Remote working seems to be here to stay following the pandemic. Indeed, estimates suggest that nearly 36.2 million Americans could be working remotely by 2025. The chances are that you’ll be working in at least a hybrid role now or in the near future. And to deal with this, you’ll need a quality home office. Below, we explore some essentials for your home office.
Good internet connection
A good internet connection is essential for your home office. When you’re working remotely, you’ll have to collaborate with your colleagues through video calls. You don’t want to end up with a poor connection preventing you from speaking in a meeting. But by installing a quality internet connection, you’ll be all set to thrive from your home office.
Ergonomic desk and chair
Working from home has led to more cases of back and neck pain since the pandemic. Your best chance of avoiding this is through an ergonomic desk and chair, to give your back the support it needs to remain healthy.
Stationary
Now you’re working from home, you won’t be able to rely on the office for stationary. Try and stock up on all the essentials you need – pens, paper and a diary for a start – to keep your home office well stocked.
Power cords
You should also purchase power cords for your home office. Your electronic appliances will all need a power source – your computer, monitor, printer and speakers in particular. If you don’t have enough sockets, it could be worth getting an extension lead too.
Printer
A printer is handy in any home office too. You never know when you might need to print off a document to work on. It can also help if your printer can scan documents as well. You’ll often need to send over physical documents while working from home, and this can be the ideal way to do it.
Storage equipment
A cluttered office can be difficult to work in: you’ll struggle to find your files and it can get you down if you’re operating in a messy space. But by purchasing some clever storage solutions, you’ll be all set to enjoy a clean, tidy office.
Computer software
You’ll also need the right computer software to work from home. Ideally, your employer should set you up with all the software you need. But either way, it’s worth exploring the software out there that could make your life easier.
Working from home can offer you many benefits, from an improved work/life balance to a boost in productivity. And by optimizing your home office with the essentials above, you’ll be primed to capitalize on this opportunity.
