subject: Are the Right Systems in Place for Your Office Supplies? [print this page] If you run a business, running out of office supplies can really interrupt work flow. You'll also find you need to keep fairly close tabs on things so that they don't run out, to reduce waste and to be sure that you are getting the best possible price for these products.
It's really only when you start running a business that you realise just how many things you need to keep things running smoothly. Clearly some things run out more quickly than others. But from stationery to paper to office furniture, people expect their office to be kitted out properly.
So you'll need a good delivery system in place, and strong relationships with your supplier, especially given how often you will be re-ordering things like stationery. It may sound harsh but you should keep a very clear record of how supplies are allocated and who has been given what. Even cheap office supplies are, of course, a genuine cost to your business, and need to be treated as such.
Every few months, look at your office stationery order, choose 10 products and do a price check. This will keep your purchasing processes sharp. Every year, take an in-depth look at your spending patterns.
It's also a good idea to tell your supplier about any changes to your business they should know about, like an increase in staff, a new office that needs supplies, and so on.
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Are the Right Systems in Place for Your Office Supplies?
