With technological advances, paperless practices, and document storage in the cloud, you can drastically limit the amount of hardware you need for your office. Below is a list of the essentials:
- Desktop or Laptop Computer (PC or Mac): This computer should have a large hard-drive and lots of memory (4GB). Dell and Lenovo are reliable options for Windows.
- 2 monitors (you will never look back).
- Multifunction laser printer and copier.
- Scanner: Paperless office considerations and scanner suggestions, here.
- Smartphone (iPhone or Android).
- Backup Hardware: More on backup systems and equipment/services, here.
- Internet Hardware.
- Router
- Firewall (might be built into router)
- Webcam, External Mouse/Keyboard, Headset.
- Logitech has great options for peripherals.
- External webcam options
- Fireproof safe: To secure backup hardware and other valuables.