Green waterways take on a new meaning as algal blooms threaten New Zealand’s rivers, streams, lakes, and beaches. Nitrogen from fertilizer and effluent runoffs are seeping into waterways and all-important groundwater.
No More Swimming
Clean water is the primary concern of New Zealander’s, even surpassing healthcare...
Several businesses understand the importance of a work area’s aesthetics and functionality over their employees and customers. A well-designed and efficient office means more productivity and more business. As a result, we see continuous growth in the office fitout market year after year.
Planning and designing are e...
Transitioning from an employee to an entrepreneur is a significant leap of faith. Life is not complete without taking a life-changing risk at some point. In this case, starting a small business can be one of the most significant decisions you will have to make in your life. That is why it is wise to know what it means ...
Business owners need to provide a stimulating workspace for their employees. Your company will have a difficult time achieving success if your workers feel disengaged and demotivated. If you notice that your employees are having a tough time being productive, you may need to make a few changes within the office. Small ...
Although it sounds simple, recruitment is one of the toughest parts of running a business. Most people think it simply involves hiring someone to fill in a certain position, but there are a lot of factors that need to be considered.
Good people are what enables a company to succeed. Without a strong and committed w...
Colleges and universities have one thing that many entrepreneurs look for: an abundant (and constant) target market in a fixed/contained area. In many ways, putting up the right business near the campus is like fishing in a barrel that’s already filled to the brim with fish. So, if you’re lucky enough to have a com...
The concept of attributing healing benefits to plants and gardens date back to ancient traditions. Several studies have long proven that exposure to nature and interaction with it can bring about a more positive outlook toward life, reduce negative emotions and stress levels, decrease blood pressure, and improve overal...
Brands want to establish their presence in every nook and cranny of the market, giving rise to franchises in non-traditional locations. Hospitals, museums, casinos, college campuses, theme parks, and other venues now house popular fast-casual restaurants in the form of quick-serve food kiosk franchises.
Non-tradition...
Recording and saving every traceable piece of information is a common
business practice. From receipts of payments and client databases to
relevant vendor information, every piece of data could be important for
business operations.
The amount of data passing through an
organisation can be overwhelming, especial...
Rainwater harvesting is the act of storing rainwater
for different uses. The collected rainwater is redirected into a deep
pit or a reservoir, which can then be used for various residential and
agricultural purposes.
Rainwater harvesting is growing more
and more prominent in many countries in support of the gre...