A new joiner's first day sets the tone. A thoughtful onboarding kit says “we planned for you” — a generic one says the opposite. Here's what works, based on kits we've designed for Indian companies.
The core: things people use every day
- A quality polo or t-shirt — the piece people wear to offsites and on video calls. Choose 220–260 GSM cotton for polos.
- A bottle or travel mug — matte insulated bottles are the most-used item in any kit.
- A hardbound diary and pen — still used in every meeting.
Level up
- Cap or hoodie (hoodies are great for air-conditioned offices)
- Laptop sleeve or phone stand
- Wallet or utility pouch
- A book that reflects your culture
- A branded box that doubles as desk storage
Make it feel on-brand
The difference between memorable and forgettable is consistency: the same logo treatment, colour palette and tone across every item. Keep logos small and tasteful — people won't wear a giant logo outside the office. See how we did this in the monochrome kit concept for CRED.
Ordering checklist
- Fix your budget per kit and number of kits.
- Collect size preferences for apparel (or order a size ratio).
- Share brand guidelines and logo files.
- Approve mockups of every item and the box.
- Plan delivery — bulk to office or individual addresses.
- Order a buffer of 5–10% for new joiners.
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FAQ
What should be in an employee onboarding kit?
A branded polo or t-shirt, a bottle or mug, and a diary with pen form the core. Add a cap, hoodie, laptop sleeve or phone stand for a premium kit.