by Diana L. Martin

Over the years, I’ve spoken to many a customer who called to return or exchange the monitor filter they purchased. Usually it was because it was the wrong size and they needed assistance selecting the correct one. Reason number two was that it didn’t do what they wanted it to do.

Finding the right filter for your device needn’t be difficult. There are three basic pieces of information that you need:

Last month we asked you to select what type of recognition you appreciate in the workspace: public, private, peer-to-peer, manager-to-employee, and anonymous recognition. Surprisingly, public recognition was the least popular of them all…

When it comes to branding your small business, signs are a great way to grab attention, bring customers in, and leave a lasting impression that people will remember. Here are some of the benefits that come with business signs.

by Alex Plachta

Does anyone clean their house or apartment during the pandemic? Or just regular old-fashioned spring cleaning? I have and it inspired me to write this blog about the kind of promotional items that had staying power as I cleaned my apartment. While cleaning it seems natural that cheap promotional products would get tossed but that was not always the case for me. Now, just because a plastic cup with a logo on it was tossed does not mean it didn’t serve its purpose, but I wanted to touch on a few items that had me leaving them in the keep pile.

We rely on technology more than ever throughout the workday and while tremendous advancements have been made over the years, technical glitches can still arise. Before important conference and video calls, it can be helpful to have specific plans in place to reduce issues and make sure your meeting goes off without a hitch. Check out these tips to learn more.

by Diana L. Martin

Cutting costs is at the top of every business owner’s list - especially during the past year when revenue has been so drastically reduced. Supplies purchased for internal use can put a bite into the budget. One way to lower office expenditures is to be smart about how and when you print documents Making a few simple adjustments and implementing them for all your office printers can positively impact your bottom line.

Here’s how you can save money on your ink and toner purchases.

Customer service is an integral part of the success of any organization. Studies estimate that two out of three customers are willing to spend more with businesses where they have received top-quality service. Here are some strategies to keep in mind as you improve your organization’s customer service.

Giving back to your community is a great bonding experience, but with social distancing at the forefront of interactions this year, you can still make a difference virtually. Here are some great ways to give back.

by Diana L. Martin

The old proverb says that necessity is the mother of invention and that’s absolutely true, but sometimes it’s just a happy accident. Something created for one purpose may find success being used for something completely different. In today’s edition of:

Office Products Trivia

I ask you this:

by Valerie Glander

As Interior Designers, we spend much of our time with clients discussing staff adjacencies, furniture requirements, finish selections and color schemes. A lesser discussed, but important element of designing an intuitive office environment is often left to an afterthought: wayfinding and signage.

Expensive taste doesn't mean better taste! Available for a limited-time special buy, Jeff & Michael taste test Office Expresso vs Caribou coffee.

by Diana L. Martin

Back in 2018, I wrote a product review on a new line of tape products from a company called T-Rex Tapes. They advertised that their items were ferociously strong - the strongest tapes on the market. You can read that review here: New Product Review: T-Rex Tapes. Fast forward to 2021 and 3M has come out with a new tape to give T-Rex a run for its money. Let’s take a look at the new Scotch Box Lock tape and see how it stacks up.

Breathable, protective, comfortable, stylish... What's most important to you? Print Manager, Alex Plachta, walks us through the most commonly sold facemasks over this past year.

Have you cleaned your coffee maker? Michael shows us how to routinely clean your office Keurig machine, which is especially important after returning from the holiday break. Take care of your coffee maker so it can take care of you!

by Alex Plachta

Hi! I have decided to start a new series of “For Newbies” blogs from the print department here at OEX. Most of these topics have been covered in the past but I thought I would put my own spin on these them as well as covering their real-life implications. I started in the industry only a few years ago so I have some perspective and hopefully explain these topics at a nice basic level. If you have any questions, feel free to email Alex at print@oexusa.com.

by Diana L. Martin

The title says it all…………………………………….today’s question is about:

Movie Trivia

Get those fingers ready to type - this will be a fast one!

Office Express CEO, Anna Sinagra, and President, Jeff Eusebio, reflect on navigating the challenges of 2020 and preparing for 2021 as a small business.

Premier Safety recently relocated their business to Sterling Heights, MI. Interested in working with a premier HON dealer, they contacted us, visited our showroom, and picked out a modern and effective workstation for their office. Our designers worked to create a layout suitable to the space, and the customer absolutely loves the result!

by Kim Schroeder

Designing for senior living has seen a significant change over the years. It is no longer the sterile hospital environment that you may think of when envisioning senior living. Nowadays, senior living facilities more closely resemble hospitality and residential design rather than healthcare design.

Typically, the common spaces have seen more of the shift toward hospitality. Dining halls feel more intimate and personal. Smaller café tables, or banquette seating for a few close friends, rather than a large cafeteria table, are the new trend. These facilities strive to make seniors feel like they are out on a night on the town rather than sitting in a cafeteria.

Slide into some office furniture history with Steve, and learn how our chairs have evolved to custom-fit you!