5 Technologies Every Business Should Embrace

June 3, 2015

In a fast paced world where new technology is released everyday it can be difficult to determine which types are the right fit for your business. Here are 5 technologies we recommend to ensure your business doesn’t get left behind:

1. Applications – If there is one technology you should embrace, it’s applications for your smartphone! Between Apple’s App Store or Google Play for Android devices, there’s an app out there to keep you organised and make you more productive.

2. Analytics – The evidence of all your efforts in business speaks through data, whether that be sales figures, website hits or new customers. The value and insight that your businesses data can provide when analysed effectively is priceless which it’s why it’s so crucial that you have the right tools to analyse and record data. Google Analytics is a great starting point.

3. Cloud Software – From file sharing to back up services, cloud services are changing the way companies do business. Cloud computing allows you to access your all your documents on any device at anytime. The cloud has made flexible working arrangements more possible than ever before. Krost has been completely on the cloud for 4 years now and we’ve never looked back.

4. Data Security & Back Up – Keeping your business and customer information safe and well protected is essential. Unauthorised access to your business data could be extremely detrimental to your business, so ensure that anti virus and anti breach software are installed on your servers. Investing in a technology that stores a back up of all your data is also a necessity, many cloud services include this.

5. Mobile Technology – Mobile friendly websites are becoming more crucial now that a majority of consumers are looking at websites from their mobile devices. If you want to increase the amount of business that is driven through your website, make your website responsive to mobile viewing.

Zorro Stools – The Perfect Addition

May 27, 2015

A welcomed addition to our Zorro collection and to any office or cafe space our new Zorro stoolsare destined for success.

Boasting a host of features including comfortable slimline padding, a stylistic sled frame powdercoated in black or white as well as the option of either a polypropylene or fabric seat Zorro stools are distinct and versatile.

5 Tips for Successful Multitasking

May 19, 2015

In a world where distractions and long to do lists are inevitable learning how to successfully multitask plays an essential role in being productive. Fortunately we have 5 tips to help you nail multitasking.

1. Plan Ahead – It’s impossible to schedule every interruption but it’s important to have in mind a general sequence of tasks which you’ll work through. Set yourself a specific time frame to ensure you allow yourself enough time to get through all the tasks on your agenda.

2. Toggle - Start with harder more time consuming tasks and fill in the downtime when you’re waiting for information or inspiration with simpler tasks. Working on compatible and similar tasks together can also be beneficial.

3. Stay Focused – Although it can be difficult, try not to keep thinking about all the other things you need to do when you are working on your main project. Aim to concentrate and hone in on what you are actually doing and get it finished so that you can ensure you are producing quality work.

4. Organise Information – Collate all the information you require into neatly arranged and easily accessible folders on your computer or in your email inbox. This will save you having to troll through information and will also make you feel less stressed. Write down items you need to refer to often (such as keyboard shortcuts, shipping info etc) so that you can refer to them quickly.

5. Take a Break – Use your lunch breaks as a time to take a true break from the stresses of the day. Take a walk, sit outside or whatever helps you switch off so that when you return to work you can function at your peak.

Subscribe to DQ Magazine for a chance to win!

May 14, 2015

We’ve teamed up with Indesign to give 6 lucky DQ magazine subscribers a chance to win 1 of 6 of our Miro S chairs. All you need to do is subscribe to DQ and answer in 25 words or less: Why you need a Miro S chair?

Enter now. Best of luck!

15 Brilliant Boardrooms

May 6, 2015

Need some inspiration for your next boardroom redesign? Our advice is think bold! Boring boardrooms are a thing of the past.

Here’s a selection of 15 recent boardrooms that are some of our favourites. You’ll notice from table style to seating, lighting, artwork and colour selection no detail has been overlooked in these brilliantly styled boardrooms.

Product Spotlight – Lite Reception Counter

April 29, 2015

Following design principles of simplicity, equilibrium and symmetry the Lite counter has proven to be a high achiever.

Featuring an 18mm thick outer construction that wraps around a 33mm thick desk top in either a veneer or 2 pack finish the Lite exemplifies quality.

Available in a variety of sizes and with an option to add a return, Lite is not only aesthetically pleasing it is practical too.

Already being used in countless offices Lite is certainly a professional and contemporary addition to any reception area.

Jurlique’s New Sydney Office Hits the Mark

April 22, 2015

From its unique finishes to its well designed layout and ultra stylish furnishings Jurlique’s new headquarters oozes with contemporary appeal.

Our Benchwork workstations and Dart tables looked amazing with tops made from recycled wooden floorboards, black edging and a classic black powdercoat finish.

Our mobile caddies featured seatpads in a fabric selection that perfectly complimented the rest of the office landscape.

The Universal bookcases were also paired with pot plants to create a simple yet remarkably attractive feature that was carried right throughout the office.

Designed and Project managed by Intermain, this lush Sydney office certainly hits the mark!

6 Steps to Improve Your Emails

April 15, 2015

It’s no secret that in business email is used more than any other means of communication, but even though email has become second nature to us, sometimes there are some basic rules that seem to be forgotten. Apart from the obvious rules of including a relevant subject line and using the appropriate language here are some other best-practice rules that can’t be ignored:

Reply All – Think twice before hitting reply all and decide who actually needs to receive the email. Intentional and frequent use of this feature can cause frustration if the information in the thread isn’t relevant to the recipient. Whilst it’s good to keep colleagues and customers in the loop irrelevant emails only clog up inboxes.

Response Time – The sooner you respond the better but all emails should certainly be replied to within 24 hours. Get in the habit of replying immediately and in situations where you can’t because you don’t have the answer let them know what you’re waiting on and when you expect to get them the information they need.

Proof Read - Mistakes in emails rarely go unnoticed. Be sure to read over your email before sending it. Don’t rely on spell check and do take care to ensure your message is clear, succinct and free of spelling, grammar and punctuation errors.

When in Doubt Leave it Out – Be cautious with humour and sarcasm as they can easily get lost in translation without the right tone or facial expressions.

Follow Ups – You’re entitled to politely follow up on emails where there has not been a response. For non urgent issues a follow up 3-4 days is appropriate and for more pressing issues 24-48 hours is considered appropriate. The best follow up emails express an understanding of the person’s busy schedule and explain why a prompt answer is required.

Pick up the Phone – Avoid sending emails for discussions that are better done over the phone or face to face. Delicate conversations are not appropriate to be discussed via email, there’s nothing worse than having an email war. Further to this if you are emailing someone numerous times without achieving a desired outcome a phone call will save you time, trigger a discussion and help you get the answer you need.

Enlighten Your Workspace

April 8, 2015

Our new Volt light sets the benchmark for desktop LED lighting with its advanced technology and remarkably modern slimline aesthetic.

Constructed from anodised aluminium the compact offering is supremely versatile with the ability to be adjusted to any angle and neatly folded up when not in use.

Making Volt even more unique is its integrated USB charging port, impressive finger slide dimmer control and five different colour temperatures that allow users to maintain the exact level of precision light required for the task at hand.

Energy efficiency and longevity also get a big tick with it’s low 530 lumen output and 50,000 hour lifespan, that’s equivelent to 24 years of typical office use!

Rocco Has Arrived!

March 30, 2015

Sophistication and edginess combine to produce Rocco, a wonderfully unique and perfectly practical lounge chair.

Featuring full fabric upholstery in grey, green, blue and burgundy with a choice of modern solid wooden legs in beech or black, Rocco makes a bold statement in a number of corporate applications.

If form and function are at the top of your checklist then Rocco is the ideal solution for you. Come in and try Rocco at our St Peters showroom or buy it on our online store.

Last Chance to Enter Our Catalogue Super Search for a Chance to Win a $500 Krost Gift Voucher!

March 23, 2015

Have you entered our Catalogue Super Search yet? If not now’s your last chance at a shot of winning 1 of 5, $500 Krost gift vouchers before the competition closes this Friday.

The Super Search marks the release of our 2015 Office Furniture Catalogue which includes our entire collection and a host of brand new products including the Enzo, Rocco, Buzz, Volt, Miro Visitor, upholstered Zorro stools and much more.

To enter the competition all you’ll need to do is simply find all the listed items in our wraparound cover and you’ll be automatically entered into the draw.

And if you haven’t received a copy of the 2015 edition yet let us know and we’ll mail you a copy, otherwise you can view it online.

To enter the Super Search click here , Good luck!

Sensational New Sydney Office

March 17, 2015

Sensational, contemporary and functional. Just a few of the words to describe Valitel’s brand new Sydney workspace.

The office showcases a modern high pitched roof that allows natural light to illuminate the office, trendy polished concrete floors and wonderful use of greenery thanks to our which surround the Benchwork workstations.

Designers at Shakeup Architecture can certainly be commended on their talented selection of furniture and finishes throughout this lovely office and we particularly love how they used our Dart table and Sax chairs in the vibrant boardroom. Simply Brilliant!

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