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"A pencil, a pencil, my business for a pencil!" Office supplies are usually not high on the priority list when setting up a small business, but they should be. Yes, computers and routers and printers and telephones are important. But imagine trying to quickly jot down a telephone number with a computer that's across the room. If your small business is like most, you'll need the lowly supplies to conduct work. Put together a master list of supplies and check your inventory against the list on a regular basis.

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Office Supplies You Need to Keep on Hand
There's a substantial number of supplies you'll need to set up a new office, and they are all important to keep your office functioning.

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