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Organizing Cords




Organizing cords, cables and wires is a must for bringing order to an office. Not only does it avoid knots and twists of all kinds saving you time and energy, but cord organization also enhances the aesthetics of your work space.

Who wants to look at their desk and feel the unpleasant visual chaos of the exposed jumble of cables?!

Use the below information when organizing cords and cables of all kinds. From the process to the products, the following tips will help you successfully uncross your lines!






The Process

Utilize the general organizing procedure of purge, sort and store, and apply it when organizing cords.


Purge:

organizing cords • Start by gathering all of your cords and wires. Go through the pile by handling ONE cord at a time. Get rid of the things that you have several of and/or are no longer usable.

• As you make decisions, put the item in the corresponding pile/bag/box - Keep, Donate, Distribute, Recycle, Trash.

• Take out the trash for a clean work area. Put the items in good condition going to donation and the unusable items going to be recycled in your car. Gather the items for distribution, and put them in a labeled bag in a visible place. This way you will remember to disburse them.


Sort:

• Next, separate what is left into categories in order to see what and how much you have (i.e. phone cords, audio/video wires, computer cords).


Store:

organizing cords • Finally, wrap rubber bands or velcro strips around them to keep the cords in neat coils.

• Use several bins or plastic drawers to store the wires not used very often by category.

• For cords that are frequently-used, utilize the products below to keep your desk area tidy.


Maintain:

• Take the time to recoil cords and put them back in their proper place when done using them.

• Once a year, go through your wires and pare down.


The Products

On The Desk

The Cable Turtle
This handy little device is great for handling a cable that is longer than necessary. It comes in different colors and sizes to fit your needs.

The Cable Caddy
A desktop dream, this accessory keeps cables organized and in place. Unplugged cords will no longer fall behind your desk.


Under The Desk

Power Strip Saver
Want to get full use of your power strip? The power strip saver allows you to use every outlet, no matter how many AC adapter bricks you have.


Behind The Desk

The WireMate Cord Organizer - a favorite for organizing cords!
Affordable and convenient, this organizer allows cables to coexist in harmony. Eliminate the jumble of cords by your desk with ease!



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