The holidays will soon be coming to an end and maybe you are thinking about the return to the office. What better way to lift your spirits than some new desktop accessories. Colourful and vibrant we have a large range of items that can brighten up any desk, conference room or work area. Spending a little could pay out big – more enthusiasm, productivity and cheer. You can browse our products online or call our sales team to...
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It’s either too hot and sun or cold and rainy. The worst though is having to complain that it’s too hot INSIDE in our place of work. A common myth is that employees shouldn’t work when temperatures reach a certain temperature. There are guidelines on maximum and minimum temperatures but no hard and fast rules. However there are things that as an employer you can do to make working conditions more acceptable. Here are some ideas:
BATHROOMS
The workplace regulations of 1992 stipulate that employers provide suitable and sanitary conveniences for employees. What is a suitable toilet? It’s one that is well ventilated, adequately lit and properly cleaned. Ideally you should have separate toilets for male and female employees. Can you have too many toilets? Well the number you should have depends on the number of people in the building at any given time. We might not be able to build...
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In our second week of what to consider when doing a makeover we look at OFFICE LAYOUT
How your office or workspace is set out impacts those working in it in a number of ways. Productivity can be influenced by how it is laid out, how light and airy it is and generally how appealing it is to work in. Other considerations must be the flow of the office and how easy and clear access to...
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When you think about an office make over, you think about the style of furniture, the lighting and the general look. But what about Health and Safety? Over the next three weeks we will look at some of the things to consider.
It might not be the most exciting aspect of redesigning your workspace but it does merit some consideration. Not only that but as employers you have a legal requirement to safeguard the security...
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For the last week of our BOS PLUS features we focus on:
3) ONLINE ORDERING
Not everyone needs or wants to talk to a customer service representative to place an order - sometimes they might prefer to sort everything online. Our online ordering service is SECURE, FLEXIBLE and FAST. You can place orders 24/ 7 and keep an eye on what you purchase with usage reporting order history...
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In the second of our BOS PLUS features we look at:
2) THE PERSONAL TOUCH
Did you know when you become a BOS customer you get that bit extra. A dedicated customer service team that take on board you requests and make the service you get just that little more personal . Depending on the size of your spend we also have a team of Account Managers – at hand...
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Over the next three week we will explore the BOS PLUS features
1) FREE AND EASY RETURNS
Order mistakes are easy to make and if you order something in error did you know it’s not a problem to return it? We will take back the item in its original undamaged packaging and swap it for the item you wanted in the first place! If you are not sure how to...
Read MoreAt BOS we don’t just cater for the ‘big boys’ when it comes to interiors. We also have solutions for all those of you who work from home. We work with your space and suggest the best solutions for you not just to make your work space the most efficient it can be but also to make sure you don’t pay over the odds. Tell us what your budget is and we will maximise on the items you can have...
Read MoreDid you know that in addition to supplying your office essentials – fax machines, printers and computers, we also sell the indispensable accessories that keep them in tip top condition. Don’t waste your valuable time trawling the internet – just give our sales team a call and they will be able to sort you out with cables, inks and toners, media devices, USBs, shredder supplies and much much more. All of these delivered direct to your...
Read MoreColour affects our mood – by surrounding ourselves with bright, vivid colours we immediately feel happier. So why not re look your desk / office with some modern, stylish everyday products? Colour coordinate your stapler with your hole punch or why not jazz it up and mix your colour scheme? Boring box files? Make them a feature! Bring some brightness to your every day -...
Read MoreIt might surprise you that an ‘office supplies company’ can fulfil other requirements. For example warehouse and mailing needs are no bother to us – from warning stickers to substantial equipment we can help you in all areas of your business. Explore the many items on our website under mailroom / warehouse tab facilities / workspace. You will be surprised by the range of products, the choice, the price and what’s more you can add any of those items right...
Read MoreThere are some clever people paid lots of money to study how we feel at work with a view to improving our time at work. It would be a shame not to take some of their ideas on board! We all know about the need to take a break from what we are doing ideally every 30 / 40 minutes. It refocuses the mind and keeps us alert. But other things can keep us productive and more importantly happy in...
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If you have a really sweet tooth and need a huge sugar rush or just need to buy in bulk for your staff or an event why not ask BOS for a price?! We do single packs or bulk packs of your favourite sweets.
Have them delivered to your door without the hassle of having to go to the shops. If you are organising an event you will have enough on your plate with all the other things you...
We might not be making a song and dance of GDPR anymore but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t take your privacy seriously. From secure document storage options to shredding and destruction of unwanted paperwork, we have a number of solutions that will help. Storage boxes, lockable filing cabinets, safes, lockers, shredders and much more!
Check out our solutions online or give our friendly sales team a call – they can advise and price up different options...
Have you ever received an email from a customer, supplier or colleague that you have interpreted negatively only to then have a conversation with them and find out that’s not how they intended the email to sound?
Studies show that a poorly worded email can cause anxiety and stress, which isn’t left at the office because more and more of us read emails on our phones outside of work.
We may be guilty ourselves of sending...
We might not all work in the swankiest of buildings or work spaces but a few simple changes can bring wellbeing to the workplace. Why not brighten up the building with well chosen lighting, pictures or canvases. Get your staff away from their desks at lunchtime and for regular breaks. If you have the space make a break out area where they can have a change of scenery and environment – investment in this sort of thing could come back...
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If you don’t think your office products supplier can supply canteen essentials think again. Tea, coffee and sugar supplies are second nature to us and means that you can have your dose of caffeine delivered with your printer paper! AND did you know that tea is particularly good at providing a much needed boost of energy without the caffeine side effects.
Tea is becoming the drink of choice for mental wellness and rehydration and with so many different...
Shock, horror – A new study has found that for children stationery is making a comeback over electronics during long journeys. This is good news for stationers as they see notebooks, pens, pencils and crayon sales increasing. The report is confirmed by child behaviourists who agree that traditional means of entertainment last longer and have fewer secondary drawbacks such as irritability and moodiness which electronic entertainment can cause. Power to the humble pen and...
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It can be hard staying super productive day in day out. We all know about the Monday blues, but did you know there are whole months where we apparently aren’t pulling our weight? The worst are December and then January. What are the top distractions for workers?
Well top of the list is gossiping and chatting followed by spending time on Facebook and then answering personal emails. Then there’s clockwatching , making hot drinks/time spent in...
Where did the idea of a Spring Clean come from? Wherever it was it’s not a bad idea, nor is it limited to your home! Here are some top tips:
1) Don’t use an item every day? Find another place for it!
2) Stacks of papers you don’t need all the time? File them.
3) Like personal items on your desk? Limit yourself to 3.
4) Need things close to hand? Keep all items within...
Like slow technology, white walls, and cubicles dark rooms and irresponsible waste/consumption practices are a thing of the past. Not to mention, that they are a complete turn off to the forward thinking generation of top talent entering the workforce. The future employees prefer offices with natural lighting, a concept made possible through open design and glass walls. For the bad rep that Millennials get, they are actually highly environmentally conscious. Therefore, companies that employ green practices such as recycling...
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STEP 3
In this last of three steps of start up advice let’s look at some of the ‘big stuff’ you will need.
Technology
Technology is the way of the future, and startups are certainly leading the charge. In order to compete with the competition, startups need to have the proper accessories to get their foothold.
STEP 2
Last week we looked at some of the every day supplies you need to get your office up and running. This week we look in more detail about the products that you might need to get your business moving.
What about Mailing & Shipping Supplies?
Despite the fact most of how business is conducted is over the phone or computer, there will always be items or documents that a client needs to receive through...
STEP 1
If you have decided now that we are some way into 2019 that this is YOUR year to branch out on your own, over the next three weeks we have some useful information for you.
So you have your idea for a business, have sorted the company name, the business plan and got some money in the bank. Have you forgotten anything? What about the necessary items to fill your new office?
Here are some office supplies...
Sometimes you might think that we are surrounded by visible distractions – signs and posters everywhere but they are there for a reason – to prevent accidents or worse. We have a large collection of industry standard hazard signs and posters and if you need something bespoke then we can sort that for you too. Wall mounted or floor standing, indoor or outdoor – why not give us a call to discuss our range and make sure that you are...
Read MoreBudgets may not lend themselves to a full revamp of your office or home office but a few simple and inexpensive changes could make you feel like you’ve had a re-look. From a canvas on the wall to new desk accessories and lamps what could be nicer to add a splash of colour, add that feel good factor and still be practical? Nowadays colours are vibrant, styles modern and quirky and where wall art is concerned you are limited only...
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Pens are indispensable aren’t they? But what happens when they get a mind of their own and end up putting ink on our office furniture – how do we get it off?
If you are lucky enough to have a leather chair then we recommend that you check the manufacturers guidelines as they often can give help on how to remove different stains. In some cases it’s a question of getting a damp cloth and a leather cleaner...
As most of us know (and respect) it is law to provide employees with the correct safety equipment to do their jobs. This could be:
However not only should employees be provided with the right PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) but they should also receive the right training on how to use it, how...
Read MoreWell we haven’t quite got there – the reason being everyone needs and uses paper. If you thought we supplied just bog standard copies paper think again. We have specialist paper for blotting, listing and printed photos. We’get different thicknesses and shades depending on what your project is. If you need branded paper or own brand paper we can help.
