Entries Written By Susan Weston
10th Sedus RUN with a new record number of participants
On 14 September, the Sedus premises in Dogern were once again the meeting place for running enthusiasts from across the region. With a new record number of participants, at over 400 runners, and a colourful supporting programme, the company run was a huge success. Since 2012, the Sedus RUN has been the ideal opportunity to …
Ductile spaces: the new generation of offices
In order for workplaces to adapt to the current and future changes of hybrid work, welcoming spaces that promote comfort, flexibility and a sense of community are required. To support this change, space models have been developed that enable flexible management of the four C’s (collaboration, communication, concentration, contemplation) and promote the concept of a …
To go to the office or not? – The advantages and disadvantages
The question of whether we should go to the office or work from home comes up time and again. However, there is no clear answer, as both have their advantages and disadvantages. Exactly what these are, and how they affect our work and our lives, depends very much on individual preferences and circumstances. The advantages …
Living appreciation – working at Sedus
At Sedus, a sustainable business relationship begins with our own employees – because people with individual strengths, different needs and common goals work here. To ensure that the talents of its employees can develop optimally, Sedus has been focusing on active appreciation for decades, which is reflected in several ways. Social responsibility through two foundations …
Insight into the world of Microsoft 365: An interview with Florian Sandmann-Reetz
In an increasingly digitalised working world, expertise in the use of tools such as Microsoft 365 is becoming more and more important. Florian Sandmann-Reetz, an experienced trainer and expert in this field, gives us exciting insights into his work and his view of the future of the world of work in an interview. With almost …
The role of work
The role of work in each individual’s life is a highly personalised matter, but since the pandemic and the generational shift in recent years, there has been a noticeable change. In the hybrid society, the central role of work in life is one of the most dynamic factors. The current shift is being driven by …
Why Sedus: GEFÄSSERIE in Fuchsstadt – a case study
GEFÄSSERIE in Fuchsstadt, Germany, specialises in contract and vertical greenery with a focus on sustainability in harmony with nature. At the beginning of the year, the team moved into its new company building, which is seen as a pioneer for a natural working environment. The workstations were equipped with high-quality office furniture from Sedus. A …
Life in the hybrid society: A new paradigm of work, space and identity
The spread of hybrid working models not only marks an adaptation to current challenges, but also signals a profound shift towards a hybrid society. This ‘post-creative’ society is aware of the fact that the boundaries between real and fake, public and private, physical and virtual, analogue and digital are becoming increasingly blurred. This ambivalence characterises …
SA8000 – A top-class certification for social responsibility
Social Accountability International’s SA8000 is the most widely recognised standard for managing human rights in the workplace. As an auditable standard, it assures all stakeholders of a company that its management takes social responsibility seriously. Sedus was the first office furniture manufacturer to receive certification in 2023 and is one of only 14 companies in …
EPI – What is an environmental product information sheet?
Open communication about all environmentally relevant information concerning a company, its products and processes creates transparency. One instrument that ensures transparency at Sedus is the Environmental Product Information (EPI). The data sheet is available to download for more than 100 Sedus products. It discloses the emissions of the products and enables a detailed analysis of …