What is the difference between a hutch and an upper cabinet?

In office furniture terminology, a hutch is specifically designed to sit atop a desk or credenza surface, with a base that mounts flush to the desk. An upper cabinet is a wall-mounted storage unit that hangs above a desk without resting on it. Both add above-desktop storage, but their installation methods and structural requirements differ significantly. OfficeFurniture2go.com carries both styles — call 1-800-460-0858.