Here are several bulletin board ideas that can add a refreshing theme to your classroom:

We’re Nuts About Fall Board

Looking to upgrade or replace a worn-out or torn bulletin board? Then the Wrapped Edge Fab-Tak Bulletin Board by Best-Rite is the board for you! Featuring a washable and tackable surface, this bulletin board panel allows you to turn a wall into a bulletin board area while being available in multiple sizes and colors.  It can be easily cleaned and turned to match the fall season by utilizing the “We’re Nuts About Fall” conversion: Use brown construction paper for the ground and make a tree out of crumpled paper grocery bags. Add different multi-colored leaves, some falling to the ground. Print off a template of a squirrel for each child, let them color it and put their name on it. Place the squirrels with a few acorns under the tree and add the caption, “We’re Nuts About Fall.”

Wrapped Edge Fab Tak Bulletin Board by Best-Rite

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