The Changing Pace of Work (Part 1): How task analysis has evolved
by Joanne Allpress – Senior Ergonomics Consultant When people think of a DSE assessment, they often think about chairs, desks, screens, and posture. However, one of the most important aspects of any ergonomics assessment is understanding the task itself. In fact, one of the things I find myself explaining most often during assessments is that I […]
The Ghost at the Desk: Britain’s Presenteeism Crisis and What We Can Actually Do About It..
By Eilidh Stewart-Barritt, COO Inspired Ergonomics Every day, millions of people drag themselves to work, physically present but mentally somewhere between their bed and a GP waiting room. Whether you run a five-person accountancy firm in Sheffield, manage a hospice in Hertfordshire, or lead a team of 5,000 in a Whitehall department, the cost of […]
Nichola Adams Joins the Conversation on BBC Radio
There’s something powerful about hearing important conversations discussed out loud. Recently, our founder, Nichola Adams, was invited to speak on BBC Radio, sharing her expertise on ergonomics, workplace wellbeing and the growing impact our working environments have on both physical and mental health. You can listen to the interview here:BBC Sounds Interview For Nichola, this […]
“Homeworker Chair” Explained: What It Really Means (and Should You Use One in the Office?)
Blog written by Joanne Allpress, Senior Ergonomics Consultant A “homeworker chair” isn’t just a post-COVID trend, it’s a practical, cost-effective type of task chair that became far more visible during the rise of remote work. Designed to balance affordability, comfort (and often home-friendly aesthetics), these chairs also meet strict UK fire safety standards typically using CMHR […]
Ergonomics for Neurodivergents: Could the future of inclusive work start with human factors science?
Blog written by Eilidh – Ergonomics for Neurodivergents: Could the future of inclusive work start with human factors science? It’s Neurodiversity Celebration week, and I have been thinking a lot about the challenges currently faced in the workplace by neurodivergent people and the organisations they work for, not least because professionally, it is my […]
We’re Treating Whole People… In Pieces. And It’s Costing Us Everything
We’re Treating Whole People… In Pieces. And It’s Costing Us Everything by Nichola Adams Happy Chinese New Year – Welcome to the Year of the Horse. A year of energy, momentum, and breaking free from what no longer serves us. Feels like the right moment to talk about something that’s been quietly holding organisations back […]
Beyond Posture: How Ergonomic Design is Shaping Community-Building Experiences and Fostering Customer Loyalty
One trend that’s reshaping the business landscape is the power of community and how it helps to build customer loyalty. Organisations are seeing that retaining customer loyalty goes beyond offering discounted transactions; it’s about creating a sense of community. Ergonomics can play a pivotal role in shaping those memorable community-building experiences! Consider the last time […]
Don’t Forget Your Health This Christmas!
That’s it, Halloween is over, so next we will see people starting to plan Christmas! Where has the year gone? Amidst the planning of office parties, team get togethers and yule time merriment at home it’s crucial to understand that we can’t forget about ergonomics and good health! Give yourself and the people you work […]
Form or Function?
Form follows function! Or does it? The architect Louis Sullivan coined the above maxim, referring mainly to the field of architecture, however we have often seen this principle applied in the design of ‘ergonomic’ solutions. Ergonomic design principles aim to create products, environments, and systems that are optimised for human use, enhancing comfort, efficiency, and safety. Good design […]
From ‘Your Back’, to the Future
Ergonomics and the digital age. In the world of ergonomics, we often find ourselves in a fascinating paradox, much like the iconic film “Back to the Future.” Just as Marty McFly and Doc Brown navigated the space-time continuum, as ergonomists we are constantly straddling between today and the future. It could seem that ergonomists are […]
Leading the Way to Better Ergonomics
In our formative years, we instinctively engage in games like “Follow the Leader.” These childhood games teach us valuable lessons about leadership, teamwork, and the importance of setting a positive example. Just as children follow the leader’s actions, organisations can benefit immensely from leaders who lead by example in implementing better ergonomics. Leaders who prioritise […]
“When I Grow Up, I Want to Be an Ergonomist!”
You won’t hear many children say that! As a child, Nichola certainly didn’t have it in her head to follow an ambition to be doing what she does now. It is going to become increasingly important however, that we inspire the next generation to step into the dynamic world of human factors. We have an […]