Whether you're equipping your first office or just re-stocking your current one, this checklist will help you determine and track which furniture, equipment, technologies and supplies you need to help your business run more smoothly.
Office Furniture and EquipmentDeskComfortable chairFile cabinetsOverhead and work lightingClient seatingFireproof safeDesktop and pocket calculatorsBookcasesPostage meterWorktable(s)Office decorationsLabeling machineWall whiteboard and markersRadioPaper shredderPhotocopierWastebasketRecycling binAlarm systemFire extinguisherFirst-aid kit
Computer Hardware and AccessoriesDesktop computer and monitorKeyboard and mousePrinterModemNotebook computerCD writerPowerPoint projectorDigital cameraHandheld organizerSurge protectorComputer locksScanner
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Computer SoftwareWord processing softwareVirus protection softwareAccounting softwareDesktop publishing softwareContact management softwareWebsite building and maintenance softwarePayment processing softwareE-commerce softwareInventory management software
CommunicationsTelephone lineInternet connectionToll-free lineDesk telephoneFax machineCordless telephoneAnswering machine/serviceCordless headsetSpeakerphonePagerTape recorderCellular telephone with internet features
General Office SuppliesBusiness cardsEnvelopesStationeryImprinted advertising specialtiesPostage stampsPrinter cartridgesCD and floppy disksPencils and pensPrinter paperCleaning suppliesFax paperNotepadsFile foldersStaplerScissors
This checklist was reprinted from 202 Services You Can Sell for Big Profits by James Stephenson.