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European sustainability regulations are developing rapidly, and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is one of the most influential new laws. This legislation not only has an impact on companies' reporting obligations, but also their internal processes and office layouts.

Pami will participate in the Orgatec international trade show in Cologne from 22 to 25 October 2024. This prestigious trade show, known for its focus on the future of work, provides a platform where the latest innovative solutions and trends are showcased.

When furnishing an office, functional equipment such as desks, chairs and cabinets often come to mind first. But what if the room still feels cold and impersonal afterwards? This is where an often underestimated aspect of office design comes into play: the furnishings. It’s these details that can take an office from being good to great.

Pami has just received the Silver Rating from EcoVadis, a global standard, in recognition of its sustainability efforts. With a score of 71 out of 100, Pami ranks among the top 15% of the companies assessed by EcoVadis in the past 12 months. A wonderful result for our continued efforts towards the four focus areas at EcoVadis.

While there is little doubt that hybrid working is here to stay, organisations are trying to boost office attendance. However, Leesman's recent publication "The Power of Place" shows that the majority fail to provide their employees with a truly great work experience.

A new royal decree (RD) came into force on 25 May 2024 that significantly strengthens workplace ergonomics and musculoskeletal disease (MSD) prevention. It forms part of the codex on well-being at work and entails important changes to office design and the general working environment. As an employer, it is essential to understand and implement these changes to comply with legal requirements and promote the health and productivity of your employees.

In the modern business world, it is important to stand out, whether it’s due to your products, services, or even your office design. The ability to be unique and make your own mark makes all the difference.

The way your office is laid out plays a crucial role in enhancing productivity, teamwork and the sense of connection within your organisation. If you're keen to promote all three of these aspects, a carefully considered approach to your office layout can make a world of difference.

Recent media reports proclaimed Belgium as the first country to legislate on back complaints. Indeed, the Belgian federal government is working on a law that equates the risk of muscular and back injuries to exposure to carcinogenic substances or psychosocial risks. As a result, employers will now have to think about how they can prevent back and neck issues at work, making Belgium the first European nation to tackle this problematic subject with specific legislation.

Your office is so much more than you think. It acts as an extension of your company brand and provides a professional image to internal and external stakeholders. We sometimes refer to this as your company’s ‘business card’. When you start from this mindset, you immediately realise the importance of office design. In addition to its functionality, it’s a unique opportunity to tell and reinforce your corporate story.

In the dynamism of today's world, companies are constantly striving for innovation and progress. Redesigning your office not only gives you the chance to create a fresh, new look but also to make a statement about your future, sustainable ambitions. One way to achieve this redesign is by revitalising your office furniture.

Pami and Robberechts – two of the largest office furniture suppliers in Belgium – are merging. Increasing their collaboration will further reinforce their local market position and grow internationally even under challenging economic circumstances. Today, both companies already operate in Belgium, the Netherlands, France, Luxembourg and Germany. Jointly, their turnover is some 80 million euros with 320 staff. This places them among the top 50 ranking in the EU office furniture market. The combined group, with Pami and Robberechts as commercial spearheads, aims to rank in the top 25 in the not-too-distant future.

Are you planning to (re)furnish your office soon? Then it’s best not to do it on the spur of the moment. You want to create an inspiring office environment that ensures productive, motivated employees. While no checklist can be 100% complete, the list below will give you a handle on how to optimise your hybrid office design.

Since as far back as 2013, Pami has been the only Benelux company in our sector with a CSR Performance Ladder certificate. We are now proud to announce our accession to the UN Global Compact. Pami embraces the UN Global Compact principles and further integrates them into its business strategy and activities. It is a natural extension and confirmation of our commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility.

Furnishing a small office space can feel like solving a complex puzzle. How do you integrate everything into the space without it feeling stuffy? The secret is to make use of smart office design and make optimal use of the space to create a productive working environment. Here are a few tips about how to turn a small office space into an inspiring workplace.

It is necessary to design meeting rooms as efficiently as possible in today’s offices, where flexibility and hybrid working are paramount. These spaces not only have to be functional, but also inspiring and adaptable to the changing needs of employees. This blog post shares some ideas for setting up types of meeting rooms within your office environment.

The office dog. Ever thought of having a faithful four-legged friend stroll around the office, happily wagging his tail? Besides plenty of cuddles, they provide other benefits to the company and employees. Curious about how? We talk about some of the benefits in this blog.

Do you take an innovative approach to your office space? Choose a smart office and use technology to make the workplaces more efficient and effective. From office occupancy to climate control, technology can offer a helping hand.

A working environment is more than just desks and chairs. It’s about creating an environment in which every employee can feel good and give the best of themselves. An office is both inspiring and functional.

As an employer, you want your employees to be productive and deliver good results, but it is also important they have a good balance between their work and private life. If they get this right, they will have enough time for work, but also for the other important things in their lives, such as family and friends, sports or hobbies.

After the success in London, the first edition of the Workspace Design Show will soon take place in Amsterdam. A leading event around the workplace of the future with best practices, inspiring top speakers and interesting contacts. Exclusively aimed at industry professionals such as (interior) architects, facility managers or end-users. And Pami will be there, too!

At PAMI, corporate social responsibility and sustainability are important cornerstones of our strategy. Being increasingly conscious of raw materials of all kinds, of energy and the environment, of our employees and our working environment, of our customers and suppliers, in short of all our stakeholders, is essential in the current economic context.

When hybrid is the reality, flexibility is essential. The work environment must be able to quickly evolve along with the wants and needs of your employees, the culture of your organisation and changes over time.

More than ever, the working environment contributes to employee engagement and performance in the workplace. You can create experience, inspiration, and motivation among your employees with the right interior. The outdoor space also deserves due consideration here as an extension of your existing office.

Ergonomics is important when furnishing your office. Providing your staff with ergonomic furniture is an absolute must both in the office and at home. It ensures better posture, improves health, increases productivity and saves costs in the long run. So, a proper office chair is essential.

As part of a major recruitment campaign, Pami attracted five new talented employees through a partnership with sheltered workshop Bewel. Bewel is a renowned organisation committed to employing people distanced from the labour market. Pami and Bewel share the belief that anyone who is committed can add value to our society, our economy, and themselves.

Do you know colleagues who just keep working during their lunch break with their lunch next to the keyboard? Or maybe you’ve caught yourself doing it? Stop! It’s high time to take a break and read this blog.

Whether you bought new premises or are ready to redesign your office, designing your office space is a challenging task in which several aspects are important. It takes time and good preparation! So how do you best integrate your employees and teams into the new working environment?

World Environment Day, a day on which we draw extra attention to the importance of the environment for our planet and our society. Everyone is responsible for our earth and its resources. This blog offers a glimpse of our own efforts.

Colour is emotion and plays an important role in how we feel about something. By using colour in the right way, you can make the working environment more pleasant and improve the employee experience. That’s why it’s important to pay more attention to the use of colour in your interiors. But how do you decide which colours to use and how best to use them?

Comfort is vital for hybrid employees. Think broadly when it comes to the different aspects involved! Consider ergonomics, technology, hygiene, air quality and temperature quality, or even catering. An acoustically comfortable work environment also contributes to the experience and significantly improves productivity and job satisfaction.

Companies are increasingly restructuring their way of working in favour of hybrid alternatives. This new approach creates interesting dynamics between individuals, organisations, technology and the working environment. However, it also constitutes quite a challenge. The white paper “The 7 dynamics of the new work paradigm” presented by Capgemini Invent and Cushman & Wakefield explores these unique dimensions. This blog takes a closer look at some of their insights.

The time has come! The 20th edition of Design District is approaching. The Van Nelle Factory in Rotterdam will open its doors from 24 to 26 May 2023. It promises to be another unmissable fair for everyone passionate about interiors and design

If you know how to create a good working atmosphere as an employer, it will benefit your whole company. If your employees feel good about themselves at work, you’ll see this directly in the way they interact with customers. But how do you build that pleasant and motivating working atmosphere?

Everyone at work has occasional bad days and setbacks. How you and your colleagues deal with it affect the working atmosphere. How do you stay focused on what works well and makes your work life more pleasant? Find out all about it in this blog post. Learn about the irresistible power of a positive mindset and how to encourage it in the workplace. Gain insights that will benefit both you and your staff across the board.

Next Thursday, 30.03.2023, it's that time of the year again, a new edition of FM Day! The place to be for Facility Managers.

Europe's leading annual trade fair for design, furniture and office furnishing - Workspace Expo - will take place from 4 to 6 April 2023 in Paris. During these three days, Pami will present, among other things, Ricoh's smart locker system to professionals in the design and architecture sector.

Belgian workspace designer Pami secured a €56 million mega order in September 2022. Now, four months later, they’re popping the champagne open again. “In addition to the office furniture order, we can now supply office chairs and acoustic elements to the federal public services,” explains CEO Lode Essers.

The City of Brussels set an example and fought waste by applying the circular principles. Reusing furniture and giving new life to existing furniture was a natural choice within the sustainability policy.

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Press Release - Belgian office architect Pami won yet another major order. “We just received confirmation that we were granted a four-year contract to supply office furniture to all federal government departments”, explained CEO Lode Essers. “Of course, this is magnificent news in these challenging times.”

Generation Z has been entering the labour market as from 2016. Since baby boomers are not ready to retire just yet, odds are that you as an employer face the challenge of forging a collaboration between four

As children, we used to play outside for hours on end. But as we grew older, we seem to have gotten increasingly stuck to our chairs. According to the American Environmental Protection Agency, we spend a mere seven percent of our lives outside. It wouldn’t hurt to add a couple of percentage points to that figure.

What does your office sound like? Do you hear yourself twice when calling a colleague? Do voices and office sounds blend into a disturbing noise? Pleasant office acoustics make it much more enjoyable to work there. Discover how to create work-friendly acoustics in this blog post. Address noise stress and loss of focus and productivity at the root.