If your employer is like most, they’ve issued you an identification badge that you’re required to display and wear at all times. One of the biggest problems that these badges bring is the ugly and uncomfortable accessories that come along with them. Not only are they unattractive, they usually don’t lend themselves to efficient and easy use.
One of the most popular badge display items on the market is the plastic badge holder. While it accomplishes displaying a badge, it doesn’t look entirely professional. One way to fix this is to use a magnetic holder. This type of holder eliminates a pin or clip that is normally used to attach the holder to the clothing. With a magnetic holder, one magnet is placed on the back of the badge while the other is placed under the clothing. When these two magnets come into close contact, they seal together and holder the id badge in place.
Another badge accessory that is common in the workplace is the neck lanyard. Some people find this display option a bit more comfortable than others, but it still lacks usability when it comes to id badges being used as security cards. These security cards are often swiped through security devices during the course of the day.
Lanyards don’t allow for an easy swipe, but a retractable reel attachment for the lanyard will. With this reel in place, you can pull the id card away from you without having to take the lanyard off. This can save valuable time if a security swipe is needed multiple times during the day.
Lanyards often fall short from a fashion perspective as well. Most have no design to them and are quite dull, but this doesn’t have to be the case. A beaded lanyard can replace your typical fabric lanyard and make a world of difference in a fashion sense. Beaded lanyards are very unique and can actually be made quite easily.
If you’re currently using a boring, unpractical badge accessory, it’s time to upgrade to a more efficient and attractive option. This can be done at a small cost, which makes it a no brainer.