In this edition of our Spotlight newsletter, we wanted to highlight some friends of ours who are doing what they can to keep their businesses running in this very unusual time. We are still working at DLO, with much of our focus on hospital projects. Some of our regular clients have also felt that now is a good time to get those internal jobs tied up while their offices are empty. However, for the safety of our staff and our clients, we have made significant changes to the way we operate. … [Read more...] about DLO Spotlight – Adjusting to COVID-19
Companies Making a Difference
Hi everyone! We hope you're all staying positive and optimistic through this crazy time. We thought we would take a minute to brighten your day with a newsletter acting as a mini highlight reel of some incredible things companies and individuals are doing in our community right now 1. BLG Law Office During this time of hardship, it gives us great joy to highlight a company that is doing its part to help our community. Last Friday, we had the pleasure of picking up two full bins of … [Read more...] about Companies Making a Difference
How Plants Can Increase Productivity In the Workplace
How Plants Can Increase Productivity in the Workplace Office plants matter more than most people realize; research suggests they can bolster workplace well-being considerably and are instrumental in increasing productivity. As well as looking pretty, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of calm and peace plants bring to the table. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg (or should that be canopy?). As a LABS member – or even if you just happen to be a fan of all things flora – check out the … [Read more...] about How Plants Can Increase Productivity In the Workplace
15 Easy Ways to Go Green in the Office
The average person spends over 90,000 hours of their lives at work. So instead of focusing all of our sustainability efforts on just being greener at home, why don’t we go green in the office, too? It’s really not that hard, and you probably already do some of these things- but what other #littlegreensteps can you take to go green in the office? Here are 15 things you should start doing to help save the earth at work. 1. Go digital! Did you know that 45% of printouts end up in … [Read more...] about 15 Easy Ways to Go Green in the Office
Happy New Year!
With 2020 finally here, you'll hear people say "new year, new me" on multiple occasions. This points to resolutions they're making to bring about some major changes in their lives; things like eating healthier, paying off debt or traveling more. Whether or not we believe in resolutions, this time of the year inspires us all to reflect and figure out ways to improve. While there's nothing wrong with setting goals, the thought process that goes into this saying does a disservice in … [Read more...] about Happy New Year!
Happy Holidays!
From our team to you and yours! The 12th annual DLO Client Appreciation Party was once again a huge success! It was an amazing evening between clients and business colleagues filled with lots of laughs, drinks, and so many awesome dance moves all night long. Thank you ALL for being so supportive of us throughout the years, we couldn't appreciate you more! “Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly merry Christmas.” From all of us here at DLO, we are … [Read more...] about Happy Holidays!
Top 5 Office Design Trends boosting Productivity
Companies can't afford to leave their employees’ well-being and productivity to chance anymore. What does your workplace need to look like so that your organization can keep up? Office design trends have the ability to boost productivity and foster a culture of happiness Such trends are inspired by the new world or work movement and are strongly backed up by scientific evidence. Here are our personal favourite workplace design trends: 1. Company DNA … [Read more...] about Top 5 Office Design Trends boosting Productivity