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Our workspaces and offices can be a mess. Cables are everywhere, but there are ways around that. I share some cable management ideas in this article with you, including the following:
What is cable management?
Cable management is needed when there are many cables on the floor, hanging off our desks, and tangled up nearby. It is a strategy to organize the mess, make it look better, and prevent accidents. If nothing else, cables are easily tripping hazards.
When do we need it?
Cable management is needed when you have a lot of electronics that are plugged in. That could include your computer, a microphone, ring lights, computer monitors, etc. However, in years past, I, at times, just used my iPad and a keyboard on a standup desk. So in those minimalistic situations, cable management ideas aren’t as urgent as they are when you have a full office setup.
But the more equipment we add, the more likely we are to need to consider what to do with all these cables.
Cable management ideas products for you
What you need depends on your setup, but here are some ideas to help you get started.
Power strip boxes
Cable sleeves
It’s a great way to cover up cables that are all going from one place to another together. Now, they can be put into a sleeve.
A docking station
A docking station for your laptop is a great step for wrangling cables and cords.
No drill under desk tray
A desk with outlets
Some desks have outlets, and things are built in. Here’s one example – technically built for gamers.
Here’s another way to look at it.
Cable management box
Underdesk organizers
These are attached underneath your desk and allow you to tug cables away right there and close to where they are needed—these work when you have a handful of wires that need to be stowed away.
Even higher-duty cable management
You can also use a network rack mount cable management system if you have even more cables.
Cable clips
Tie-ups
It’s also possible to tie up cables, which wouldn’t move them out of view, but at least tidy up the areas.
Tower Power Strip
A tower power strip can be placed closer to several devices, such as computers and monitors, and cuts down on the number of cables going farther distances.
Outlet tap
These outlet extenders are another idea of how to get all the cables under control – especially when there’s outlets relatively nearby.
Cable management is usually taken care of in offices, but when you work at home, it’s another thing to take care of.
Outlet covers
