Management of Office Supplies and Purchasing in 2026

Managing office stock (cups, paper, coffee, cleaning) seems simple, until you run out of toilet paper. Admin is responsible for ensuring basic infrastructure runs without interruptions. Doing this "by memory" or with sticky notes on the fridge is inefficient.

The supermarket logic

The office should run like a mini-market with reorder points. If printer toner stock hits 2, a purchase order should trigger. Centralizing requests avoids expensive emergency purchases.

The internal purchase flow

  1. Request: Employee notifies something is out or requests specific item (e.g., ergonomic mouse).
  2. Approval: Admin checks if it's in stock or needs buying.
  3. Quote/Buy: Purchase execution.
  4. Delivery: Receiving and distributing to the requester.

How Jestor organizes the supply room

This is where Jestor stands out by delivering the solution in practice:

  • Request Portal: A simple form where any employee requests supplies.
  • Inventory Control: Table that automatically deducts when an item is delivered.
  • Replenishment Alert: The system notifies the buyer: "Low Coffee Stock. Buy now?"
  • Consumption History: Know which department is using the most supplies.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does it work for factory supplies? Yes, the logic is the same for PPE or light raw materials. MeetJestor.

Can I have a product catalog? Yes, create a list of standard items for employees to choose from.

Does it manage vendors? Yes, keep contacts for who sells the best coffee or stationery.

Conclusion

With Jestor, it is possible to automate workflows, connect departments, and create internal systems your way, all code-free and AI-supported.

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