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Working at Sedus 09/10/2024

Sedus trainees as guests in Ireland - an experience report

Every August, Sedus trainees in Dogern are given the opportunity to spend a month abroad. Until recently, this was possible in England, but since Brexit, the destination has shifted to Dublin, Ireland. The trip is supported by the European education programme Erasmus+, as well as our local partner, the Swan language school, which takes care of the organisation and the language course. Simon Troll, industrial clerk apprentice, reports on his experiences.
Workplace Design 07/10/2024

Hybrid configurations: spaces and worksettings in the modern office

Hybrid commons are the most accessible and public ‘core’ of the office. These areas are strategically connected to specific work zones, such as desk areas or meeting rooms, and act as the hub of the modern work environment.
Workplace Design 02/10/2024

black dot net: The net version of the classic office chair

The black dot net is the extravagant mesh version of the successful Sedus black dot model series. The distinctive silhouette is the result of the ‘springy’ connection of the backrest – with many ergonomic extras.
News 27/09/2024

The importance of human connections in the work environment

In an era in which the boundaries between work and private life are becoming increasingly blurred, close relationships at work are becoming more and more important. The term ‘workplace bestie’ describes a special friendship in the professional environment that goes far beyond the fleeting exchanges during a coffee break. These are colleagues who not only understand the challenges of everyday working life, but often make this stressful environment more human and pleasant. But what factors favour such relationships? In addition to personal openness, the working environment plays a central role.
Workplace Design 23/09/2024

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 welcoming "hybrid office".
News 18/09/2024

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.
Working at Sedus 18/09/2024

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.
News 13/09/2024

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.
News 11/09/2024

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.
Workplace Design 09/09/2024

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.
Sustainability 04/09/2024

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 Germany that are currently certified.
News 02/09/2024

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 not only the way we work, but also our entire way of life.
Sustainability 30/08/2024

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 the products in order to subsequently improve them from an ecological point of view.
News 27/08/2024

Blooming future - How Sedus combines technology and nature

Anyone currently visiting the Sedus site in Dogern is greeted by a beautiful meadow of flowers. But where did the idea come from to beautify the Sedus HQ, near the Black Forest, in this way?
Wellbeing 26/08/2024

Fits like a glove - how Sedus products promote diversity in the workplace

In a world in which individuality and different needs play an increasingly important role, products that adapt to the requirements of a wide variety of people are in demand. Sedus has set itself the task of developing office chairs that do justice to this diversity and at the same time fulfil the highest ergonomic standards. After all, ergonomics not only means sitting healthily, but also offering every person – regardless of gender, size, shape or personal preferences – the best possible comfort. In short: ergonomics that fit.
Wellbeing 22/08/2024

How do I adjust my workstation correctly?

Most people who spend a large part of their working day sitting at a desk can empathise: headaches and back pain as well as tension in the neck and shoulders. These problems can often be counteracted with correct adjustment of the workstation and a healthy sitting posture.
News 20/08/2024

se:flair – A new benchmark for ergonomic design in the modern working world

At a time when flexible working models and hybrid solutions are becoming increasingly important, Judith Daur has developed the se:flair swivel chair for Sedus, which is designed for both the office and the home office. This piece of furniture embodies a successful combination of ergonomic comfort and aesthetic design that blends seamlessly into modern working environments.
Wellbeing 17/08/2024

Healthy and delicious food at Sedus: a tradition since the 1950s

Anyone who works at the Sedus headquarters in Dogern can count themselves lucky: Here, employees are not only spoilt with culinary delights, but are also provided with healthy and sustainable food. Since the 1960s, wholefoods have been an integral part of the company philosophy, introduced by Emma Stoll.
Sustainability 16/08/2024

The Sedus Green Codex: A deep-rooted commitment to the circular economy

For over 150 years, Sedus, one of the leading full-service providers in the office furniture sector, has stood for quality and innovation. But this is not the only thing that sets Sedus Stoll AG apart. Sustainability is not just a buzzword, but a deeply rooted part of the company culture. With its specially developed Green Codex, Sedus sets standards and demonstrates that environmental protection and resource conservation are anchored in every phase of product development, production and marketing. People are always at the centre of this commitment - whether as employees, customers or as part of society.
Sustainability 14/08/2024

Avoid emissions with the Sedus take-back scheme

Most people are probably familiar with take-back offers, especially in connection with electrical appliances. Here, retailers are even obliged to take back disused equipment. But what happens to disused office furniture that can no longer be repaired or recycled? Sedus offers customers the disposal and recycling of old office furniture in cooperation with PreZero. This not only benefits the environment, but also saves time and effort.
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