As a remote-first company, we strongly believe that a person home office is imperative for all of us for maximum efficiency. We are aware not all of us created a suitable office, either due to resources, time, or just didn’t think about that.
To help with that, and to ensure we all have a good, productive home office we are happy to support this. Below is a comprised list of equipment we think is suggested, with a full description, pricing, and the importance for your home office productive environment.
While it is uncommon to need everything from the list below, feel free to reach out and ask if you feel something is mandatory or missing.
In case purchased item costs more than reimbursement allows, the maximum reimbursement amount will be given.
Keep in mind the list has many items you might need, regardless of your item selection maximum reimbursement amount is $3000. The list holds more than $3000 worth of reimbursement, please select what you need from the list below.
- High - Extremely suggested having that item.
- Medium - Based on your preferences it might be very useful.
- Low - Mostly un-needed in some cases might be useful or nice.
Make Sure to have the receipt/invoice for the item you bough
❗Employed through Deel? Add a request for reimbursement through their platform
Item | Why | Importance | Reimbursement | Example |
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Height adjustable desk | Adjustable height desks allow the user to select a working position that is ideal for their body. Alternating between sitting and standing positions helps with having more energy, experiencing reduced fatigue levels, and reducing the risk of injury caused by working in one body position too long. | High | Up to $550 | |
Ergonomic office chair | Ergonomic chairs can improve back pain by promoting a sitting posture that allows proper alignment of the shoulders, hips, and spine. This reduces abnormal strain on the body and prevents harmful positions such as slouching and forward head. | High | Up to $500 | |
Headphones with a microphone | We are using our headphones on a daily basis, it’s important the sound will be good and clear as well as a good microphone so others will be able to hear | High | Up to $100 | |
16:9 monitor (Single or Duel Setup) or an ultra wide monitor | Finding a monitor that is large,
comfortable to use with
sharpness is extremely important
for our eyes and health. You can choose duel setup, or an ultra wide based on your prefrences. | High | Up to $800 | |
Keyboard | Find a keyboard that works for
you and is comfortable for your
workflow and hand size. | Medium | Up to $200 | |
Mouse / External trackpad | Find a mouse / external that works for
you and is comfortable for your
workflow and hand size. | Medium | Up to $150 | https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MK2E3AM/A/magic-mouse?fnode=91ee936df213802edce7c6f90b2fe7afe0f416a1fb8a9a8d2e72fec2a9800ec9dc1560911c1613e11cf34ae0222137200d10d30ac79041f75fe3db817e91db243fc253ce28d19527ce5ecf48c8fde30d19d8b8f2633e52f86941ace0c6f2369c
https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MK2D3AM/A/magic-trackpad |
Laptop stand | Your eyes and head must look at
the same angle as you work, and so your laptop must be elevated if you are working with an external
monitor. | Medium | Up to $100 | |
Webcam | If you would like a much better image quality than from the camera on your laptop, a webcam can make video conversation better. For those who interface routinely with the community or external parties, you may also consider a pricier mirrorless or DSLR camera as a webcam. | Low | Up to $150 | |
HDMI cable (up to 2 cables) | Well, monitors should be connected somehow | Medium | Up to $30 each | |
Laptop Backpack | If you do like to travel, sit at coffee shops to vent your self, or just feel the need to work from somewhere else, a good backpack is important for you back. | High | Up to $100 | |
Docking Station / Adapters | If you have too many connection while working from home, and your computer lacks the ports, these adapter are a an easy way to solve that, some are able to charge the computer as well. | Medium | Up to $500 | |
Monitors Stand | If you chose more than one display, and you want to clear more space on your table, or to have all the monitors perfectly aligned the stand will do that. | Medium | Up to $100 | |
Decorations | If you feel like you need more lights, plants, wall decors or maybe just clutter, we are happy to support some fun items. | Low | Up to $200 | |