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How can I keep office files better organized?

Divide & Conquer

Experts estimate that office workers spend 20 to 30 percent of their time just looking for information. Make your research time more effective by keeping file drawers lean and mean. Since overcrowded files add up to lost time and frustration for staff, streamline files by keeping guides simple and files well identified. When folders become too thick with paperwork, break them down into smaller files.

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