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Basic Office Supplies You Should Consider For Your Business

November 1, 2017

When it comes to your business, it’s important to supply your employees with the office materials they need to be successful. Whether you have a 10 person marketing company or a 500 person manufacturing business, ensuring your employees are taken care of will only help your business to succeed. In this blog, we’ll discuss some basic office supplies you should consider for your office and breakroom.

At Perkaroma, we understand how challenging it can be to find an office supply company that meets all of your needs. As a family owned and operated business, we’ve been providing quality office supplies to businesses all over the country since 1967. From 50,000 office supply items to 12,000 shipping products, we take pride in offering our customers an extensive selection of items that have been made in the USA. If you’re interested in learning more about our commercial office supplies, contact us today!

Multiple Types of Paper

One of the most obvious types of office supplies that you will need for your business are a variety of paper types. You’ll want to order plain sheets of paper for your printer and copier machines, and you should always consider ordering these in bulk for the best price point. You may also want to order a handful of extra notebooks for your employees, should they need to take notes throughout the day. Let’s take a look at some common types of office paper below:

  • Laser Printer Paper – As you may have guessed, laser printer paper is a type of paper that is specifically made for laser printers. Laser paper is created to match the features of most laser printers, and they tend to hold the toner powder better than other kinds. This type of paper is best used for printing documents and printing address and mailing labels.
  • Matte Paper – Often used for general use, matte paper tends to work very well with inkjet printers. Its surface is very absorbent, making it great for quick-dry inks.
  • Glossy Paper – Glossy paper is often confused for photo paper because of its shiny and glossy surface. While you can use this paper for general uses, it’s important to note that it is prone to smudging.

With the large selection of commercial office paper available on the market today, it can be difficult to try and narrow down your options. There are a few things you’ll want to consider for your printing paper, including:

  • Brightness – When we refer to brightness, we’re referring to the contrast and reflectiveness of the paper and how well it holds ink. The standard brightness of paper is rated from 1 to 100, which means the higher the number, the better the paper quality will be. A typical piece of office paper will have a brightness of 80 to 100.
  • Paper Finish – A paper finish is often determined by the surface texture of the paper. This can have an affect on its ink and toner absorption, mechanical strength, and even the paper’s resistance to tear. Paper finish is rated on a scale between 1 and 5, with 1 being the highest. The lower the number, the better the quality of paper. Some popular types of finish include gloss, silk, matte, and cast coat.
  • Weight – The weight of your office paper refers to the heaviness and thickness of the material. Paper weight is normally rated by pounds or grams per square meter (GSM). The heavier the paper is, the sturdier it will be. Heavy paper is often used to make cardstock, catalogs, and postcards.
  • Opacity – The opacity of paper refers to its transparency. It measures how much the paper can block light passing through it.
  • Paper Size – As you may already know, there are various paper sizes and dimensions available on the market today. Some popular paper sizes to consider for your business include:

    • 8.5” x 11” – Most offices use this size of paper for their general printing needs.
    • 8.5” x 14” – Also known as legal size paper, this paper has extra length for printing documents that may need signatures.
    • 11” x 17” – This paper size is generally used for printing magazines and brochures.

At Perkaroma, we’re proud to offer our business customers an impressive and diverse selection of paper. We carry a diverse selection of high quality brands including Astrobrights®, Boise®, and HP.

Coffee, Coffee, Coffee

Did you know that coffee is one of the most valuable traded commodities in the world, second to oil? A warm cup of coffee on your desk is the best way to start your workday, and businesses all over the world are discovering the benefits of offering coffee to their employees and customers. In fact, recent studies revealed that most employees consider quality coffee to be an important perk in the workplace. Not only will investing in a quality coffee machine make your employees happy, it can improve your overall work environment and even improve your workers’ productivity. If you’re still not sure whether or not you should invest in a commercial coffee machine, consider the benefits below.

Coffee Improves Work Productivity

If you’re a coffee drinker, you already know how a simple cup of coffee can improve your energy levels and mood. Caffeine is a strong stimulant that can help employees fight off that 2 o’clock sluggishness and keep their energy levels high.

Coffee Can Encourage Office Networking

Whether your business has multiple divisions or just one office, adding a coffee machine to your workplace is a great way to encourage internal networking. Taking a coffee break during the day has become an ingrained habit in our work culture, and inviting other employees for a coffee break is a great way to foster relationships in the office. In fact, a study conducted at The Massachusetts Institute for Technology (MIT) proved that coffee breaks not only increase productivity in the workplace, they can be used to strengthen the bond between employees.

Coffee Makes People Happy

“Depresso,” is a term that has been coined when you run out of coffee. Running out of coffee can be a real productivity killer, so it’s critical to ensure your breakroom has coffee in it all times. In a study conducted by Harvard, researchers found that women who drank four cups of coffee or more per day had a 20% lower risk of becoming depressed. This is likely due to the amount of caffeine in coffee. Since caffeine affects the levels of dopamine and serotonin in the brain, drinking it can lead to feelings of happiness and euphoria.

Coffee Machines Help To Keep People Honest

According to Fortune, people who get too little sleep are prone to go along with unethical practices at work unless they up their caffeine intake. People who are sleep deprived are found to be more susceptible to unethical work behaviors, however adding coffee to the mix can help strengthen their willpower and self control.

As you can see, there are many benefits to supplying your employees with coffee throughout the workday. If you’re shopping for commercial coffee makers, look no further than Perkaroma. We offer a wide range of coffee supplies including coffee cups, filters, and condiments.

Packing & Shipping Supplies

If packing and shipping are a big part of your business, it’s important to ensure your employees have access to labels, envelopes, and boxes. When it comes to shipping your product, the two major concerns should be the expense and condition. Since most shipping rates are dependent upon weight, you want to make sure the materials you use to pack your products come at an affordable cost. Some packaging and shipping materials to consider for your business include:

  • Air-Filled Packaging – Also known as bubble wrap, air-filled packaging is a sheeting material that consists of a plastic material with air bubbles between the two layers. The air bubbles act as a cushion for the items that are being shipped, and they are used to protect the product against shock and external damage.
  • Labels & Envelopes – If your business only sends standard correspondences, you can probably get away with using the standard #10 envelopes. When it comes to sending sensitive documents like checks or legal paperwork, opt for security envelopes.

“As part of your brand strategy, invest in integrating your name and logo across all marketing materials — including your mailing envelopes and labels,” suggests Veronica Kido, president of Kido Communications, a marketing communications firm in Medfield, MA. “It’s a consistent way to differentiate your company and show your clients and prospects that they are worth the extra investment.”

  • Packing Tape – If you plan on shipping merchandise to your customers, you’ll want to invest in some strong packing tape. The last thing you want is for your carefully packed items to burst open during transit. This can lead a myriad of financial issues down the line.

We hope that this article proves to be helpful as you start shopping for commercial office supplies for your business. If you’re looking for an office supply company that offers more than just great products, be sure to check out Perkaroma’s online store today.

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