Buying Vs. Leasing Office Equipment
The office equipment universe is an expansive one, with a plethora of brands, features, and devices to choose from. Making the right decisions for office equipment is an ordeal in itself, but there is another question to consider after you’ve determined what your business needs: Should my business buy or lease office equipment? While there might not be a right or wrong answer, one option might be a better fit for your company than the other. Let’s [...]
4 Ways Managed Print Benefits Educational Facilities
Educational facilities are usually running on a tight budget and are always looking to make sure they are aware of every detail when it comes to cost. It may surprise many schools then when they find out their printing is taking a large piece out of their budget. Managed print is a service that analyzes your printing and deliveries strategies for reducing costs. Here are four ways managed print can benefit educational facilities. 1. Reduce [...]
How to Use Your Multifunction Copier
Using the multifunction copier in your office is most likely second nature. Companies use these devices regularly and don’t need to be told the basic functions. What you might not know, on the other hand, is the extra features that can improve your usage. Check out the following tips on using your multifunction copier. Mastering User Interface New multifunction copiers that are up to date technologically will have a digital control panel. These can either [...]
Choosing a Color Copier
There are many reasons for using a color copier, and it doesn’t take much to convince yourself that your business would benefit from such a device. When it comes to choosing a color copier, on the other hand, you have some factors to consider. What’s Right For Your Business? The benefits of color copiers are numerous, but that doesn’t mean every device is perfect for your company. You should gauge your needs so that you [...]
3 Ways Your Printer Can Improve Security and Efficiency
Printers are the lifeline of many companies. It only makes sense that you would want them to work to the best of their ability while functioning securely. Here are three ways your printer can improve security and efficiency. 1. Wireless Printing It’s likely that your company has phased out individual printers on desktops. It is much more common for businesses to use network printers that also operate wirelessly. While many people are still printing from desktops, [...]
3 Myths About the Cost of Sustainability
When you look at your business as a whole, you can try to determine where green initiatives will make the most significant impact. It may be energy consumption, gas emissions, or paper waste. There are all kinds of systems to help create solutions such as managed print. Managed print is one example of analyzing your current processes and making changes that will not only increase sustainability but save you money. Here are three myths about [...]
5 Smart Strategies for Buying Multifunction Copiers
Multifunction copiers are the backbone of a business. They provide copies, print documents, scan files, and some can even fax. Buying a machine should take careful consideration. Here are five smart strategies. 1. Print Volume The type of multifunction copier you end up buying should match your print volume. Machines are built to handle different loads, and you don’t want to overspend or end up with a device that can’t handle your output. 2. Quality [...]
Life Changing Ways to Maximize Printing Consumables
Dealing with printers is part of every day in business. Consumables are one element that can be frustrating if not planned for accordingly. Running out of ink can put a stop to important projects when you’re on a tight deadline. Improving Printer Output Printer supplies can be a point of contention in the office. Once they begin to run out, it can be a hassle to replace and once they are used up the printer stops [...]
The Right Printing Solution for Your Industry
Print needs vary between industries and they indeed differ in each business and organization. Here’s how to find the right printing solution for your enterprise. Government Political processes require a lot of paperwork to print, file, scan, and redistribute. Without serious oversite, you can compromise sensitive information. Only high-level security is acceptable for printers in government offices. These offices can also benefit from print management. Digitizing files and archiving them in a secure online database [...]
What You Risk Without Managed Print
Have you ever considered the actual cost of your printing fleet? There are the upfront costs and consumable expenses, but there are hidden costs that can escape you. Managed print services analyze your environment and will make improvement recommendations. Here’s what you risk without managed print. Security Without managed print documents are left on printer trays where they are either forgotten, taken by someone else, or lost. If these files contain confidential information, this system [...]