| | 3 Simple Filing Guidelines
Creating and following an effective filing system can be a basic way to find important papers now – or at least in 10 seconds or less More |
| Banish 'Miscellaneous'
“Miscellaneous” is the catch-all folder category when a category has no logical home. Take time to categorize topics – and find things faster later on. More |
| | Colored Tabs to Manage Folders
Color can transform office organization. Project, client and household folders can be organized with colored tabs or folders according to topic or activity. More |
| Conquer Desktop Clutter with Files
How can you be expected to work amid paper clutter and chaos? Turn reams of paper into Action Files that will enable you to clear your desk and stay atop current projects – and life. More |
| | Create a Warranty File
With so many expensive and big-ticket items around the house, keeping warranties in critical. Get them out of some kitchen drawer and into an organizational system where you can find them quickly and easily. More |
| Hanging File Organizers
Few consider the power and importance of hanging files when creating a file system. From a file cabinet to a file box to wall hanging file systems, hanging files simplify storage – and make better use of space. More |
| | How Label Printers Can Help Get You Organized
Linens, reusable food containers, office folders…. Everything has a potential name. But pens are no solution. Instead, select the right label maker for your needs – and organize your things. More |
| How To Create An Organized Filing System
A good filing system is being able to find something when you need it, regardless of how you choose to organize it. More |
| | Keep Papers Under Control
Mail, faxes, email docs you need to print. Paper comes in everyday. Plan to toss some paper for each document you retrieve - and make space available for more. More |
| Organize Your Files with a Handheld Labeler
Two words for better organization: Label it. A handheld labeler creates labels that are both durable and legible. In time, you’ll come to label home electronics, circuit panels, pantry containers – and even files and folders. More |
| | Organizing Business Cards
Business cards come stacked, piled, massed and scattered. Turn cards and associated notes you’ve collected into valuable data by immediately entering or scanning them into contact manager software. More |
| Record Retention FAQs
Cars, home, medical and property – Do you know how long to keep your documents? Here’s a primer to help. More |
| | Records Retention
So many records, so little space. Some records – like tax returns, insurance forms, and receipts and warranties for big-ticket items – are keepers. But which need keeping? And for how long? Read a primer on records retention. More |
| Shredding: What, Why And How
If you have any fears of identity theft – and we all should – then destroying documents should be standard practice. Learn about shredding, burning and secure disposal. More |
| | Skirt It
When it comes to organizing and storing documents, a metal filing cabinet is indispensable – and unattractive. Transform the corporate look with fabric that will bring warmth to a room. More |
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