What do I need to work from home?

A business laptop is suitable for any home office, but even more convenient if you don't have a lot of space. Choose Windows 10 Pro as the operating system so you can log in to the office network from home. This way, you also ensure that you can access all your important documents from home. All inch sizes are possible, but a 15.6 and 17.3-inch screen give you the best overview. We recommend the following properties:

• Operating System: Windows 10 Pro
• Screen size: 15.6 inches
• Any kind if build quality
• Connectors: HDMI/DisplayPort

Do you use macOS for your work, or do you simply prefer the Apple operating system? Then an Apple MacBook is a good choice for your home office. Which model you need depends on the work you do. For example, you can choose an Apple MacBook Pro 16 inches if you often edit videos with demanding graphic design programs like Final Cut Pro. Do you mainly use light programs like Microsoft Word and Excel? The Apple MacBook Air is a better choice.

Are you always working from home or do you need a lot of processing power? A business desktop instead of a laptop is a good choice. It's less easy to transport, but it often has more processing power and more connectors for monitors and peripherals. The parts are also easier to replace than those in laptops, which makes a desktop the more sustainable solution as well. With Windows 10 Pro or 11 Pro, your files are better protected and you can access the office network from your home office.

If you work at home, chances are that you have limited space. An excellent size in that case is 24 inches. This type of business monitor also has a blue light filter, which reduces strained eyes. In addition, business monitors are height adjustable for a comfortable sitting posture and indispensable to work from home with a PC. If you have plenty of space, choose 2 screens or an ultrawide monitor for optimal efficiency and plenty of screen space. Want to edit photos, create designs, or watch a movie on Netflix after a long working day? Choose a high resolution and good color reproduction.

A hard-working freelancer often prints documents such as annual reports and minutes. Choose a printer for a small office. These are designed for a business environment with limited space. In addition to printing, many of these printers can also copy, scan, and even fax in some cases. With such an all-in-one printer, you only need one device. If you mainly print business documents, a fast laser printer is a good choice. As a creative freelancer, you want an inkjet printer. This type is really good at color prints.

Do you often work on the go, but also from home? A cradle or docking station is worth considering. You can connect peripherals such as monitors to it. You only need 1 cable to connect these to your laptop. This way, you can easily work with multiple monitors at the same time or browse via a stable, wired internet connection. This is useful for (creative) freelancers who need a lot of equipment such as extra monitors and drawing tablets.

A good WiFi connection is vital for working from home. After all, you need a stable internet connection for video conferencing and working in the cloud. That way, you can see your colleagues very clearly and they can clearly see and hear you as well. You can also open and save all files extremely quickly, including large documents. Which WiFi solution you need depends on your situation. Every solution ensures you can work from home quickly and without problems.

Working behind a desk requires a good working posture. Adjustability is an important property of ergonomically qualified desks. The basic models are manually height-adjustable, so that the desk is at your ideal working height. There are also desks that allow you to adjust the height with a hand crank. This is useful when other are also using this desk. A sit-stand desk provides the best comfort. You can easily switch between sitting and standing work, so that you work even more productively and in a healthy way.

Dining room chairs are often not suitable for sitting on for hours. To work optimally behind a desk, you need an adjustable desk chair. There are different types of desk chairs. For example, with the basic models you mainly adjust the armrests and the height of the seat. Top-notch models even have mechanisms that always keep you in an active and healthy posture. This way, you work in an ergonomic way and physical complaints are eliminated as much as possible.

How do you, as an employer, make sure that your employees have a good and ergonomic home office? With the Coolblue Home Office Store, it's easy to furnish the home office of your employees. You get a closed and personalized home office portal, and all products, from office furniture, to monitors, are in stock and can be delivered the next day for free. Your employees can order the products themselves, and you'll receive one clear invoice monthly.

You can request a demo today, or discover the possibilities.