School Resource Officers (SROs) storing weapons at their schools may be a controversial subject. Whether or not this is allowed, must be a decision by the school, parents, and students, and the overall administrative team. However, if the decision is…
Today’s work environment is changing. Even offices that aren’t being built with shared space and adaptive technologies are seeing the need for increased security and flexibility. Real estate is moving towards smart technology, integrating security systems, heating/cooling, electrical/lighting, and electronics…
Vandalized laminate locker. Plastic laminate lockers are the new arrival in the arena of collegiate lockers, but are they the right fit for your space? As with anything, the answer often comes down to their location, required use, and maintenance.…
An internet search of the term “Locker Failure” offers several links, videos, and images of people trying to access lost combinations, pick stuck or jammed locks, or deal with other malfunctions. The irony is that these failures are not necessarily…
Building owners, business owners, and managers seeking the best use of space and increased employee productivity are considering coworking spaces and flex offices. The concept is that workstations that aren’t used 100% of the day can be put to better…
Co-working and open office space plans seem to be the new way to encourage creativity and collaboration. Proponents of the concept say it creates more transparency and relationship-building, while those who oppose it state it can be noisy, distracting, and…
If you’ve been considering adding or updating employee lockers into your workplace, you may be wondering how to integrate them. With new smart lockers, the process is simpler than ever before. Because they are able to be configured to any…
A quick search of Pinterest shows some creative ways teachers have come up with for maintaining a cell phone-free classroom. Suggestions range from shoe-holders converted to cell phone storage, to a basket of phones, and even written policies/and contracts. …
