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In order for your business to succeed, you need to have a strong team behind you. The great thing is, you can turn nearly any group of people into a solid team. It may take work, but there are several methods you can use to increase efficiency. Goals Setting goals together as a team can help to build unity. Instead of focusing on outperforming eac...

There's a certain degree of risk that comes naturally with owning and operating a small business. The risk of failure is commonly considered and often prevents many from even getting started. That's not the only risk to be aware of though. Owning a business means you're at risk for getting involved in legal trouble, so it's important to take steps ...

Everyone wants their business to be exemplary. They want their employees to be safe and productive and they want their business stats to improve. But there are things around the office that kill performance. Time wasters, an unsafe environment and long meetings are all things that kill performance around the office and demand your attention. Tim...

As one of the customer-facing aspects of your business, your office space is important to how your company will be perceived. It's important to make sure your office looks amazing in order to make sure you make the best impression. And you might find that you need to rearrange things to be in compliance with local healthcare guidelines anyway. So h...

The coronavirus pandemic has dramatically changed the workplace for nearly everyone. Instead of commuting to and from work at an office building, the commute now consists of the distance from your bed to your computer. While stuck inside during quarantine, it can be easy to get bored. When boredom sets in productivity drops off and you’ll end up ...

Productivity is what keeps your business running. If you don’t get things done, then your business will suffer. Thankfully, there are some things that you can do to improve it. If your employees are struggling with productivity in the workplace, here are some things that you can do to improve it.  Reduce Waste Start with Kaizen. Kaizen is a Japane...

  We're all doing our part to make the world a little bit safer for us to live, breathe, and work in. As an office manager or business owner, you have the ability to set the tone for the office in terms of conservation efforts by making it more eco-friendly. If you aren't sure where to start, here are a few helpful tips for how to create a more ...

Learn how OFW is putting client safety first while still providing the best office furniture prices and service in the Midwest: OFW is taking extra steps to ensure client safety, including: Enforcing social distance of at least six feet between staff & clients Sanitizing door handles & high-traffic surfaces between client visits Offering as...

For those who are used to working in office settings that feature cubicles with assigned seats, the standing desk is quirky, to say the least. However, many office workers swear by them. As it turns out, adopting a standing desk is more than just a passing fancy. They actually have a number of benefits. Reduce Back Pain We are creatures of habi...

Cubicles are common in most offices today. Since we spend nearly half of our day in our respective cubicles, it is very important to have cubicles that are attractive enough to sustain our interest. Christmas decorations are an inseparable part of the Christmas holidays, without which Christmas would lose all its color, its spirit, its warmth and i...

Height Adjustable Desk Comparison: Varidesk Pro Plus 36 vs. Loctek LXR36 This review will cover: Varidesk and Loctek Overview Varidesk Pro Plus 36 Loctek LXR36 Varidesk Pro Plus and Loctek LXR36 Comparison Ergonomics and Adjustability of Varidesk and Loctek Varidesk Size and Stability Loctek Size and Stability Should I buy a Va...

Office Furniture Warehouse Presents: Memorial Day Weekend Kickoff! Join us on May 22nd for our first annual Memorial Day Weekend Kickoff!  Food, Fun, and Fundraising! Want to have fun, network, eat great food, and be entertained? Of course you do. Come on out to Office Furniture Warehouse and help us raise money for Operation Homefront - non-pro...

Office Furniture Warehouse - Community Involvement Never underestimate the impact a small business can have on local charities Over the years, Office Furniture Warehouse has built great rapport with many local charities and non-profits - giving back to the community is a fundamental part of OFW's vision. Participating in charitable events as a co...

#1 - Save Money for your Business Running a business is expensive, prioritizing your spending can be difficult. Fancy, brand new office furniture, while nice, is likely not a priority for you or your employees. Simply put, you can save up to 80% when you purchase used, that could mean saving tens of thousands when furnishing your entire office spa...

The ups and downs of an open concept office space We have had many customers ask us about the new wall-less open office concept. Is it a good or bad idea to remove cubicle walls and fixed walls? An open office plan is one that eschews walls and cubicles in favor of large open rooms where workers are constantly within sight of one another. Where...

As 2018 comes to a close, we have been thinking forward to 2019 and the modern office furniture trends that undoubtedly come with it. While you won't notice a lack of traditional office cubicles, basic metal and wood desks, or plain-Jane office chairs in 2019 - You will however, begin seeing a jump in much more modernized office furniture. Expect t...

Office Furniture Warehouse is an official Concept Seating dealer! We are proud to announce, that OFW is now a Concept Seating dealer. Concept Seating specializes in heavy duty, commercial grade chairs engineered from the ground up to last in even the highest paced work environments. What's even better, is they're manufactured here in the USA - in ...

This year, businesses can deduct every penny invested in office furniture! Get your high-quality new and gently used office furniture at the lowest possible prices from OFW and expense the cost of any section 179 property. Shop New Shop Used Shop Online Visit or contact Office Furniture Warehouse for outstanding service and selection ...

OFW Buyers Guide: Conference Tables Choosing the Right Conference Table for Your Office So, it's time to choose a conference table for your office? Let's run through some of the steps you don't want to overlook when it comes to picking the perfect conference table Measure not once, not twice, but three times! Choose a conference table that is...

Calculating the perfect size for a conference table is as easy as 1, 2, 3 at Office Furniture Warehouse: Boat-shaped conference tables are easy on the eyes during and between meetings. Measure the room where you plan to put the table Decide how many people need to sit at the table Use the table below to find the closest match The dimen...