Spotlight on the keyboard: what to know when buying one

By Facio UK - Facilitating Innovation and Opportunity
Aug 05, 2017

We still spend half of our computer time using our mouse, but we are increasingly being encouraged to make more use of the shortcut keys. That makes having a good keyboard essential. What should you be aware of when buying a (compact) keyboard? EU directive for Computer Keyboards Ever since IBM introduced [...]

The history of ergonomics

By Facio UK - Facilitating Innovation and Opportunity
Jul 11, 2017

Ergonomics is mainly known as the science of improving workplaces to enable workers to use their computers in a safe and productive way. But how and when did ergonomics, and with it the scientific study of mankind in relation to his environment, actually begin? The first publications about work-related complaints date [...]

Is the UK finally adopting flexible working?

By Facio UK - Facilitating Innovation and Opportunity
Jun 20, 2017

Although the Netherlands has long been hailed as the pioneers of flexible working in Europe, research conducted by the Action and Research Centre (RSA) in cooperation with Vodafone has revealed that flexible working has also become fully integrated on the work floors in the UK. No less than 77% of [...]

Bespoke monitor mounts: “Whatever you need”!

By Facio UK - Facilitating Innovation and Opportunity
May 19, 2017

Facio specialises in custom designing and manufacturing high-performing monitor mounting solutions for complex projects. A demanding project requirement needs a specialist with trusted experience and resources. Facio specialises in custom designing and manufacturing high-performing monitor mounting solutions for complex projects. From industrial equipment to patient care applications, our channel specialists partner closely with customers and [...]

Work smarter with your tablet

By Facio UK - Facilitating Innovation and Opportunity
Mar 08, 2017

FacioUK introduces the innovative TabletRiser: the all-in-one solution for the heavy users of iPads or tablets. This tablet holder is the solution for being able to work comfortably with a tablet more often and over a longer period of time. TabletRiser: comfortable working with a tablet The tablet outgrew its gadget phase a [...]

How to work SMARTER and feel BETTER in the office

By Facio UK - Facilitating Innovation and Opportunity
Feb 17, 2017

Here's a great video with some excellent ideas to help you to work smarter and feel better in the office: If that's inspired you to improve your office ergonomics, then GET IN TOUCH - it's what we do! [...]

Five tips for an increased work productivity in 2017

By Facio UK - Facilitating Innovation and Opportunity
Jan 04, 2017

It's January, which means that the Christmas holidays have come to an end. Often workers return from the break with refreshed vitality and it’s important to hang onto that energy boost, so that it won’t be gone by the end of the first week of work. The restart after the holidays [...]

UltraStand now available for all the professional laptops from HP, Dell and Lenovo

By Facio UK - Facilitating Innovation and Opportunity
Nov 18, 2016

The lightweight, extremely thin UltraStand laptop stand from BakkerElkhuizen is now available for all the most recently issued professional laptops (such as HP, Dell, Lenovo, Fujitsu). The UltraStand is an innovative integrated laptop stand that acts as a second skin to your laptop. This almost invisible, wafer-thin accessory makes a [...]

NEW… Ergonomic, centrally-positioned desk mouse

By Facio UK - Facilitating Innovation and Opportunity
Oct 10, 2016

Every computer user has individual preferences when it comes to an ergonomic mouse. Our friends at BakkerElkhuizen frequently enlarge their mouse family or goes in search of new alternatives. Recently they added a number of centrally positioned mice to their portfolio, which we at Facio absolutely love! View this video to [...]

England leads the way in International Flexible Working Survey

By Facio UK - Facilitating Innovation and Opportunity
Aug 02, 2016

We are now able to share the results of the 'International Comparative Flexible Working Survey' with you. Below you will find the most important conclusions of the survey of BakkerElkhuizen in which no less than 400 HR professionals in Germany, England, the Netherlands and Belgium participated. England leader in flexible working! Flexible working [...]