Keep your computer hard drive running smoothly like it should.  Did you know that placing your CPU on the floor is a great place for it to collect dust and dirt and cause problems with the performance?  Sometimes they can overheat because they can't cool properly due to poor or no air circulation.  One easy fix is to either have your CPU sit on a stand or mount it below your worksurface.  There are many available. I like the units that install underneath your worksurface which keeps it out of the way, and it is on a track so you can pull it out when you need to access it and it also keeps it up off the floor and away from dirt.  This will also help with air circulation because it will be hanging from your work surface so the unit will stay at the temperature it is suppose to.  If security is your concern, locking devices are available to make it uneasy to remove unless you have the right key.  I like them as well for cord management because they are underneath your desk, you can easily hide the wires.  Take a look at what is available, or call us for questions.

Our office reflects who we are in more ways then we care to admit sometimes.  A few ways to create an image that will impress your co-workers and clients is to utilize leather desk accessories.  The leather desk pad will protect the surface of your desk and create a softer writing surface.  The matching desk accessories will help to organize your clutter and more importantly look great while doing so.  Leather holds up well to long term use with easy maintenance. 

Create a unique and classical looking office with some of our desk accessories.

Protect the top of your desk and look like a pro!  Leather desk pads are the perfect idea to protect the top of your wood top from dents, scratches and marks created by writing and other items.  They create a nice smooth surface and you can get a pad with side rails that can hold notes or other small items in place.  You can go the extra mile and get matching accessory items and really dress up your desk.

Our desk pads are available in a variety of different leathers.  Take a look at our catalog or call us today for a printed catalog.

Sometimes you just need an extra hand to open that lid on the trash can, either your hands are full of trash or they are dirty and you don't want to add to the dirt on the unit.  The answer - Hands free receptacle. Infrared sensors detect motion of hand or object to provide an application that is hassle free. No buttons to push or pedals to step on. Lid closes automatically after three seconds of use. Insures advanced odor, hygiene and infection control. Constructed of Stainless Steel.

It may seem like a gimick at first, it is a bit fun to play with at first, but I have found it very useful in the long run.  We all know that germs are bound to live around trash, so how nice to have one that the lid will open for you when it detects you near, then simply close the lid again after three seconds - how nice!

The holidays are fast approaching and now is the time to start thinking of a nice gift for your boss.  You want to give him or her something that they can display with appreciation and having it be useful is a big plus as well.  Of course the price is a consideration as well, it can't be too expensive.  A desk clock is a great gift idea.  We have several in a variety of styles, and many can also be engraved with a special message.  Take a look at our selection and find the one just right to impress your boss.    

 

 

 

The test of a good filing system is being able to find something when you need it, regardless of how you choose to organize it. However, there are two basic approaches to setting up a filing system:

Good design in the workplace can elevate morale and improve productivity, meet the business requirements of a company, maximize the productivity of employees, promote the image and help reinforce a corporate identity. It can help to attract and retain a higher quality workforce.

Five points to keep in mind when designing your space is:

1. Office Culture

2. Corporate Identity

3. Organizational Structure

4. Technology

5. Flexibility

By evaluating the five specific programming issues, a highly individualized and efficient work environment can be created and cost-effective solutions can be explored.

Do you continue to gather more and more CD's and media discs and tapes each day?  Figuring out the best way to store all of these is a task in itself, for you want to be able to easily locate the disc you need without having to file through a stack.  Take a look at some of these different methods of filing, there is one available to work within your own filing system.

 

Whether you've moved from "filer" to "piler" in recent years or have noticed your workspace slowly closing in on you, clutter may prove more damaging in your career than you realize.  An excess of "stuff" in the office depletes your energy, hinders productivity, and portrays a negative image to clients and/or supervisors.  Now that it is the beginning of the year, what better time to start the year fresh with some of these simple ideas.  A clutter cure is readily available and within your reach.  Here are 12 places you can start with your clutter.

1. Obvious trash - this might include anything from food wrappers to broken, rotten or moldy items.

2. Outdated or expired materials - travel brochures, advertisements, propaganda, coupons, etc.  If you can find it elsewhere, make a note of it in your planner or computer and throw away the item.

3. Unnecessary duplicates - whether multiple copies of the same form or two computers when only one is needed, decide where you have duplication and pare down.

4. Junk mail - prevent it if possible by signing up for the opt-out-programs.

5. Rough drafts or completed projects - when the project is complete and you no longer need the drafts, throw them or recycle them.

6. Useless souvenirs and conference giveaways - Just because it is free doesn't mean you have to keep it!

7. Anything empty, unused or unknown - either fill it, use it, seek out its purpose, or get rid of it.

8. Items you dislike and do not need - we often display items because we think we "should".  If you don't need it, you have the right to handle it as you please.

9. Things you do not use on a daily basis - In general, the items on our desktops will only include those things we use on a daily basis - computer, telephone, planner, etc.

10. Anything in excess - rather than 20 pens of questionable functionality stuffed in a canister - just keep 3 or 4 that work.  Seek out excess in whatever form and take steps to eliminate it.

11. Materials that evoke negative or unresolved feelings - these items don't need to surround you and it is the new year and you are now starting new.  Throw those items which leave you with ill feelings.

12. Items that do not help you pursue your purpose - Get rid of any items not helping you carry out your mission.  You never know, they might be just the items to help others live their purposes!

Hope some of these ideas work for you, and take a look at some of the products we offer to help assist with your organizational needs.

Have you thought about a desk clock as a gift?  This makes a great gift for you know he or she can use one, afterall, we all need to know what time it is throughout the day.  We have a variety available to fit the personality and style of your boss. You can even have it engraved with his or her name and add a sentiment if you really want to impress.  Help your boss have a little style and class for the top of the desk.  We have a variety of clocks to meet your budget.