Tom Kelly, general manager of IDEO, the world-renowned design firm, likes to quote French novelist Marcel Proust, who famously said, "The real act of discovery consists not in finding new lands but in seeing with new eyes." What goes for novelists goes for leaders searching to craft a novel strategy for their company, a new product for their customers, or a better way to organize their employees. In a world that never stops changing, great leaders never stop learning.

Today, the challenge for leaders at every level is no longer just to out-hustle, out-muscle, and out-maneuver the competition. It is to out-think the competition in ways big and small, to develop a unique point of view about the future and help your organization get there before anyone else does. Which is why a defining challenge of leadership is whether you can answer a question that is as simple as it is powerful: Are you learning as fast as the world is changing?

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Nightingale's State of the Art Certified Testing Laboratory.

Nightingale Certified Quality & Testing Lab

Building quality chairs is one thing, but having the ability to test them in an on-site Certified Testing Laboratory goes only to highlight a company's commitment to excellence. Very few chair manufacturers have certified on-site testing labs. On-site testing allows a company to continually improve and catch quality issues before they become a problem. From incoming parts inspections to the testing of new design ideas, an on-site laboratory offers an major competitive advantage. Nightingale has also gone to the effort of becoming ISO 9001:2008 Certified. All Products Meet or Exceed ANSI / BIFMA Standards. Furthermore, all of Nightingale's products are also certified under the more stringent Greenguard Children & School Standards. Experience the Nightingale Certified Testing Lab and their Production Factory by clicking to the left for an informative video.

This month's featured product

Unisource Lateral File Spectacular

Now Through March 31st

Unisource is offering a 2012 first quarter promotion. The focus is lateral files and, as you will see, the pricing is spectacular. These files are Made in the U.S.A. and the standard features are listed below.

Full -extension, ball bearing drawer slides
Safety interlock system allows only one drawer to be opened at a time
Locking and interlock systems capture drawer bodies on both sides, for extra security
Drawer bodies with double-wall side
Leveling glides with 1" adjustability
Two file bars in each drawer for side-to-side filing of letter or legal-sized file folders
Counterweights are included
Three drawer pull options - Recessed (R), Full (S) and Loop (A)
Up to 25 units will ship in 10 business days
5-high files feature a top door that flips up and recedes over the top of the cabinet revealing a fixed shelf with 14" of clearance for the storage of binders and other oversized items.
Numerous Color Choices

Herman Miller - Black Umber, Dark Tone, Innertone, Innertone Light, Light Gray, Light Tone, Medium Tone, Soft White,

Steelcase - Black, Gray Value 1, Smoke, Tan Value 1, Warm White

Haworth - Beige, Browntone, Charcoal, Chalk, Clay, Graphite, Greytone, Platinum, Putty, Sand, Smoke, Stone, Tan

If the color you desire is not listed above, contact Customer Service and we will try to meet your needs...

Part Description	Height	Part Number	Color	Drawer Pull	Unisource Standard Low Price	Sale Price Quantity 1- 5	Sale Price Quantity 6+
Lateral File - Two Drawer - 30" Wide	27 1/2"	U.0522.30.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 290.77	$ 219	$ 199
Lateral File - Two Drawer - 36" Wide	27 1/2"	U.0522.36.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 313.85	$ 229	$ 209
Lateral File - Two Drawer - 42" WIde	27 1/2"	U.0522.42.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 344.62	$ 249	$ 229
Lateral File - Three Drawer - 30" Wide	39 1/2"	U.0523.30.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 369.23	$ 289	$ 269
Lateral File - Three Drawer - 36" Wide	39 1/2"	U.0523.36.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 412.31	$ 309	$ 289
Lateral File - Three Drawer - 42" Wide	39 1/2"	U.0523.42.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 458.46	$ 329	$ 309
Lateral File - Four Drawer - 30" Wide	51 1/2"	U.0524.30.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 460.00	$ 349	$ 319
Lateral File - Four Drawer - 36" Wide	51 1/2"	U.0524.36.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 513.85	$ 369	$ 339
Lateral File - Four Drawer - 42" Wide	51 1/2"	U.0524.42.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 564.62	$ 399	$ 369
Lateral File - Five Drawer - 30" WIde	67 3/8"	U.0525.30.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 581.54	$ 429	$ 399
Lateral File - Five Drawer - 36" Wide	67 3/8"	U.0525.36.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 647.68	$ 459	$ 419
Lateral File - FIve Drawer - 42" Wide	67 3/8"	U.0525.42.X	See above	Recessed, Full or Loop	$ 723.08	$ 499	$ 459

Note: You need to specify the type of drawer pull. Use (R)-recessed, (S)-full or (A)-loop. These letters should be substituted for the (X) within the part number. Also, an optional magnetic shelf divider is available which is very useful for the top shelf of the 5-high lateral file.

All Files and Parts are sold FOB Grand Rapids

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Frugal Super Bowl Party Ideas

As with most years, the upcoming big game sends consumers frantically dashing to the store to stock up on paper supplies, good eats, and spirits to indulge in. Even with the annual sale pricing on common staples like corn chips, sodas, and little weenies, it can be a financial drain to go all out for the event. Since many of the most frugal ideas are also more creative - and fun! - I've rounded up some expert tips to help you have the best blow-out without blowing up your budget.(See also: 45 Other Things to Do on Super Bowl Sunday)

Super Bowl Stew

Reminiscent of the fairy tale "Stone Soup," this modern-day feast can easily accommodate as many guests as you can fit into your home and will likely get cheers from the crowd. Bjorn Karger, author of The Underground Guide to Living Frugal dishes on the details: "It needs everyone's help to win; just ask everyone if they could bring something to add to the stew. Have a simple broth going - water and a powdered soup-packet will do, or slice up an onion and add a few herbs and oil. Even with a small party of four to six guests you'll be surprised at how much food will come in and how fun it will be." Ideas for ingredients guests can bring include potatoes, chicken, shrimp, okra, carrots, and even coconut and curry. Sounds like a fun and delicious way to bond!

Grilled Cheese Station

If the idea of a hotel waffle bar gives you tingles, you'll likely be the type to appreciate a grilled cheese station at your next Super Bowl party. The idea is simple - set up a table with an electric griddle, and lay out an array of unique ingredients to create one-of-a-kind grilled cheese sandwiches. Don't forget to include five or more varieties of cheese, and remember that the thicker the bread is, the more filling (and affordable) the sandwiches will be. Not a grilled cheese fan? Put a twist on it by offering the same set-up for paninis or even quesadillas.

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All the best,

Bill Meyer
Contract Specialties, Inc. (CSI)

email: bill@contract-specialties.com

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