EOFY can be a frenzied time for any business owner or manager. It’s not the time for flippant spending simply to claim tax deductions, but it is an ideal time to invest in quality office supplies with the potential to boost employee productivity and satisfaction.
What are some of the mandatory items your employees rely on daily to work effectively and comfortably? With such a vast selection of office supplies available, making a shortlist can be daunting.
Here are 4 must-haves to consider updating this EOFY. You’re not only likely to save money, but you’re also very likely to improve the day to day running of your business.
Printers
We’ve all worked in offices where one or more printers are temperamental, outdated, or slow. When hours of love and labour have gone into a business critical, letter, proposal, or report, the last thing anyone needs is to be tearing their hair out at the final hurdle.
Reliable printers aren’t luxuries in business, they’re an absolute necessity. So invest in a modern multi-use printer designed for high volumes, versatile paper handling (from envelopes to A3) and duplex print, copy, scan and fax capacity.
Also consider data safety. In the age of web-enabled and multi-function printers, unsecured printers are susceptible to malicious data attacks, which can then put your entire network at risk. Whilst you may have done everything you can to keep your digital devices and drives secure, quite often, most businesses do not consider the safety of their printers.
One of the best and safest ways to protect your data is to invest in a printer that will defend your network and potentially even ‘self-heal’ if the printer is compromised. Implementing the right data security technology is like having a 24/7 security guard inside your printer.
Ergonomic Chairs
Ergonomic chairs do more than just support good posture and productivity. They can also remind employees that their comfort and wellbeing are valued. 70% of leave taken across developed global countries is attributed to lower back pain. Ergonomic chairs are designed to suit the employee’s task, and to be adjusted to mould with their individual size and shape, to provide everyday comfort.
Sit/Stand Desks
While technology is more mobile than ever, humans are moving less than ever. We sit during our commute, in meetings, at meal times and beyond. Sit-stand desks aren’t new to Australian workplaces but not everyone has embraced them. The health benefits are endless but it can also help improve the mood and energy levels of staff and can boost productivity. Look for durable material for longevity and easy mechanisms to switch between sitting and standing.
Whiteboards/Pinboards
Whiteboards and pinboards are tools for collaboration, communication and inspiration. They’re a flexible, versatile tool that can be an effective shared resource for all staff, particularly in team environments. There are sophisticated interactive whiteboards, pinnable panels in a range of colours and styles and eye-catching glassboards which add an aesthetic dimension, as well as functional purpose.
Together, fundamental supplies such as these can deliver ongoing benefits to productivity, communication and employee comfort and wellbeing. Start the new financial year with resources that can deliver immeasurable returns on investment.
About COS
COS is Australia’s largest privately owned office products supplier, servicing over 5,000 business customers across Australia and offering thousands of products used in today’s modern workplace including technology, kitchen and cleaning, furniture, print and promotional items, and office supplies. COS supports organisations of all sizes by making the selection and delivery of office supplies easy, streamlined and cost effective, allowing organisations to remain focused on business critical activities.
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