Supporting women in the workplace means creating a safe and inclusive work environment, which allows women (and all workers) to flourish. Firstly this means acknowledging the barriers women face in the workplace. Research shows women are still vastly under-represented in leadership roles and have less opportunity to advance. This is even more pronounced for Black, Asian and women from other ethnic minorities, as well as those identifying as LGBTQ+ and women with disabilities. Women are often overworked and under-recognised – taking on more caring responsibilities to junior colleagues. The CIPD ..read more

Accessibility in the workplace means everyone has equal access to the location, tools and tasks required to perform their role. But for many people with disabilities, this isn’t the case! International Day of People with Disability is a annual event that happens on the 3rd December. It raises awareness of the struggles in the workplace, and how we can prevent this these from happening in the future. We spoke to Robin Christopherson at AbilityNet about why they think #IDPWD is a cause everyone should support: “This day plays an essential part in raising awareness around the incredible potenti ..read more

When you’re looking to cut down on business costs, broadband deals are some of the first places you can look. Learn what broadband deals are and what to look for when you’re choosing a broadband deal to save your company money and take a step forward in managing your business finances in the future. In the world of business, keeping control of your spending is a must. Every penny can be the difference between turning a profit and making a loss, so cutting down where you can is a must. This includes cutting down on your overhead. Learn more about what broadband deals are, and how to find broad ..read more

The energy price caps in the UK are the highest they have ever been. As well as massively increasing the cost of living for domestic customers, this rise in energy costs is going to have a serious impact on businesses across the country. The best way to save money on your energy bill is to switch to green electricity with a supplier that matches your consumption profile. Let’s consider some of the steps you can take to compare green energy suppliers and reduce your energy bill this winter. Weathering energy price rises this winter Energy prices in the UK – and Europe – are at all-time highs. T ..read more

On the 19th of September 2022, we will join the UK in mourning the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. As a mark of respect we will be closing our doors on the day of the state funeral and will be back on Tuesday 20th September at 9am. The post Notice of Closure appeared first on Posture People ..read more

Making sure your employees have the correct equipment when working from home is really important. Studies have shown that those who work from home with a proper workstation set up are more productive. This is due to the comfortability of the space and equipment they are using. Working from home has rocketed from 4.7% in 2019, to 58% opting for hybrid working and 19% being remote in 2022. This sudden rise can be closely linked to the increase in back and neck pain to a whooping 55% across the country since the start of lockdown. So what should employers be doing to make sure their employees are ..read more

According to the NHS, back pain is the largest cause of absence from work in the UK. Most people will suffer from back pain at some point in their life and it can feel like stiffness, tension, or an ache. Making sure you have a healthy seating position at work is really important! In order to avoid aches you should move away from your desk every 30 minutes. A quick lap around the office or going to fill up your water bottle can be really effective when it comes to preventing pain. But what else can we do to help our posture? Here are 5 exercises you can do daily, sitting down or standing up wh ..read more

Collaboration and innovation; they’re closely linked. Employers are aware that the hybrid method of working – whereby we work some of the time from home and some in the office, is crucial to attracting and retaining employees. In a recent piece written for the BBC website Worklife, this is outlined in detail here. Many of us love the fact that hybrid working means less time commuting, more time with our families and often, more focused periods to work in. However, the so-called workplace ‘pull’ is also key to creating a work culture which people find supportive and interesting. Dave Blood of L ..read more

Folding or flip-top desks and tables (also sometimes referred to as ‘conference tables’) are the superheroes of space-saving combined with flexibility. They work in a wide variety of settings from conferences to schools, office space to homeworking. Usually, on wheels, the modern folding desk can transform an office into a conference space in minutes, creating the perfect space for a meeting or a display area for a presentation. Array by Senator Speedy set-up! Roll out one of the neatly stored-away tables and then, once in position, lock the wheels for safety, flip out the tabletop with slick ..read more

The traditional 9-5 has changed over the past couple of years and it looks likely that the trend for hybrid working will continue. Time at home, time in the office and – one step further, time outdoors is the new working week. Some businesses were well ahead of the curve, for example, Microsoft built outdoor office spaces back in 2017 and has been delighted with the results. The benefits of outdoor working, which, for so many of us, began during the pandemic as a way to ‘stay safe’ are now almost universally accepted. Increasingly, a wide range of studies reveal the fantastic benefits of some ..read more