October 22, 2020
We’ve been talking to you about workplace hygiene for a while now. (Have you seen our Clean Your __ __ __ video?) If you can still […]
October 7, 2020
We get a lot of questions about whiteboards. How do you pick the right one? There are so many styles. Why do some cost so much more than others? What’s the difference? How can I tell which ones are the good ones? The truth is there aren’t bad ones and good ones. It’s just that they’re meant for different purposes. As experts, we’re here to break it down for you.
September 30, 2020
Three Reasons To Give Gratitude Now We can all agree that this has been a stressful year. From COVID and business difficulties to politics and natural […]
September 14, 2020
As your employees transition back into the workplace, you want to make this process as stress-free as possible. Have you considered upgrading your breakroom offering to increase comfort and cleanliness?
August 28, 2020
We’ve all been focusing a lot on health and safety in our workplaces lately. While it’s important to address germs and hygiene, don’t forget one of the original safety issues: injuries and first aid.
August 20, 2020
Let’s get your to-do list to-done! The to-do list is a mainstay of the work day. Neurologists say it’s important to make lists. It clears your […]
August 3, 2020
In speaking with our customers it’s clear that everyone is more concerned than before about keeping their workplace clean. Everyone wants to be as germ-free as possible, but many of the products we depend on for de-germing are hard to come by. So what do you do? Well, we would say, “Don’t panic.”
July 17, 2020
Remember March? It was going to be such a fun month. The Illini were going to make a long run in the tournament. Opening day for the Cards and Cubs was just around the corner. We were going to drink green beer in a crowded bar full of strangers. Ah, the good ol’ days.
Next thing you knew, you were working from home from your dining room table. Maybe you borrowed a couple pillows from your living room to make those oak dining chairs more comfortable (why are there 18 pillows on your sofa anyway?). Maybe you just struggled through it. Or maybe you even bought an inexpensive chair from a big box. Regardless of how you’ve been coping with your seating situation so far, here are some reasons why now might be a good time to consider investing in a new home office chair.
June 8, 2020
Do you have a reopening plan? Five questions to get you started It looks like Central Illinois is on track for a gradual reopening of most […]
May 12, 2020
Let’s make your new day at work great During Illinois’ stay-at-home order, we’ve been hard at work finding solutions to help you get back to work. […]
March 22, 2020
We’re here for you throughout shelter-in-place On Friday, March 20, Governor Pritzker issued a shelter-in-place directive for the state until April 7. Under the directive, Rogards […]
March 17, 2020
We’re safeguarding your health (and ours) As you are all aware, the COVID-19 pandemic is having a real impact on our local community, our state, and […]
December 12, 2019
Our new shopping website launches Feb 1. The day has finally come! Our current eCommerce website will no longer be live after the end of the […]
October 7, 2019
Sneaky savings We’ve all been there. You need to cut down on expenses so you switch up your supplies to save on what you buy most. […]
September 13, 2019
Sneaky savings We’ve all been there. You need to cut down on expenses so you switch up your supplies to save on what you buy most. […]
July 25, 2019
Sneaky savings We’ve all been there. You need to cut down on expenses so you switch up your supplies to save on what you buy most. […]
July 18, 2019
Save 95 minutes a week…from your restroom Yes. You read that right. Making a few small changes in your restroom can give you back up to […]
June 19, 2019
Sneak in some meeting space “Where are we meeting?” It’s a question you hear over and over again at work, in offices both big and small. […]
June 6, 2019
Oiling your shredder can add years to its life, and it's actually incredibly easy. In fact, we can show you how to do it in just under 30 seconds.
April 30, 2019
Yesterday’s downpour might be the best sign yet that spring has really come to central Illinois. If spring holds true to pattern, it won’t be the last storm we’ll see. That's why we’re sharing a few tips on getting your business ready to brave any storm that comes our way.
February 18, 2019
Oh, February. It’s central Illinois’ most confusing month. Freezing rain and snow one day, spring temperatures the next. Is it just us or does there seem to be a bit of a chill in the air even on those warmer days? (Can heaters get confused?) For those of you who have spent most of your morning dreaming of warmer temperatures, the kind that stick around for more than a day, we’ve put together these tricky tips for sneaking a little extra warmth to your work space. Worried you won’t be able to get the purchases approved? We’ve even provided some additional arguments for why you might need these items – just in case “But I’m cold” isn’t enough.
March 19, 2018
Rogards will relocate into a 14,400 square foot office, showroom, and warehouse space being constructed by The Atkins Group as part of their Prism Warehouse development. As part of the move, Rogards plans a heavy emphasis on using the new space for a furniture showroom, a project that was already underway in the current location.
August 1, 2017
Teamwork makes the dream work, am I right? We’ve seen for a number of years the “open office” trend that involves lowering panel heights (or removing panels all together) and encouraging collaboration amongst employees. So now that more employees are collaborating and working together across departments and teams, companies are realizing that they frequently need to hold small, impromptu meetings throughout the day.
July 18, 2017
By now, you’ve likely heard the phrase “sitting is the new smoking.” I’m not sure I would personally go that far, but 7 out of 10 office workers do report experiencing some back pain while sitting at their desks.