In comparison to alphabetic and straight numeric filing, terminal digit filing can seem confusing to those who are new to it. Here are some pointers about this indexing system: Terminal digit filing systems arrange files in groups according to the last digits. This is an efficient method for systems that have more than 10,000 records or have “skips” in numeric sequences, that are created when social security numbers or files have been purged extensively. The [...]

File guides and out guides look similar and have different functions, but both can help increase filing efficiency. File guides break your system into sections to help speed filing and retrieval. The more files you have, the more you need guides to help you quickly find the section you are looking for. “Out” guides mark the location of folders that have been removed from the drawer, making it easy to return them to their proper [...]

Hanging file pockets are ideal for storing large amounts of paperwork within your hanging file system, and great for files that need to be frequently removed from the file drawer. Their full-height side gussets keep the pockets from getting caught when trying to take them out of a drawer or box. Documents are also better protected and secured in the pocket. Share and Enjoy: