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Envoy Announces the General Availability of its Hot-Desking Solution for the Rise of the Hybrid Workplace

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021

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  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Hybrid work is the new reality, as workers are embracing the flexibility and work life balance it brings.
  • However, hybrid models can be complex when it comes to scheduling, safety, and the employee experience, said Larry Gadea, Founder & CEO of Envoy.
  • In a recent survey of 800+ global workplace leaders, 54% reported adding at least some spaces designed for hot-desking to their workplace.
  • Envoy is transforming modern workplaces for hybrid work and safely bringing people together so they can connect, collaborate, and thrive.

New Study: 59% of U.S. Workers Who Have Not Yet Returned to the Office Are Worried About Safety

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Thursday, June 10, 2021

Hybrid work model inspires FOMO, productivity concerns

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  • Hybrid work model inspires FOMO, productivity concerns
    Many companies are also embracing the hybrid work model, under which workers divide their work time between home and office.
  • Only a quarter (24%) say they would like to work in their office or place of work all five days.
  • Roughly the same number (27%) say they would like to spend only one or two days a week in the office.
  • Neither are workers greatly concerned that choosing to work remotely may cost them a chance at a raise or promotion.

Gen Z Remote Workers Most Excited to Return to the Office - ADP Survey

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Many Canadian remote workers (44%) reported working longer hours compared to pre-pandemic times, but Gen Z remote workers (under 25 years old) have been the least likely of all generations to clock extra hours (31%).

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  • Many Canadian remote workers (44%) reported working longer hours compared to pre-pandemic times, but Gen Z remote workers (under 25 years old) have been the least likely of all generations to clock extra hours (31%).
  • When it comes to the prospect of returning to the office, the survey revealed that Gen Z remote workers are the most excited (36%) to return to the physical office, followed closely by Millennial remote workers (34%).
  • Gen Z workers were also more likely (34%) to note incentives offered by employers, which could be further motivating them to return to the workplace.
  • To support remote workers across age groups, many Canadian organizations have introduced new initiatives throughout the pandemic.

As we go back to work, remember to keep safety in mind

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

Suddenly, everyone not just the construction worker or plant manager had workplace safety top of mind.

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  • Suddenly, everyone not just the construction worker or plant manager had workplace safety top of mind.
  • Sure, its been about avoiding illness rather than accidents about clean surfaces, air flow and the space between desks.
  • But at the core its still about identifying health and safety risks and taking the necessary measures to mitigate them.
  • They need to keep safety utmost in mind.

Survey: US Businesses Face Historic Difficulty Finding Qualified Workers

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

NEW YORK, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Amid a rapid reopening of the US economy and a huge increase in demand for workers, a new survey from The Conference Board found that businesses are having immense difficulty finding qualified workers.

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  • NEW YORK, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Amid a rapid reopening of the US economy and a huge increase in demand for workers, a new survey from The Conference Board found that businesses are having immense difficulty finding qualified workers.
  • In fact, 80 percent of organizations hiring mostly industry and manual services workers report difficulty finding qualified workers, with 25 percent reporting it is very difficult.
  • Key findings from the new survey include:
    Both attracting and retaining qualified workers is a growing challenge, especially for organizations employing mostly industry and manual services workers.
  • Among those employing professional and office workers, 28 percent report difficulty retaining workers, up from 23 percent before the pandemic.

Scandinavian PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Market Report 2021: Disruptive Technologies Will Propel the Industry to 2025 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, May 21, 2021

b'The "Disruptive Technologies Will Propel the Scandinavian PPE Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com\'s offering.\nPersonal protective equipment (PPE) is required at worksites with any type of physical, electrical, heat, or chemical hazard.

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  • b'The "Disruptive Technologies Will Propel the Scandinavian PPE Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com\'s offering.\nPersonal protective equipment (PPE) is required at worksites with any type of physical, electrical, heat, or chemical hazard.
  • PPE of 7 major categories (above-the-neck protection, respiratory protection, hand protection, protective clothing, foot protection, fall protection, and gas detection) protects a user against workplace injuries and illnesses.\nThis research presents an assessment of the current status and future prospects of the Scandinavian PPE market.
  • It includes a breakdown of industrial sector employment numbers for each country in 2020.\nThe healthcare industry is excluded from this project.
  • The publisher has done a separate study that considers the COVID-19 pandemic\'s major impact and implications on healthcare.

Global Coated Fabric Market (2021 to 2026) - Featuring Contitech, Graniteville and Mauritzon Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, May 20, 2021

b"Global industrial protective clothing market is growing at a rapid pace.

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  • b"Global industrial protective clothing market is growing at a rapid pace.
  • Agriculture, food processing, law enforcement, chemical processing, medical, and military are major industries using protective clothing where participants must be shielded from chemicals, heat, biological contaminants, or other environmental risks.\nMoreover, government implementations such as Model Work Health and Safety Act in Australia and European Union's Directive 89/686/EEC are influencing industries towards industrial protective clothing adoption.\nStandardized safety protective measures implementation to the workers associated with industrial operations and safety packages used in rescue and swimming purposes is expected to further drive the protective clothing market.\nAll these factors are increasing the demand for aprons, chemical & hazardous material suits, clean room clothing, gloves, reflective clothing, footwear, and cut & slash-resistant clothing.\nRising penetration in transportation and protective clothing applications due to presence of numerous manufacturing companies is expected to drive coated fabrics market in the region.\nThe countries like China, Japan and South Korea have implemented strict regulations and measures ensure the safety of the workers.
  • For instance, China has implemented Workplace Safety Law in 2014 which ensures employees with all necessary safety equipment, including goggles, hard hats, and protective or other clothing.\nThe region is expected to witness over 6% growth owing to emerging business in chemical, automotive, and healthcare industry in South Korea, India, and Malaysia.\nChina is the world leader in infrastructure investments and has an array of railroad expansions planned during the forecast period.
  • The ongoing Belt and Road project, often cited as China's new silk road, acts as one among the major factors driving the infrastructure growth in the region.\nWith the existing stronghold in the infrastructure, power and oil sectors, the country is expected to witness a substantial growth over the forecast period.\n"

Henry Schein Donates More Than 2.5 Million Personal Protective Equipment and Infection Control Items to Non-Governmental Organizations for Front-line Health Care Workers in Brazil and India

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Robinson Foundation, announced its commitment today to donate more than 2.5 million personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection control items through Henry Schein Cares, the Company\xe2\x80\x99s corporate social responsibility program, to enhance the safety of front-line health care workers in Brazil and India as they combat the recent surge in COVID-19 cases.\nThis press release features multimedia.

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  • Robinson Foundation, announced its commitment today to donate more than 2.5 million personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection control items through Henry Schein Cares, the Company\xe2\x80\x99s corporate social responsibility program, to enhance the safety of front-line health care workers in Brazil and India as they combat the recent surge in COVID-19 cases.\nThis press release features multimedia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210519005856/en/\nMore than 2.5 million PPE and infection control products will be distributed to health care workers in Brazil and India.
  • Robinson, Henry Schein will distribute these products to several Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
  • Our Business, Clinical, Technology, and Supply Chain solutions help office-based dental and medical practitioners work more efficiently so they can provide quality care more effectively.

Squaremouth Maintains National Best Workplace Status Amid Pandemic

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

PETERSBURG, Fla., May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Squaremouth has been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in America by Inc. Magazine for the fifth consecutive year.

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  • PETERSBURG, Fla., May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Squaremouth has been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in America by Inc. Magazine for the fifth consecutive year.
  • The company - a travel insurance comparison site - rooted itself in two core goals when the company was founded in 2003: to be the best place to buy travel insurance, and the best place for employees to work.\nSquaremouth attributes its national recognition as a best workplace to its continual emphasis on company culture.
  • This became especially important during the Covid-19 pandemic, when Squaremouth transitioned into an entirely remote workplace.\nSquaremouth\'s key points of emphasis to maintain its culture during the pandemic were:\nThe financial uncertainty caused by the pandemic had an especially harsh impact on the travel industry.
  • This is especially important during the pandemic, so the company implemented weekly virtual meetings to share feedback and ideas, and hangouts to replicate happy hour.

ISEA Releases Online Tool Showing Safety Equipment Industry's Nationwide Impact

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Thursday, May 13, 2021

Clicking on a state enables users to localize the data even further by congressional district.\n"The safety equipment industry is a bright spot in the economy, serving as a stable revenue and job producer throughout the U.S.," said ISEA President Charles Johnson.\nThe online tool reveals how important the industry is both as an ongoing supplier of workplace safety equipment and as a source of essential personal protective equipment (PPE) for American workers.

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  • Clicking on a state enables users to localize the data even further by congressional district.\n"The safety equipment industry is a bright spot in the economy, serving as a stable revenue and job producer throughout the U.S.," said ISEA President Charles Johnson.\nThe online tool reveals how important the industry is both as an ongoing supplier of workplace safety equipment and as a source of essential personal protective equipment (PPE) for American workers.
  • The safety equipment industry provides head protection, eye protection, hearing protection, hand protection, foot protection, respiratory protection, safety apparel, fall protection, general safety and ergonomics equipment that support the health and safety of workers in agriculture, mining, transportation and communications, construction, manufacturing, services, sales, medical, government and other workplaces.\nLast year, the safety equipment industry generated more than 345,000 jobs, which included 29,642 manufacturing jobs, 33,566 wholesaling jobs, and 65,909 retailing jobs, among others.
  • Companies paid $22.2 billion in total wages during 2020, with the average wage in the industry being $64,500.
  • Since 1933, ISEA has set the standard for the personal protective equipment industry, supporting member companies united in the goal of protecting the health and safety of people worldwide.\n'