Ergonomics Community to Gather in New York City to Focus on Productivity and Profitability at the Eastern Ergonomics Conference
NEW YORK, NY, April 21, 2003 - Continental Exhibitions, Inc. has released the conference program for the 2nd Annual Eastern Ergonomics Conference and Exposition (EECE), scheduled for July 8-10 in New York City. Continuing the tradition of the nation's largest ergonomics event, the National Ergonomics Conference and Exposition (NECE), the EECE brings together ergonomics executives from across the country to focus on ergonomics as a critical business element. As businesses strive to increase efficiency and profitability in these challenging economic times, the value of ergonomics is crucial to gaining a competitive advantage. The EECE's comprehensive program provides relevant, easy-to-apply knowledge and skills to help ergonomics and safety professionals improve productivity, product quality and profitability while helping to reduce workplace injuries.
The 2003 EECE has responded to market demand by adding more course offerings that address recent OSHA guidelines for nursing homes, and the retail grocery industry. And, the 2003 program has been tailored to focus on the needs of businesses in the eastern Unites States, covering industries as varied as pharmaceutical and health care including laboratory environments, logistics and distribution, offices and call centers, assembly and manufacturing, transportation and construction, uncontrolled workplace environments, 24/7 operations, and more. The EECE has dozens of sessions, and an exhibit floor twice the size of 2002, all with the single goal of giving attendees the skills and knowledge they need to improve profitability. According to Walter Charnizon, President of Continental Exhibitions, "In an economy when we are all challenged to do more with less, this program offers practical approaches to make improvements in productivity, quality, health and safety. Simply put, the EECE is targeted at improving the way business gets done."
From full-day workshops on July 8th to focused, ninety-minute conference sessions and the exposition on the 9th and 10th, the EECE provides the nation's leading ergonomists, engineers, executives, safety managers, and other professionals an opportunity to see the best of what the National Show has to offer, and an opportunity to take advantage of all new course offerings. A faculty of internationally known ergonomists from New York University, Texas A&M, Cornell, Duke University and the University of New Hampshire combine with expert consultants and executives from leading companies like Alcoa, DuPont, and Lexmark to deliver a conference program unmatched in the industry. The EECE's relevant and practical information helps organizations maintain a healthy workforce, streamline processes, increase efficiencies, cut unnecessary expenses, and lower costs associated with injuries.
"Ergonomics continues to be recognized as an essential business element for all types of organizations. EECE sessions address broad industry issues as well as special focus areas, all designed to help you take advantage of the power of ergonomics to do your job better, and quickly achieve measurable improvements," said Charnizon. Beyond the fundamentals, the EECE program addresses topics as diverse as cost justification of ergonomics initiatives, facilities planning, the aging workforce, effective office or industrial ergonomics programs, injury reduction, productivity improvement, ergonomics risk assessment and much more. Every type of industry will benefit from the EECE's targeted offerings, all delivered by ergonomics experts.
Also back by popular demand, ErgoSchool Luncheons will place ergonomics professionals together with industry leaders in an informal environment to explore topics critical to ergonomics success, and rounding out a well balanced program that combines educational opportunities, an exposition of cutting edge solutions, and unique networking opportunities. Visit www.ergoexpo.com for more information including the full Conference program, speaker biographies, a list of exhibitors, and more. Those interested in registering for the Eastern Ergonomics Conference and Exposition can contact Continental Exhibitions at 212-370-5005, or enjoy a discount by registering online at www.ergoexpo.com
