Stock trading is risky business. That means being armed with the best knowledge possible is crucial to your survival in the industry. While a degree in finance is certain to give you some kind of leg up, specialized training and experience boost your chances of success by orders of magnitude – that’s because these are most often taught by traders themselves. It’s important to understand that these schools offer a wide range of classes, from understanding bond dividends to highly math-intensive courses. Because the world of trading is so diverse, you would be doing yourself a favor by consulting a…
During the past 50 years, trading desks have undergone a massive evolution. In fact, some of the features that everyone must have in their trading desks today would have been impossible to find not that long ago. Let’s take a deep dive into the evolution of trading desks, which is certain to leave you happy that you’re looking for a trading desk today instead of 20+ years ago. What is a Trading Desk? If you picture a trading desk, what probably comes to mind is a large desk with multi-monitor screens located near a stock exchange since they are often…
Control rooms, like those in nuclear power plants, oil refineries, and airline operations, are where critical work occurs. These are the working environments where every second counts, and the people working within them are the cogs in the well-oiled machinery that keeps the gears of these vital sectors turning smoothly. In these high-pressure work areas, where decisions are made in the blink of an eye, the subtle art of ergonomics takes center stage. However, It’s not just about plush chairs and fancy desks. Instead, it’s about the heartbeat of efficiency, the rhythm of effectiveness, and the sweet comfort that keeps…
As employers have become more mindful of their workforce’s mental and physical health, the importance of stress reduction and management has been brought into the spotlight. Stress reduction is important in any industry, but in the complex world of finance it’s particularly relevant. LinkedIn conducted a survey that showed at least 67% of those working in financial industries report high stress levels. While this number is lower than only a select few fields, employers definitely benefit from reducing workplace stress. High levels of stress can lead to declining physical and mental health, leaving workers struggling to thrive at work. Studies…
Trading desks provide a space for stock workers to take care of everything needed to do their jobs. However, these desks typically see a lot of wear and tear, which can make them inefficient over time. For instance, the finish on a trading desk can become old and/or outdated. That can make it a challenge to work in the high-paced environment of a trading floor. Does this mean you need to replace the desk altogether? No! Saraval Industries offers a line of new and used trading desks and technical furniture solutions. When it’s time to update your trading desks, we’ve…
A flurry of activities takes place in a trading room environment. There, you’ll see anything from high-intensity trading to meticulous financial market monitoring. To support these activities, the furniture needs to be ergonomically designed, promoting comfort during long working hours and providing ease of access to multiple screens and communication devices. This article discusses trading furniture with modern styles and trends, so you can gain insights into the latest designs that meet these specialized needs. Modernizing Trading Room Setups The trading room environment, despite significant shifts in overall workplace design, has largely retained its traditional setup. Traders often remain stationed…
Whether you work from home or have returned to the office, you’ve probably noticed that your productivity isn’t quite where you’d like it to be. The good news is that this isn’t a difficult problem to fix. In fact, the issue most likely isn’t with you at all. Instead, it’s with the setup of your office. Fortunately, we’re here to offer you some insight into the many different upgrades you can do that will immediately boost your productivity! Best Office Upgrades for 2023 Why upgrade your office? You’ll find out a few compelling reasons in this section. So, before we…
Technical work and trading worlds may seem much different. However, they have many similarities in the furniture they use. These two environments require specialized workstations with unique designs to support the user’s preferences and improve their overall productivity. First, you should understand what these environments entail. Trading floors are high-pressure and fast-paced settings where financial traders sell and buy securities, including stocks, derivatives, and bonds. It’s a dynamic, ever-changing environment where traders respond promptly to market fluctuations and make critical decisions. A control room/ technical office is used in various industries, e.g., manufacturing, transportation, and energy. It’s a centralized environment…
Hi-tech industrial control rooms have become increasingly common in today’s automated industries. And with global market growth ahead of expectations at 9.6% instead of the predicted 5.7% (Omdia research, 2023) [1], businesses need to guarantee their control rooms are sophisticated and up-to-date. However, for any company looking to invest in its own hi-tech control room, there are some essential items they need to be equipped with first to ensure that those responsible for operating the control room have a safe, comfortable, and efficient workspace. This article will review high-tech control room trends, different types of high-tech control rooms and the…
If you are in the security or surveillance industry, every movement counts. To be effective, your security office, control room, and surveillance space must have the right setup to support your security and monitoring efforts. If you’re the decision-maker, you may be tasked with laying out the configuration of your space. These pieces are not necessarily off-the-shelf items, and they require customization to fit into your environment. Saraval Industries, the leader in technical furniture for security and surveillance industries, has put together this explainer that discusses how to choose the right furniture or technical consoles for your business. New vs….