Monatsarchiv: Dezember 2018
Dezember 2018 [English version see below] Liebe Freunde und Freundinnen des Instituts für Sozialstrategie, das Jahr 2018 neigt sich dem Ende zu und wir möchten diesen Newsletter nutzen, um Sie auf den neuesten Stand der Entwicklungen im IfS zu informieren sowie in das nächste Jahr vorausblicken. Wir beginnen – ungewöhnlicherweise – mit dem Vorblick auf 2019, denn Ende März findet die nächste wissenschaftliche Fachtagung zum Thema „Globale...
Abstract [en]: The German Federal Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) and the German Catholic church both are large scale institutions who as such have some similtarities despite their very different tasks and goals. One similarity is the challenge to acquire and keep the right staff; another is adapting to their changing environment. Taking a close look at the Bundeswehr’s approach seems useful...
Abstract [en]: People have developed over a long period, and sitting was not the preferred posture. The strain of the venous system during standing and sitting work can, of course, lead to complaints and illnesses which are also of great importance in occupational medicine. Ergonomically designed „chairless“ workplaces, organizational measures (such as appropriate breaks) and technical aids (from surgical stocking...
Abstract [en]: People look for orientation, especially in times of great uncertainty. For example, the digital revolution creates many fears and uncertainties for people in general and especially for entrepreneurs. In this context, the format of the “ Ten Commandments“ is a bestseller, a still unsurpassed orientation mark. Because of that, the BKU made a short version of that orientation...