Office Furniture
Here’s The Biggest Problem With Open Offices
A new study suggests the biggest problem with open offices is noise. Specifically human noises. Here’s how to design around it. [Read More]
Articles by Greg Bussmann
Sustainability
Debunking the Top Paper Myths
Despite misconceptions, paper is a very sustainable product. Here’s the truth behind a few common myths about paper. [Read More]
Sustainability
Rethinking Procurement to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
If you know Office Essentials, you know that part of our mission is to help our customers reduce their carbon footprint. Our SmartChoice program is designed to help customers save time, costs and carbon and the process involves us challenging them to rethink everything about their procurement process. The exercise tends to uncover opportunities for companies to save real money while also reducing their carbon footprint. Given that we’re in [Read More]
Office Supplies
The Remarkable History of the Pencil
NPR explored the history of the pencil. What they came up with is a fascinating story, which goes back hundreds of years. [Read More]
Technology
Are You Aware of the Dangers of an Unsecured Printer Fleet?
When IT folks think about the threats that face their computers and devices, their thoughts usually turn to high-profile dangers like viruses or phishing emails, but there’s another danger lurking right under their noses that often gets overlooked. Printer security is an equally important, yet often wide open threat to network security and the potential for damage is vast. [Read More]
Office Supplies
The Composition Notebook Gets A Cool Redesign
The black & white composition notebook has a long history, but the design hasn’t changed much in 180 years. That’s about to change. [Read More]