Tariff Transparency at Xybix

Posted by Ken Carson on Apr 30, 2025 7:41:12 AM

There’s no way you haven’t heard about the tariffs dominating today’s headlines.
From tech to textiles, nearly every industry is feeling the ripple effects, and unfortunately, that includes us too. At Xybix, we want to be upfront about how these changes are impacting our pricing and what we’re doing to stay transparent, fair, and committed to quality.

The recent updates to U.S. tariff regulations have impacted certain materials that are essential to producing our durable, ergonomic, and customized workstations.

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Topics: Pricing, About Xybix, Pre-Planning, Brief Overview, Xybix vs. Competitors

Why Expert Design and Professional Installation are Essential for Your Radiology Workspace

Posted by Mike Graham on Apr 23, 2025 7:55:13 AM

For radiologists, a desk is more than just furniture—it’s a critical tool that supports diagnostic accuracy, physical well-being, and long hours of focused work. That’s why professional installation and expert workspace design should be at the top of your list when evaluating new ergonomic sit/stand imaging desks.

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Topics: Employee Health, Ergonomics, Healthcare

More Evidence that Sit-to-Stand Desks Are Essential

Posted by Doug Herman on Apr 16, 2025 7:42:15 AM

I saw this headline, “Why ‘Unbalanced’ Muscles Can Cause You Pain,” and had to dig deeper. What are unbalanced muscles? Do I have them? Do our customers? At Xybix, our values include creating healthier workspaces and caring for those who serve others. I wanted to know more—and make sure our desks help prevent muscle imbalances for 911 dispatchers, healthcare workers, radiologists, and other professionals.

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Topics: Employee Health, Ergonomics, Pre-Planning

Xybix Newsletter 4/9/25

Posted by Ken Carson on Apr 9, 2025 8:02:31 AM

From the Family Basement to 54,000 Square Feet

Xybix was born in 1991 with a vision to help mission-critical professionals work through ergonomics before the term “ergonomics” was widely known.

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Topics: About Xybix, Fun & Morale, Featuring a Video or Photo Gallery

How to Ensure Your Dispatch Center Remodel is Successful

Posted by Ken Carson on Mar 12, 2025 9:29:50 AM

Updating dispatch furniture is no small task. After all, it’s a process that happens only once every 10–15 years, and for good reason! The coordination required between teams, vendors, and timelines makes it more like orchestrating a symphony than a quick shopping trip to IKEA.

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Topics: Pricing, Dispatch, Pre-Planning, Brief Overview

How Xybix Transformed Air Methods' Unique Comms Center | Xybix

Posted by Doug Herman on Mar 5, 2025 7:45:53 AM

Inside Xybix’s Innovative Redesign of Air Methods’ Mission-Critical Comms Center

When longtime Xybix customer Air Methods sought to transform its aeromedical communications center, the project managers shopped around. They shared their unique vision with various dispatch furniture vendors only to find that “Xybix was the only one who took on the challenge.”

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Topics: Installation Information, Command Centers, Biography, Featuring a Video or Photo Gallery

RFP vs IFB: Choosing the Right Bidding Process for 911 Centers | Xybix

Posted by Ken Carson on Feb 26, 2025 7:10:27 AM

How to Choose Between RFPs and IFBs When Buying Furniture for Your 911 Center

When it’s time to purchase new furniture for your 911 center, many city or county agencies rely on their purchasing departments to determine whether the acquisition should go out for competitive bidding or can be made directly. But what does "going out to bid" actually mean?

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Topics: Pricing, Dispatch, Pre-Planning, Brief Overview

When Should You Start Thinking About Dispatch Furniture Proposals?

Posted by Ken Carson on Feb 19, 2025 7:23:29 AM

The short answer: it depends. Each state, and even each communication center, has its own purchasing process, which can greatly affect the timeline for acquiring new dispatch consoles.

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Topics: Pricing, Dispatch, Pre-Planning, Brief Overview

How Much Does New Dispatch Furniture Cost?

Posted by Ken Carson on Feb 12, 2025 7:24:48 AM

Let’s start with the basics. Asking, “How much does dispatch furniture cost?” is a lot like asking, “How much does a car cost?” It depends on your needs and preferences. Do you want the essentials, or are you looking for premium features? Three primary factors influence the cost of PSAP workstations:

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Topics: Pricing, Dispatch, Pre-Planning, Brief Overview

Dispatch Furniture Project Timeline: Plan from Start to Install | Xybix

Posted by Ken Carson on Feb 5, 2025 7:28:28 AM

How to Plan and Manage the Timeline for Your New Dispatch Furniture Project

Achieving a goal such as launching, expanding, or remodeling a control center starts with setting a realistic completion date. Without a clear target and supporting milestones, it becomes challenging to stay on track or remain accountable. Your timeline will be as unique as your project, typically ranging from 4 months to 2 years.

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Topics: Pricing, Dispatch, Pre-Planning, Brief Overview