8In an exclusive interaction with Global Leaders Insights, Dr. Alan Hedge, Professor Emeritus at Cornell University & The World-Renowned Ergonomist, discusses how modern workplaces are evolving to integrate ergonomics not just through furniture, but via holistic strategies including education, affordable solutions, technology, and adaptable designs. It highlights the need for continuous, science-backed ergonomic practices to improve health, productivity, and employee experience in traditional and hybrid work environments.Dr. Alan Hedge, a globally recognized ergonomics expert, is renowned for shaping workplace design for NASA and Fortune 500 firms. With 30+ years at Cornell, his research spans organizational design, human factors, and health-focused workspaces. Frequently cited in global media, his insights influence both policy and industry standards worldwide.As companies worldwide face increasing concerns about employee discomfort and health issues linked to prolonged sitting and poor posture, how are modern workplaces evolving to integrate ergonomic principles effectively?Due to more concerns over employee well-being and workplace health among workers who often sit for long periods and have poor posture, adopting ergonomic practices is now very important. First, experts say, it is important to select employees who understand and support ergonomics. By setting guidelines, selecting suitable products, and teaching their staff, these champions help with the effective use of technology. Failing to teach workers how to use the equipment means it may not achieve its purpose and using inappropriate tools can cancel out any ergonomic benefits. Besides treating injuries, physiotherapists do not usually have the authority to make changes to people's workspaces, so dedicated ergonomic programs are required. Because technology is changing quickly, businesses must adjust all the time. Recent advances in technology mean that today's ergonomic tools may soon be out of date, so businesses have to maintain up-to-date ergonomic programs. The most innovative organizations see that ergonomics must be addressed continuously and is a key priority.EXPERT'S OPINIONDESIGNING FOR HEALTH & WELLNESS: ERGONOMICS IN THE MODERN WORKPLACEBy Dr. Alan Hedge, Professor Emeritus at Cornell University & The World-Renowned Ergonomist
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