Message #37578

[bethalize]

Hmm. A difficult one.

What about, instead of taking the file out for putting in the "bring forward" or "pending" tray, using a system where you write the reference number of the file on and a short note and have those sitting around instead. That way, the only files out would be the ones that are actually being worked on and you don't lose sight of what needs doing because it's written on the cards. When he wants the file he can get it out the master filing system. Every afternoon you can rescue all the files and put them pack in the main cabinet, replacing them with cards.

The other system is to have a "checkout" system, but it doesn't sound like your boss would follow that.

Bethalize
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