Elaine has the challenging task of researching prices for the supply inventory and equipment for the upcoming year, keeping in mind that they need to stay up-to-date at all times. Besides the standard office supplies such as pens, paper, printer ink, and cleaning supplies; Elaine will have to budget for office policy/procedure manuals, patient information sheets, physician orders, and face sheets/superbills (Adams, 2014, p. 192). She can look to purchase these items at an office supply/copy store that gives discounts to businesses ordering through their catalog and in bulk. If Elaine makes use of a catalog the task will be quite easy; however, she should research three different companies and look to lock in the lowest prices for the upcoming
