Productivity and efficiency are two of the most important objectives for all offices, but a number of factors can have an impact on the performance of employees in each of them. One of those factors may be not having access to proper office supplies and equipment.

If you need help putting together an office supply list for your business, here are 10 to consider:

1. PENS – They run out and run away. Offices run out of pens quickly, so make sure you have a good stock of black and blue pens to ensure you never run out.

2. NOTEPAD – Pens aren’t much use if there isn’t something to write on, so you’ll need plenty of notepads and writing pads for staff to take notes and jot down ideas.

3. PAPER – In addition to writing paper, you’ll also need paper for printers, fax machines, copiers, and much more.

4. JOURNALS – Although mobile phones and computers have replaced them to some extent, many employees still rely on a written journal.

5. POST-ITS: Office workers are forgetful and need to be reminded of many things. Post-it notes and other sticky note products will ensure that the password is not lost and that the recipients do not lose any messages.

6. FILES AND FOLDERS – Another one that may have been affected by computers and hard drives, but don’t ignore the importance of keeping hard copies of your most important documents and the best way to store them is in files and folders.

7. STAPLERS: Unauthorized loan of staplers makes up 50% of all office arguments (probably), so make sure there’s enough to go around. Also don’t forget the staples.

8. WHITE BOARDS – If you still prefer to run meetings without relying on technology, having a white board with appropriate pens and paper will continue to be a vital addition to the boardroom.

9. ENVELOPES – The sending of invoices, letters and products implies having the appropriate envelopes and packaging. That means a wide selection of envelopes and, to help pack larger items, some duct tape.

10. PRINTER INK: There’s nothing more frustrating in the office than when the printer runs out of ink in the middle of an important document. Being able to replace it right away with the right ink cartridge will make everyone’s life easier.

Hopefully now you are ready to start putting together your office stationery and office supplies list.