Finding Cheap Copy Paper

If your office was taking a company wide quiz about office supplies, what would you think was the most important item that was needed for day to day operations? According to data from American Express Small Business, the answer is office paper. For what it's worth, I missed the answer myself. I guessed file folders. However, when you stop and think about the amount of paper that is used in office across the world, it makes sense.

When you think about the amount of money that the average office spends on paper annually, it makes sense to try to find the best deal that you possibly can.

When shopping for paper, price should always be a factor, but not the only factor. Otherwise, you'll most likely sacrifice quality for price. Your best bet is to find a happy medium between price and quality.

For optimum results when printing or copying, it is important that you choose the correct type of paper for your individual needs and your printer/copier/fax. A short overview of the different types of paper is listed below:

Multifunction - This is probably the most popular type of paper sold as it can be used for just about any application.

Copier - This type of paper is predominately designed for use in a copier of some type. While it will work in a printer, the end results won't be quite as crisp or clear as some other types of paper.

Inkjet Paper - This type of paper is specifically formulated to perform best with the sprayed ink from an inkjet device. Other types of printing can be done on this paper, but the results can vary.

Laser - Specifically made for use in laser printers or copiers for optimum performance.

Once you have a clear understanding on the type of paper that you need, how do you get the best deal? There are a number of ways:

Start with some research so you can have an idea of the typical "street" price of the paper you are interested in.

Buy in bulk - Purchasing paper in bulk is the fastest and simplest method to save some real money on your paper purchases. The more you can afford at one time will play a role in the price you will pay.

Use Coupons or Discounts - Most all office supply companies offer or accept some type of discount or coupon. Use them and you can save some money.

Buying the cheapest copy paper you can find isn't always the best solution. If you follow the tips and tricks in this article, you can most likely find the specific type or brand of paper that you want at a price you can afford.

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Office Supplys

One question I get via e-mail or posting is about saving more money on office suppplies or "office supplys" as one reader put it.

If you own or run a business, then you know that are some expenses that are a necessary part of doing business. Office supplys are one of those expenses. However, there are ways to reduce the amount of money that you are spending on office supplies and not impact the business itself.

Here are a few suggestions:

Use house brands of off brands - Instead of buying name brand office products, consider using a house brand or alternative brand. Most all of the house brands are nothing more than the exact same product that has been repackaged. As they don't carry a "name" brand, you can generally save some money on these house brands, especially if you buy in bulk.

Document your spending in this area - While it's important to document your spending, it's also important to break the spending out into sub-categories like paper, pens, office machines, etc. This way you can get a true idea of exactly where you are spending your office supply budget. Within a few months, you will also have established a baseline of spending sorted by type so you can then start to take action to reduce that spending.

Purchase in bulk - Many people have different ideas of what a "bulk" purchase involves. Basically a bulk purchase involves a product that is packaged in a mass quantity. You save money in these purchases as the manufacturer has less money invested in the packaging and advertising. For example, you'll save money buying writing pens in a pack of 1000 over a pack of 12. Opportunities like that really add up over time.

Use coupons or promotions - Many office supply vendors offer coupons or discounts for various products. Some also offer discounts for bulk purchases. Even if coupons or discounts aren't listed or suggested by an office supply vendor, ask about them. The office supply industry is extremely competitive so you can use that to your advantage.

Most people take a shotgun type of approach to an office supply budget and blindly make purchases on an as needed basis. By following the steps listed above and applying a consistent plan, you can make great gains in reducing your office supply spending.

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Office Deopt

I always get a kick out of all of the misspelled office supply words I see in e-mails. I received one last week asking a question about "office deopt" prices. In addition to that one, here are a few that I've received as well:

• office maxx
• office dept
• Stapls
• offic max

I know they are just fat fingered misspellings, but you have to wonder how successful they would be using these words in a Google search?

What is an "Ergonomic Office Chair"?

Webster defines the word "ergonomic" as "an applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people and things interact most efficiently and safely." Basically, this means that ergonomically designed item are specifically designed for comfort and efficiency. Ergonomic chairs are no different.

They differ from standard office chairs as ergonomic chairs are designed for maximum comfort and productivity. Standard office chairs may not have some ergonomic functions like armrests, adjustable height, lower back support, etc. In a nutshell, ergonomic chairs are going to have a higher level of adjustability versus a standard office chair.

Why are ergonomic chairs important? Well, when you sit down and add up how much time you may be seated in the chair, it becomes very important. According to OHSA, the average office based employee, working a 40 hour week, will spend 25-30 hours in a seated position. Over a twelve month period, that's over 1500 hours in a seated position at work. That much time in a seated position puts quite a bit of stress on the lumber area of your spine.

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