Office Products

A Green Warehouse

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How green is your warehouse? Of course, I am not talking about painting the exterior or interior walls, floor or other sections of your warehouse green. What I am referring to is energy savings. Many new warehouses have been built with a variety of features that offer energy savings that can result in cost savings. … Read more

‘Do Modern Offices Still Need File Cabinets?’

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The file cabinet has been a familiar part of practically every office for more than a century. They provide a convenient way to store, manage and access paper records such as employee files, customer orders, and sales receipts. But now that most records are recorded and stored digitally on such devices as laptops, smart phones … Read more

Insertable Plastic Label Holders Offer Convenience, Value

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One of the simplest ways to organize any work area is to use insertable plastic label holders. Although these versatile clip-on devices have been used in warehouses, offices and other business environments since they were developed by Aigner Label Holder more than 50 years ago, their ability to easily categorize different shelf or work zones … Read more

Techniques for Making the Most Out of Your Next Presentation

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Whether you are addressing your investors, making a motivational presentation to your employees, or simply sharing information during weekly management meetings, knowing how to give a good presentation can help you get your message across more clearly and powerfully. When speaking in front of a group of people, making a good first impression is important. … Read more

What Does Your Conference Space Say About Your Company?

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Making a good first impression is important for any business. So if your conference room or meeting space features worn, outdated or unappealing tables, chairs and other furniture, what is it telling the customers you bring there? Having an appealing conference room that defines your company’s mission is an easy and affordable way to build … Read more

Inexpensive Ways to Improve Employee Morale

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happy employees are productive employeesFor most companies, employees spend nearly as much time on the job as they do in their own homes. So providing a work environment in which your employees feel welcome and appreciated is an important part of maintaining employee morale.

Nobody wants to work someplace in which they aren’t made to feel welcome. Here are a few simple and inexpensive ways you can make your employees feel more at home while they are on the job:

1. Make Them Feel As Though Their Opinion Counts — One of the easiest things you can do to engage your employees is to install a suggestion box or find another way to gather their input. Studies have shown that workers who feel they have some say on how things are run in the workplace are happier and more satisfied in their work.

2. Provide a Clean and Comfortable Break Area — Your workers are most likely to be chatting with their co-workers during their breaks. To keep their conversations positive, provide a clean and comfortable break area. Some new cafeteria tables or break furniture is an excellent way to make your employees feel as if you genuinely care about their well-being.

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Make a Good First Impression with a Clean and Organized Reception Area

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desk and chairsWhen clients and visitors enter your business, what do they see?

If you aren’t sure how to answer that question, try this experiment: Pretend that you are a first time visitor to your business. Drive into your parking lot and act as if you have never been there before. Is your entrance easy to find? Are there signs to direct visitors where to go?

Walk into your reception area and look around. Does it look friendly and inviting? Is there a live person there to greet you? If so, what do they say? Are they personable and helpful?

Next, look at your waiting area, if you have one. Is the furniture clean and in good repair? Is there something to keep your visitors occupied while they are waiting, such as a television or some magazines?

Like anything else in life, first impressions mean a lot when it comes to your company’s visitors. So the way they perceive your business during their first visit can set the tone to how they feel about interacting with your company in the future. A few simple improvements to your visitor’s experience can determine whether or not they will become a lifelong customer.

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Benefits of Modular Workstations

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benefits of modular workstationsFor many companies that are expanding rapidly or have limited office space, modular workstations are an effective and affordable solution.

Modular workstations, or cubicles, are prefabricated desks that come attached to short walls that are usually covered in attractive fabric or other professional-looking material. They are used by many businesses today because of their versatility and their efficient use of space. Modular workspaces allow the flexibility to modify office layout almost instantly, without having to tear down or build up new walls or perform other expensive renovations.

Cubicles can be broken down, moved and set back up in just a few minutes using a minimal amount of tools and labor. You won’t need to hire construction workers or even outside workers to change the setup of your office. Some cubicles even snap together.

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Is Bubble Wrap Actually Good for the Environment?

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using bubble wrap is good for the environmentEverybody loves bubble wrap. Businesses love the versatility and safety it provides when shipping products through the supply chain. Consumers love it because they know the products they order will arrive intact and undamaged. Even children love to play with bubble wrap, squeezing the tiny air pockets and delighting in the cascade of popping sounds.

But bubble wrap is actually good for the environment for a number of important reasons. First, bubble wrap provides superior cushioning than other forms of packaging, such as corrugated cardboard, recycled newspaper or shredded paper. It is made from polyethylene that is formed into air pockets. This trapped air provides a cushion that prevents damage during the inevitable jostling and impacts that occur during shipping. That means fewer items are damaged to the point where they have to be returned. Shipping items back to where they came from and then shipping replacement products can double or even triple your freight costs for that product- and increases emissions.

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