Her favorite Taylor Swift song greets her when she gets home from work, and it brings a sense of comfort because her house is smart enough to know what she wants. Another person is grateful his home knows when to lower the thermostat during peak hours. A push notification lets yet someone else know that a flood sensor is going off in his home while he is away on business. But he does not panic because luckily, he paired the smart sensor with a motorized valve ball that can automatically close a valve once a leak is detected. These are just a few scenarios showing how customization is becoming ..read more

More companies than ever (think pharmaceuticals, cleaning supply makers, and the food and beverage industry) are improving productivity by adding digital printing to their label facilities. But not all digital label presses are created equal — or deliver equal results. Follow these three tips to maximize your return on investment from your digital label press: Prioritize reliability. Invest in a press that consistently performs to your color accuracy, registration, and uptime specifications. When you prioritize reliability, you help minimize downtime and ensure you can meet customer demand. F ..read more

The obituary for the check has been prematurely written. Almost half (46%) of consumers have written a check in the last 30 days.1 Not quite dead, indeed. Has check volume been declining for a number of years? Absolutely. In 2015, 18.1 billion checks were written. By 2021, the Federal Reserve reported 11.2 billion checks were written.2 11.2 billion is still a big number. Will check volumes continue to decline? More than likely. Will checks become obsolete? Very, very unlikely. If checks will continue to be a critical financial instrument, the question you should be asking is, “What are we goin ..read more

Today’s teachers are working hard to help students recover the educational, emotional and behavioral growth that was interrupted in the last few years. But successful teachers have had to change some of their tactics. For example, with student attention spans decreasing, educators are rethinking their classroom lessons. They still want to provide the same instruction, but they need to offer the instruction in shorter time blocks or use a variety of teaching methods to create immersive experiences that increase engagement. As the art and science of teaching become more complex, educators must f ..read more

Selling custom T-shirts may not sound like a safe business idea for a lot of people. There are a lot of entrepreneurs in this niche, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t substantial scope and opportunity yet to be explored. The truth is, no matter how saturated a field is, there’s always going to be some aspects that are neglected. For new entrepreneurs hoping to break into the industry, ensuring you have a clear foundation and progression path ready will be critical.  In this article, we will explore some of the different aspects you want to keep in mind if you want your custom T-shirt busi ..read more

With the right tools and spark of imagination, you can create novel, engaging experiences that capture the attention and captivate even the most demanding audiences. For projection mappers at all levels — from novice to pro — larger-than-life displays synchronized to music, immersed in interactivity, can become unforgettable shared moments. Immerse yourself in this interactive expert guide to discover what consumers crave and how top AV professionals are bringing these novel experiences to life. Or click on the image below to view the static PDF: The post Innovate with Creativity Projection M ..read more

Teachers rely on a variety of tools in the classroom, but the ones that are most valued have several things in common. They make teaching easier for the educator and more engaging for the students. They’re easy to use, reliable and non-intrusive. They offer multiple ways to enhance lessons. Best of all, their capabilities grow as technology advances, offering infinite teaching possibilities. One tool that checks all of these boxes is the modern classroom projector. Teachers increasingly rely on these laser projectors to drive engagement and enrich the educational process. Engaging students acr ..read more

You can prepare and file your own taxes online for free if your adjusted gross income is $79,000 or less. Paying a professional to do your taxes is an option if your financial circumstances are complicated. You should file a return even if you can’t afford to pay the tax you owe to avoid additional penalties. No matter how many times you do it, filing a federal tax return can cause a lot of stress. And that stress can be intensified the longer you wait to do it. If that’s the case for you, take a deep breath, collect your thoughts, and follow these 5 steps to work your way through the proc ..read more

Creating your dream office, whether it’s a home office or a corporate workspace, involves much more than just selecting the right furniture and decor. It’s about crafting an environment that not only reflects your professional image but also enhances productivity, creativity, and well-being. This guide will walk you through the steps to designing an office space that aligns with your vision and goals, and how to manage the logistics of setting it up. Planning out your dream office space can be exciting and allows you to customize your workspace to suit your needs, boost productivity, and creat ..read more

The smooth operation of an office is crucial for maintaining productivity, efficiency, and overall success. From small startups to large corporations, every organization relies on effective office operations to function optimally. In this article, we’ll explore the various strategies and best practices for ensuring smooth office operations that drive growth and innovation. Smooth office operations are the cornerstone of productivity and success in any workplace. From seamless communication to efficient document management, every aspect of office functionality plays a crucial role. A well-organ ..read more