Graphic Office Supplies Ltd

13/12/2022

Reuse, refill, recycle!
We are all much more aware now of how to be more sustainable in our personal lives; reusable coffee cups, water bottles - but why do all our good intentions disappear when we get to work? It can definitely be more tricky when you have shared responsibility so we’re here to help guide you in achieving sustainability during office hours:

Reuse office stationery
Almost every workplace has lever arch files and ring binders stuffed with old accounts and information. Once emptied these often get thrown out as the spine label contains old information, but as long as they are in good condition there is no reason not to use them again. Just pop an Avery Block Out label over the old one and they are as good as new!

Refill
When looking to reduce the amount of plastic you use, consider refillable options. Available in all kinds of items from printer ink cartridges to pens and pencils, lots of stationery can now be re-filled, thereby extending the life of the item.

Recycle your office furniture
If you are looking to get rid of office furniture, check out companies in your local area who will collect and refurbish (or recycle if broken) your unwanted goods. Depending upon the condition of the items you may actually stand to make some money here! Charities, churches, community groups and schools may also be looking for donations, so if your furniture is in decent condition you may want to donate to these causes.

And a few more ideas!
If you have the space why not create a packaging reuse area, put all your old cardboard boxes, bubble wrap and packing peanuts there - ready for use when you need to parcel up anything.

We've got loads of office products available that can either be refilled, recycled or are made from eco friendly materials - check out our webstore to see them all!

02/12/2022

Nestle Make Chat Work Campaign
Mental health and well being are so important in the workplace - and a vital part of that is to feel that you can openly discuss topics, big and small, with colleagues. Nestle have put together a campaign to encourage everyone to take the time (over a coffee!) to get chatting and to encourage meaningful conversations.

So, grab a coffeee or cup of tea, a biscuit or two (all available via our webstore), then check out: https://bit.ly/3P2RRsL for more info!

Learn about the importance of workplace wellbeing and how you can support your colleagues with Nestlé Professional's Make Chat Work campaign.

29/11/2022

Are you Winter ready?
We may not have had the first snowfall this year, but it makes sense to get Winter ready - after all no one wants to get caught out by an early frost.
Make sure you have salt and grit in reserve, and while you're at it, that snow shovel from last year might need replacing!
We can provide all you need for home or workplace, including high visibility clothing, grit and salt containers, shovels - and of course tea, coffee and biscuits for when you've finished gritting the car park!

Check out our webstore for 1000's of essentials!

18/11/2022

It's rewards time!
We all love getting rewarded and Avery have a wonderful promotion at the moment when you buy from their range of labels.
In packs of selected labels, you can find an Avery Reward worth £2, which can be spent immediately, or you can save them up to buy something much bigger, or donate to NHS Charities.
For more info about the scheme visit: www.averyrewardsclub.co.uk

Visit our webstore to view the Avery labels range and 1000's more essentials for your workplace!

04/11/2022

We LOVE the Cosy range of ergonomic products from Leitz. From funky sit stand desks, to anti fatigue mats, footrests and stools, each item in the range helps to support your body while working, helping you to avoid stress and repetitive injury.

The range includes glass finished products which let you make notes using a drywipe marker - checkout the funky wall mounted clock!

Visit our webstore to view the whole Cosy ergo range!

21/10/2022

Plan ahead - and help change the lives of children with critical illnesses

Keep yourself and your workplace organised with a Sasco planner - and at the same time help to change the lives of children suffering from critical illness. Sasco will make a donation to the Make A Wish charity for every planner sold - this most worthy charity creates life changing wishes for each child, bringing light and joy into their lives at the darkest of times.

We have the full range of Sasco planners available - year planners, holiday planners, staff planners, available in mounted or unmounted options.

Choose yours and help make a childs wish come true.

14/10/2022

Stay secure and claim cashback with Fellowes shredders!

Claim up to £80 cashback on selected Fellowes shredders - including models from the Powershred, Next Gen and Automax ranges! View the full range on our webstore.

Visit www.fellowes-promotion.com to claim your cashback.
Offer runs until December 31st 2022.

07/10/2022

Top5 Eco Work Habits to adopt
Wondering if you can make an impact on the environment even while you are at work?
Try our 5 top habits - we guarantee that it will have a positive effect!

01 Litter Picking
Log on to keepbritaintidy.org and join one of their schemes (you can download lots of material to help promote your litter pick) or go DIY with a set of litter pickers and a team rota.

02 Food containers
Encourage your office canteen to provide meals in recyclable food containers so anything not eaten can be packaged up and taken home to eat later. This is also a big tick for reducing food waste in the UK.

03 Flexible hours
Having a flexible work policy means you can allocate no-car WFH days and when you are office-based you can commute at off-peak times (meaning less sitting around in queues of traffic pumping emissions into the atmosphere) or tie your work hours into available public transport.

04 Zoned controls
If you are running a hybrid work model which means there is never a full office, consider lighting/heating only the areas where staff are located. You can switch up your office layout to make this more effective; occasional meeting areas at one end that can be lit as and when required and desking at the other, where heat and light are available all day.

05 Car Sharing
If ditching the car completely is a step too far (right now) then consider a ride share rota or look into hiring an electronic mini bus to collect/drop off staff in the local area.

30/09/2022

Helping you to hit your !

Sometimes a change in the season can make you think deeply about your current work situation, and what your work goals are. We've selected a book, App and podcast that can give you insight into how you might achieve those goals.
So if you need inspiration, motivation or simply want to keep track of current topics, we've got the stuff to help you:

BOOK: THE ACHIEVEMENT HABIT
by Bernard Roth

This book is for anyone wanting to make a positive change in their life. Using a series of stories, discussions and exercises, Bernard Roth shows that achievement can actually be learned, and once you have mastered that, you will be able to realise your goals in life.
£20 (Hardback) Waterstones

PODCAST: HOW DID YOU GET INTO THAT?
from Grant Baldwin

Although this is an older podcast (Grant stopped recording in 2015), there are over 100 episodes to dip into and are just as relevant today as they were then. Guests talk about their career backgrounds, how it led to what they’re doing now and share lots of good advice and tips for listeners along the way. Perfect for budding entrepreneurs!

APP: POCKET
available on iOS and Android

Do you ever end up down a news wormhole, forgetting what it was you came online for in the first place? The Pocket allows you to save articles, news stories, podcasts and videos in one place so you can access at a time that suits you. Designed for easy reading with a clean layout, it also suggests similar stories, which is heaven sent if you’re researching a topic.
Upgrade options available

23/09/2022

Make it a perfect presentation

Whether you are in the board room, the classroom or the games/tea room, it's vital that you are able to share your ideas and plans, and to brainstorm effectively. A decent whiteboard will hep you do this.

The range of enamel Impression Pro whiteboards from NOBO are the perfect choice. Available in a range of sizes, including widescreen options, they are easy to install and easy to clean.
They all feature a contemporary, slim and unobtrusive frame that maximises the writing space, along with a magnetic enamel surface for easy write on/wipe off use. Last but not least, they are supplied with a spacious pen tray that sits below the board.

Along with whiteboards, we can also provide you with everything you need to produce the perfect presentation - from projectors and laser pointers to presentation binders, not forgetting those all important dry wipe markers!

16/09/2022

Fancy a FREE pair of JBL Headphones?!

We all love a freebie and we all love music, yes?

Right now you can claim a FREE pair of fabulous, funky JBL headphones when you purchase either a LYRA 3-in-1 binder, or a Venus, Jupiter or Amaris laminator from Fellowes.

The Lyra is a brilliant piece of kit - it can comb bind, staple and hole punch your documents, effortlessly!
The range of A3 laminators are suitable for use in any office/workplace, and are perfect for school use as well.

To claim your headphones, simply visit: fellowes-promotion.com and follow the instructions. You'll need to be quick though, purchases must be made before the end of September, and claims must be made no later than 45 days after purchase - happy listening! 😀 😀

05/09/2022

Improving your wellbeing in the workplace

Health and well being should be your top priority when choosing equipment for your workplace, and it's a fact that the right gear will actually energise you, rather than leaving you in a state of disrepair - consider these key points:

Posture
You wouldn't deliberately choose a lumpy matress if you want a good nights sleep, so apply the same thinking to the other place where you spend a third of each day - your office chair!
Ensure that you can get perfect seat height and back angle without any extra pressure on your contact points - a backrest and footrest are two essential items to keep you in the ideal position.
Use a monitor riser or arm to get your screen at the optimum height for your eyeline.

Support
Wrist and feet need to be fully supported at all times to reduce the chance of long term damage to your body. A well designed footrest and wrist support will significantly reduce the chances that you'll sufffer in future.

Lighting
Did you know that the quality of lighting in a room can affect your mental health in a significant way? Enhanced productivity, a more balanced mood and even an improved memory are just a few of the reasons for checking your set up. Our lamps from Unilux are available in a range of funky designs, in desktop or floor standing models and use daylight lamps to mimic the ideal conditions of nature.

We can provide you with all you need for the perfect workspace - office, home or even for on the move! Get in touch - we're here to help!