IDville's monthly IDentify newsletter will help you implement and maintain a safe, secure workplace. With over 10 years in the identification industry, we're proud to pass on the valuable tips and tricks we've learned over the years to help your identification efforts be a success. Each issue features insightful articles, ID Maker tips and tricks, a product spotlight and informative case studies from others who are building a solid security infrastructure at their facility, just like you. Browse through the articles below to get up to speed.
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| 10/21/2009 |
IDentify Ways to Protect Your Investment! |
Maintenance and upkeep is important to prolonging the life of any investment, and an identification printer system is no different. You can keep your identification printer in top shape by following standard maintenance recommendations. To keep on top of all maintenance needs and printer ribbon replacements, mark reminders on your calendar. When the notification pops up to clean your printer or reorder supplies, don’t delay. Having the necessary supplies on hand will help you keep your printer p Read article |
| 9/23/2009 |
Your IDeal Badge Accessory! |
When it comes to displaying ID badges, your options are endless. With so many different options, how do
you choose the accessory that’s best for you and your organization? As the identification experts, we’re focused on providing all the products you need and none that you don’t. Refer to our ID badge accessory guide to properly outfit your badges. Read article |
| 8/19/2009 |
IDentification Systems Made Easy |
At IDville, we are constantly striving to improve the customer experience. We focus on ease of use and high quality. With the recent success of our exclusive ID Maker 2.0 software, we’ve developed an identification system that’s so easy to use, we guarantee you can set it up and start creating ID cards in 15 minutes. Read article |
| 7/22/2009 |
Badge Holders Protect Your Investments |
Badge holders are well known for extending the life of ID cards by protecting them against the elements. They guard IDs against water, humidity, and the typical wear and tear. The common use of a badge holder reduces the number of replacements and saves organizations money from multiple reprints. Read article |
| 6/17/2009 |
June is National Safety Month |
When it comes to your people, nothing's more important than their safety. Safety policies and procedures make staff feel comfortable coming to work and end up saving the company time, money and headaches. Since June is National Safety Month, this is a great time to review your safety policies and consider how you can make them even stronger. Read article |
| 5/20/2009 |
Visitor Identification: A No-Brainer |
When it comes to building security, most organizations take precautionary measures to ensure that both their people and their property are protected. However, an IDville study found that 46% of organizations don't identify building visitors, and 34% don't track building visitors. Read article |
| 4/15/2009 |
Eco-Friendly Identifiers |
Earth Day is quickly approaching on April 22! The holiday annually inspires awareness and appreciation for the Earth. It's also an opportune time to reconsider your organization's sustainability practices. Identification is an important part of your organization and should also reflect your organization's environmental stance. Read article |
| 3/18/2009 |
Outfit your Conference with Security |
Spring is the time when professional conferences and seminars fill the schedules of convention centers and hotels. As professionals embark upon cities across the U.S., meeting planners will be scrambling to assure everything is in place for a smooth event. Read article |
| 2/18/2009 |
Prevent Awkward Meeting Interruptions with Meeting Room Signage |
Do you ever accidentally walk into a full meeting room because you didn’t know it was occupied? Many business meeting rooms don’t have windows for privacy and confidentiality purposes. So how do you avoid that awkward walk-in on your boss’s meeting? Meeting room signage can help prevent meeting interruptions if used properly. Read article |
| 1/21/2009 |
Direct Visitors in your Building with Directional Signage |
It can be helpful if you have a very large building or a heavy amount of visitors in your building. If you are putting up new directional signage in your building, follow these simple steps for effective directional signage: Read article |
| 12/24/2008 |
Create a Great First Impression with the Right Signage |
Create a great first impression with revived signage for your entire space, and you’ll soon be impressing clients, recruits and vendors with your invigorated environment. Follow our suggested equation for a revived look all of your visitors will appreciate. Read article |
| 11/21/2008 |
Choosing the System that’s Right for You |
When you research identification systems, use the following criteria as a guide to find the right system for your organization. Read article |
| 10/24/2008 |
Do-It-Yourself Identification |
Often organizations need a quick, easy solution for identifying both their facilities and their personnel. Create your own signage, identification badges, and identification accessories with do-it-yourself (DIY) identification solutions. Read article |
| 9/19/2008 |
Low-Cost ID Accessories for Every Work Environment |
Identification cards are an important element to keeping facilities and people safe in every industry or workplace. IDville experts give their opinion on some of the best options for popular industries under $3 each! Read article |
| 8/15/2008 |
Implement Student Identification for Safer Schools |
Do you know if your kids are safe at school? Schools today are taking security more seriously than ever, and student identification card programs have become a growing trend to keep schools and their students safe. Read article |
| 7/18/2008 |
The PVC Card: More than Just an ID Badge |
Don’t let your ID system printer sit in the corner collecting dust! Your printer can help you streamline processes throughout your entire organization. When it comes to using your ID system, your only limit is your creativity! Read article |
| 6/19/2008 |
National Safety Month is a Great Opportunity to Refresh IDs |
In 1996, the National Safety Council established June as National Safety Month to increase public awareness of safety and health risks in workplaces, homes and communities. This month is a prime opportunity to bring safety to the forefront of your organization and establish its value to a great workplace. Read article |
| 5/15/2008 |
Office Signage Points Visitors in the Right Direction |
Office signage plays an important role in helping visitors navigate your facility and labeling important rooms. Use these guidelines to select the right sign for an area. Read article |
| 4/21/2008 |
Which fulfills your need… Hard Card or Paper IDs? |
Because building security has become a high priority in recent years, most everyone agrees that it’s important to secure your workforce and ideas from potential threats with ID cards. What most people don’t know is which type of ID will provide the right level of security for their organization. Read article |
| 3/14/2008 |
Using IDs to Spice Up Your Events |
Regardless of the occasion, you can make a memorable and professional impression at corporate meetings, training sessions, special events and conferences with a custom ID badge.
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| 2/1/2008 |
Using a Visitor Identification System at Your Organization |
Do you track visitors in your building? Do you know what visitors are in your building now? Building security has become a top priority for schools and businesses in recent years and protecting your organization's most important assets – the people – shouldn't be a challenge. Read article |
| 1/1/2008 |
Five Components of an Excellent ID Card |
Some only think of their organization's logo as a marketing tool, but incorporating this identifying marketing image onto your ID cards is one of the simplest ways to add a recognizable visual security element. Read article |