Merger and Acquisition Blueprint for Banks and Credit Unions, Part 1
Mergers and acquisitions can create exciting opportunities for financial institutions and their consumers. The strengths of each organization, when properly combined, can create a stronger value proposition in the long run. However, when mergers are undertaken with inadequate planning and commitment, they can repel consumers, pushing them toward other financial institutions. In fact, consumers are […]
How Colors of a Space Appeal to Consumer Emotions
Visually seeing color taps into one of the strongest of our five senses. “Color has ways of influencing our lives and the subsequent decisions we make without us ever really realizing it,” said NewGround Interior Designer Amy Boschert. “A lot of research has been done on the psychology of colors, how the human brain perceives […]
Why Design Options Matter in Client Success
Design choices are all about answering questions. These questions have to do with the space, its utility, and aesthetics. How do you design a space that is attractive, functional for its purpose, and representative of the style and values of the organization? By offering compelling, meaningful design choices. Offering options can help establish buy-in. Before […]
The Impact of Modular Furniture & Space Planning
“Furniture manufacturers are continuing to develop new products that are user-friendly and can be reconfigured by employees, as needed for meetings throughout the day,” – Susan Fischer, Dir. of Interior Design The way your branded space functions directly impacts operational efficiencies, consumer and employee experiences, and the overall impression of your organization. Selecting the right […]
Celebrating National Construction Safety Week
It’s National Construction Safety Week! To celebrate the workers on our frontline job sites, today’s insights cover an overview of best practices to consider to be present, focused, and safe in the midst of construction. While these tips are targeted toward construction, they can also apply to other areas of work as well. Distractions, long […]
The Top 5 Retail Design Trends to Watch in 2021
The future of retail is forever changed. Over the past year, we have witnessed so many changes in evolving technology, eCommerce booming, and the transformation of the in-person shopping experience. Even with all these adjustments, brick-and-mortar stores are not going away. Majority of consumers still prefer a live experience so they can see what they […]
The Top 5 HQ Trends to Watch in 2021
The past year has proven to create a drastic change in how we live, work, and function day to day. Your corporate headquarters space is no different. With so many uncertainties in today’s world, one thing we know for sure – HQs must change and adapt trends to accommodate employee health, safety, well-being, and overall […]
Pandemic Impacts | Hot Topics of CEOpulse
Welcome to CEOpulse, where we discuss the initial findings of our ongoing study surveying CEOs across the country about what they believe is happening in our industry during this crucial time to affect organizational success. In December 2020, we interviewed 50 CEOs, of which many who are current clients of ours. While we won’t fully […]
