Ergonomics: “Relating to or designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment.” (Oxford Dictionaries) Of course this has always been an important aspect of a healthy working life, however, much like many other things, ergonomics has accelerated since the appearance of COVID-19. With working from home the new normal, and some questionable work set-ups […]
More than 2 million people in the UK are severely affected by Dyslexia (Nessy) but each person faces different obstacles. Therefore, finding resources that are beneficial is extremely personal and individual; what works for one, may not work for another. That’s why we’ve selected a variety of dyslexia resources that we hope will be useful […]
At How Do I? we believe in people and their differences — Our app is a resolution to workplace barriers and makes workplaces more accessible through mobile technology. As a company that wants to change the narrative around disability and employment, it’s important for us to be an example of best practice — We have to practice what we […]
What is a learning disability? The NHS defines a learning disability as something that affects the way a person understands information and how they communicate. Ultimately, this means that those affected may have trouble: Comprehending new or complex information Learning new skills Coping independently 1.5 million people are experiencing this difficulty thus it’s important that […]
Speech technology is widely used in various professional sectors, but did you know it is also a form of assistive technology? If you are affected by physical or mental illness that prohibits you fulfilling your job role, then you are eligible for the Access to Work scheme. Here at VoicePower, we are proud to support […]
In aid of Dyslexia Awareness Week, here at VoicePower, we wanted to explore how our expertise in speech recognition may offer aid to Dyslexic individuals. So, with that in mind, we have teamed up with John Hicks – an advocate at the forefront of the dyslexic community and the father of Jess, a university student […]
