Whether you’re totally new to ergonomics or you’re such an ergonomics fangirl or boy, you wear a “Go Ergo!” trucker hat around the office for fun, one thing is clear: ergonomics equipment can be costly if you’re not careful. Treadmill desks, for instance, can cost a pretty penny, especially if you buy a few of […]
Save your company money with ergonomics
Did you know implementing ergonomic products like Goldtouch into your workspace can help your company save significant money. In fact, one Fortune 500 company saved over $13 million in workers compensation claims by using Goldtouch ergonomics. Find out more about the economics of ergonomics in our blog category below, or watch our video on the topic here.
Planning & Budgeting for a Wellness Program
If you’ve been following along with all things Goldtouch, you probably know that we’re big fans of wellness programs. The science of ergonomics, after all, is all about customization and prevention. And nothing can prevent injury, illness and pain quite like a good wellness program. Done right, a good wellness program should be excellent medicine […]
Why Ergonomics is Worth the Investment
The term “ergonomics” may sound like corporate jargon, but its importance to the workplace can’t be overstated. Companies with solid ergonomics programs are better places to work, and they’re more profitable in the long term, too. This is as true in white collar offices as it is in construction sites and on manufacturing lines. In […]
The Top 5 Ergonomic Interventions With the Biggest Payoff
Last week as a part of our Economics of Ergonomics series, we took a look at the high costs of poorly designed workspaces. This week, we’ll dive into just what you can do about poor design. We are going to focus on the interventions that offer the greatest ROI. An ergonomic intervention is a must! […]
The High Costs of Poorly Designed Workspaces
From the executive suite to the breakroom, high quality office design is an essential part of making employees feel comfortable and valued throughout the workday. But it isn’t all about about feeling good. In fact, a well-designed workspace can mean the difference between a company that’s leading the market with its innovative product releases and […]
An Ergonomic Investment is a Smart Investment
It’s not difficult to understand how an ergonomic investment in workstation equipment benefits employees. Working comfortably means getting more done. Also, it means having more mental space to devote to creativity. Being pain free is also obviously great for the personal lives of employees. Employees won’t be limited in what they can do. But does […]
The Cost of Poor Ergonomics is High
Think the subject of ergonomics doesn’t matter? Think again. According to recent studies, summarized in the article Poor Ergonomics Linked to Musculoskeletal and Mental Health Problems, the cost of poor ergonomics is high. It is linked with serious consequences in terms of human health. In fact, a study out of the University of Leeds of […]
Wellness Programs Are Well Worth the Investment
At first glance, it may seem that the prime benefits of wellness programs go to employees — you know, the ones who get to enjoy all of those gym memberships and massages. That, however, is only a part of the story. according to an investigation into wellness programs at multiple local companies completed by a […]
With Ergonomics, Improve Productivity and Profits
When you see the word “ergonomics,” you probably think of the many benefits this field brings to the individual. After all, ergonomics is all about creating workspaces that can adjust to fit the bodies, behavior and working styles of each individual employee, with the clear goal of improving personal health. But businesses, after all, are […]
Ergonomic Solutions Don’t Have to Break the Bank
It goes without saying that most of today’s office jobs take a heavy toll on our bodies. All of that typing, hunching, craning and sitting for hours on end is quite literally a pain in the neck. Not to mention a pain in the back and joints, too! All of this discomfort can take a […]
