AI AND COGNITION AT WORK Exploring the impact on the human behind the screen
Written by Eilidh Stewart-Barritt, Neurodiversity Workplace Coach, DSE Assessor and Chief Operating Officer of Inspired Ergonomics. As a busy professional with ADHD and Dyslexia, I use AI to help me carry out work that would otherwise take additional hours, if not days or weeks, of extra time and mental capacity. In our business, we […]
“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 […]
Redefining Ergonomics
As passionate advocates for ergonomics and human wellbeing, we often find ourselves having to answer questions from those who still hold common misconceptions about ergonomics. Many still view ergonomics as merely ‘telling people off for not sitting properly’ or focusing solely on quirky mice designs! We really need to shift the narrative so we are […]
The Rise of Value-Driven Workplaces and Avoiding Burnout!
As burnout continues to be a problem in a workforce where the fast pace of modern life and work means employees often struggle to achieve balance. We are seeing people gravitate towards businesses that prioritise their wellbeing and promote better values. Statistics Show the Impact: A study by Gallup found that burned-out employees are 63% […]
The Message Is Getting Out There!
It has been good to see that the message about the benefit of good ergonomics is beginning to get out there past those already in the know in the sector. We recently found this article at HR magazine about “Why ergonomics is a smart financial investment for HR leaders” written by Marisa Dissanayake which highlights […]
How Do You Measure Success?
Do you believe that success is only measured by numbers on a balance sheet? Didn’t think so. So presumably you see the well-being and productivity of your most valuable assets, your employees as one of the values you want high on your priority list? So have you integrated ergonomics into your corporate culture? Is it […]
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 […]