The importance of office machine in the office are as follows:

•  Better quality of work
  Office machines and equipment play a vital role in an office. The work done by the help of machine is neat, accurate and uniform.
  
  
• Saving time:
  The office machine helps tp save time than the work done by men. It increases efficiency and effectiveness of work. The speed of official work is increased with the help of a machine. It helps in completion of work in a faster way.
  
  
• Saving labour:
  Office machine helps to save  human labour. The volume of works can be done by using less number of workers, Total wage bill can be reduced because the machine works faster than men.
  
  
• Accuracy:
  Office machines reduce accuracy by reducing the chances of error.  It increases in accuracy in all types of works like adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing etc. more quickly. It reduces the error, fatigue and helps in supervision.
  
  
• Increase efficiency:
  Another importance of office machine and equipment is to perform work speedily, quickly and accurately.Thus,it helps to increase the efficiency of employees. 
  
  
• Increase in goodwill and image:
  It creates the positive image of the business firm. The use of office machines like computer, fax, gives an impressive look to an office.

Office Equipment

The machines which are used in an office as kids to help employees to perform their work are commonly known as office machines. It plays a vital role in an office because all the activities are performed through the machines and equipment. In a modern office, a business completely depends on the office machine and equipment.

The basic reasons for increasing use of office machine is the growth of volume and complexity of business operations and need to be more efficient and competitive. Computer, fax, duplicating machine, are most commonly used office machines

Office Furniture
Office furniture is an indispensable part of the modern office.  It is mostly used in the indoor activity .The work can be done quickly if the office should be provided with comfortable and convenient furniture. The major and most popular office furniture are chair, table, cabinets, cupboards, sofas, racks etc. The office looks attractive and pleasant if there is a good design of furniture. In a well-furnished office, employees feel comfortable and are motivated for work.

Office furniture facilitates working procedures, reduces fatigue, and makes the working environment comfortable and pleasant.

Office machine

The machines which are used in an office as kids to help employees to perform their work are commonly known as office machines. It plays a vital role in an office because all the activities are performed through the machines and equipment. In a modern office, a business completely depends on the office machine and equipment.

The basic reasons for increasing use of office machine is the growth of volume and complexity of business operations and need to be more efficient and competitive. Computer, fax, duplicating machine, are most commonly used office machines.

Factors to be considered for selecting office Machine

Selection of right type of machine is also important. Office machines of various shape, size and models are available. Before, buying an office machine, a detailed study should be done regarding its need, efficiency, and price.
 The following are the factors that  are to be  considered for selecting office machine are as follows:

• Simple in operation:

Simple and easy in operation is necessary factors to be considered for selecting office machine. The machine should be simple and easy because it helps faster function, less fatigue, few mistakes, and errors.

• Flexibility:

Another factor to be considered for selecting office machine is to have the quality of flexibility to adopt the multiple purposes. Without it, the machine wouldn't justify at all.

• Durability:

The durability of machines and equipment is one which lasts longer. Metal furniture is more durable compared to wooden and plastic furniture. Better quality branded machines are more durable. Their durability should be considered in making a selection of office machine and furniture

• Cost:

Office furniture is available in various price ranges. The availability of fund should be considered in making a selection of office machine and furniture. Cost is generally the deciding factor

• Portability:

The machine should be portable to use and handled properly. It becomes very easy to move from one place to another if the machine is portable.

Office furniture is an indispensable part of the modern office.  It is mostly used in the indoor activity .The work can be done quickly if the office should be provided with comfortable and convenient furniture. The major and most popular office furniture are chair, table, cabinets, cupboards, sofas, racks etc. The office looks attractive and pleasant if there is a good design of furniture. In a well-furnished office, employees feel comfortable and are motivated for work.

Office furniture facilitates working procedures, reduces fatigue, and makes the working environment comfortable and pleasant.

• It increases the efficiency of work.
• It makes the office more attractive and pleasant.
• It helps to maintain the prestige of office.
• It provides the better working environment for the employees.
• It helps in reducing the fatigue.
• It helps in protection of documents from fire, dust, insects etc.
• It helps in proper storage of files.
  
  

Cost
Cost is the most important factor affecting the selection of office furniture. The machine should be within the budget of an office with the good quality of furniture

Durability
Durability of furniture should be considered. The furniture shoud be durable, original and long lasting. The machine should be free of the problem of breakdown. It also saves the repair cost. Likewise, steel has become more popular nowadays.

Comfort
The office furniture where employees work for longer hours should be comfortable. Comfortable furniture will result in increased efficiency of the employees.

Safety
Office furniture should be safe. Steel furniture is more Glass topped and sharp-cornered furniture is relatively unsafe.

Saving space
Choice of furniture also depends on upon the space occupied by furniture. Such furniture should be selected which would occupy minimum office space. Bulky and space occupying furniture indirectly add office cost.

Design
The design of furniture is related to its top, height, colour, number of drawers etc. The furniture looks proper, attractive and modern design so that the office looks attractive and pleasant. It helps to increase the quality of work and prestige of an office.

Attractive
Attractive and pleasant-looking furniture enhance the attractiveness of furniture. Wooden furniture looks more attractive than steel furniture.