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2012
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5/17/2012 |
June is Safety Month |
June is right around the corner and so is National Safety Month. Can you believe it's that time of year again? Each June the National
Safety Council (NSC) encourages organizations to get involved and participate in National Safety Month (NSM.) NSM is an annual observance
to educate and influence behaviors around the leading causes of preventable injuries and deaths. IDville is excited to participate by
promoting various products and providing tips to get involved this year.
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4/18/2012 |
Badge Reels Offer Function and Convenience for all Industries |
As you begin to design ID cards for your organization, you should consider how your employees, students, or staff will wear their cards.
After all, if your ID cards aren't used by your employees, they won't do your organization much good! Consider badge reels, a convenient
and functional option for wearing ID cards, for every member of your team.
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3/14/2012 |
Great Event Planning Starts with the ID Badge |
When planning a meeting or event, there are lots of important details to track: venue, food, transportation, attendees, and more. With so many
details to look after, it can be easy to forget one. Unfortunately, many event planners consider IDs an afterthought, yet event ID badges are
an important part of a successful event. Incorporating ID badges into the early stages of event planning can save you both time and money.
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2/16/2012 |
Comfortable Ways to Wear your ID Badge |
ID badges are an important part of your organization's safety and security strategy, but they're only effective if employees wear them. If you
offer employees comfortable options for wearing their ID badges, they'll be more likely to comply with your policy.
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1/18/2012 |
Become the Office Super Hero with an Employee Time and Attendance Tracking System |
In 2012, organizations are looking to be smarter, faster, and leaner. Competition is as fierce as ever, and your internal processes need to be
efficient in order to stay ahead of the rest. Is your time and attendance system hurting or helping you reach your goals?
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2011
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12/15/2011 |
Seven Steps for ID Card Printer Maintenance |
An ID card printer is a wise investment in the safety and security of your facility, and you want it to always be in peak performance
for its next printing job. To keep your ID card printer in top shape year round, follow our seven steps for printer maintenance.
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11/17/2011 |
How ID Cards Will Improve Your Next Event |
The end of the year is a popular time for events, whether it's a conference, team meeting, fundraiser, or company gala. Regardless of
the type of event you're planning, identifying the key participants can be important to a successful event experience. Follow our
Event ID Guidelines to create the proper identification for your event.
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10/21/2011 |
Strap Clips are a Versatile, Affordable Display Option |
The accurate display of an ID card can be as important as the card design itself. If a card is not visible or easily
accessible, it can be a hindrance to both the individual and the organization. However, it can often be a challenge to
encourage employees or students to wear an ID badge accessory, such as a lanyard or badge reel.
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9/22/2011 |
New Time and Attendance System Saves Time and Money |
How does your organization track employee hours? If you're still manually calculating pay rules by hand, mediating discrepancies
between managers and employees, and dread payroll time, it's time for an upgrade!
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8/18/2011 |
Lanyards Keep ID Cards Visible for Back to School
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Back to school preparations are underway, and before you know it teachers, students, and staff will be headed off to school in the morning. Get your school ready by outfitting everyone with the proper ID badge accessories. Not at a school? Our lanyard recommendations can still help you determine which style is right for your organization!
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7/21/2011 |
Custom Vivid Color Lanyards Enhance your ID Cards |
ID cards are an important security feature for every organization, and you can make them even more effective with the right ID card accessory. Vivid color lanyards are one accessory option that will enhance your ID cards and promote your organization's brand.
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6/16/2011 |
The Benefits of an Onsite ID Card System in Your Organization |
Do you know what an ID card system can do for you? Having the capability to create your own ID cards onsite provides many benefits to your organization. You can create your own ID card design and change it at will, add custom security features, print specialty badges for events, and more.
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5/19/2011 |
Top 10 Workplace Safety Tips for National Safety Month |
June is National Safety Month, and previous Identify Newsletters on the subject have recommended you take the month of June to refocus your safety efforts. This year, make it a goal to implement all of our top ten safety tips before the end of the month to help you create and maintain a safe environment for your employees.
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4/21/2011 |
Selecting the Right ID Badge Accessory: Protective Badge Holders |
Do you often replace broken or worn ID cards for your employees or students? If you are constantly making replacement ID cards, you should consider outfitting your organization with badge holders.
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3/17/2011 |
Are Badge Reels Right For You? |
Badge reels are a functional way to wear and display ID cards. The primary benefit of badge reels is the retractable cord that allows ID cards to stretch up to 36" from the plastic casing.
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2/17/2011 |
New ID Maker ID Card Systems |
Your organization has been using the same, tired laminated ID cards for years, and you've been on your manager's case to improve security at your organization.
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1/31/2011 |
Best Practices for Implementing Visitor Management |
This year, make a resolution to keep your facility safe and secure. One important part of a building security plan is
visitor identification and management. Follow these six steps to implement a visitor management system at your facility.
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2010
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12/15/2010 |
Introducing Baudville, IDville's Sister Company |
You may have noticed on the IDville catalog or website that IDville is a Baudville
company. IDville's sister company, Baudville, provides employee recognition solutions
and awards for the workplace. |
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11/17/2010 |
5 Elements of a Great ID Card Printer |
Having an ID card printer at your organization can increase process efficiencies,
save time and money. As you investigate purchasing an ID card printer, our identification
experts recommend looking at these five components in your shopping process. |
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10/21/2010 |
Do It Yourself Identification |
Do It Yourself (DIY) projects are usually less expensive than hiring a professional
and often get completed quicker. When it comes to identification, there are many
things you can do yourself to save time and money, too. With the right tools, you
can create professional-looking signs, name tags and ID cards that will impress
even the keenest eye! |
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9/16/2010 |
5 Elements of an Excellent Employee ID Card |
ID cards can play a pivotal role in an organization's security plan, and creating
the right card is imperative to achieving security goals. By considering the following
five ID card elements, organizations can create the ID card that meets their needs. |
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8/11/2010 |
School ID Solutions Improve Student Safety |
Back to school is in full swing in retail stores as parents, teachers and students
prepare for the school year. School administrators should also prepare for the new
school year by reviewing current school security policies. Outfitting students and
staff with ID cards, using student ID cards for multiple purposes and implementing
visitor identification can make school safer for everyone. |
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7/21/2010 |
Workplace Security Checklist |
Conducting a regular workplace security audit will keep your security policies up-to-date
and your employees safe. Ideally, you want to answer "yes" to each of the following
questions. If you answer "no" to any of them, identify it as a vulnerable area and
develop a task force to begin researching security solutions. |
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6/16/2010 |
ID Card Printers Are Easier Than You Think |
Creating a professional ID card is easier than it looks, and it doesn't take someone
in IT to put the printer system together and use it! Because we know that organizations
are doing more with less, IDville specializes in ID card printers that anyone in
your organization can feel confident using. |
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5/19/2010 |
ID Cards Make Work a Safer Place |
Each June, the National Safety Council (NSC) encourages businesses to promote and
improve safety during National Safety Month. You can use the NSC's timely reminder
to review your organization's safety policies and practices. Safety policies and
procedures prevent accidents, injuries and death in the workplace. Implementing
employee ID badges is an important part of a safety policy and can make your organization
a safer place for employees. |
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4/21/2010 |
Lighten Your Load by Eliminating Multiple Badges |
Security is important to you and your organization, so you've outfitted your employees
with all the necessary identification. The only problem is they have to carry multiple
ID cards every day, and equipping new employees with ID badges has become a cumbersome
process! While you could outfit the entire team with Mutli-Card Badge Holders and
call it a day, we suggest streamlining your photo ID needs into a single, multi-purpose
ID card. |
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3/17/2010 |
ID Card Accessories |
Employee ID cards are an important part of an organization's security plan, but
they are only effective if employees display them as instructed. With so many options
available to display an ID card, it's difficult to know what the best solution is
for your organization. In this month's Identify, we examine the four most popular
ID card accessories to help you find the best fit. |
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2/10/2010 |
IDentification Cards Help Prevent Workplace Violence |
Workplace and employee security remains a top concern for employers this year. High
profile workplace violence cases have caught the attention of employers and employees
across the country. These recent events have reiterated the fact that employers
need to take preventative measures to keep employees safe at work. |
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1/20/2010 |
Visitor Identification Creates Safe Work Environments |
Providing a safe work environment for your employees is part of creating a great
workplace. When employees feel safe and comfortable at work, they're less likely
to call in sick, have unexcused absences or look to change jobs. Identification
can create a safe work environment where your employees will thrive. |
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2009
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12/16/2009 |
A Case for IDentification |
Implementing an identification system can bring convenience and efficiency to your
organization in addition to increased safety and security. The identification printer
and software work together to create a streamlined process that saves both time
and money. Here are just a few of the benefits an identification system can bring
to your organization. |
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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 projects running smoothly and efficiently. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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2008
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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! |
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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. |
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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! |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
