6 Ways PaperCut Software Boosts Print Performance
Most people understand the basics of keeping printing costs down. Keep equipment up-to-date, monitor print-related expenses, etc. But, there’s actually another level of print performance and cost savings that most people miss out on. Are you one of them? Did you know: The cost of the printer only accounts for 5% of total printing costs (Forrester) To really get the most out of your print setup, you need to get a closer look at how...
Good Business Decision REI – For Everyone
Recently, outdoor giant retailer, REI announced they would close all their stores the day after Thanksgiving, including filling online orders. I enjoyed reading the statement from Jerry Stritzke, President & CEO when he says we’re a different kind of company… This speaks volumes to the culture and belief REI stands for; Black Friday is one of the busiest days of the retail calendar and to take zero orders so their...
Stone’s Office Equipment: Our Family Welcomes You
Stone’s Office Equipment was recently featured in Industry Analysts, Inc. as a family run and operated business. But, what makes working with a family-owned business so special? Think about it. Isn’t it a great feeling to be welcomed by familiar faces when you walk into a room? Whether the room is in your house or in your neighborhood store, that sense of acknowledgement and appreciation is priceless. And no business can make...
Xerox, HP, Lexmark + More: How To Spend Less on Parts & Repair And Get More Out Of Your Printers And Copiers
If you buy the best printer, you should get the best printing performance possible, right? The short answer is “Yes–that’s right.” But, the complete answer is “No–not necessarily!” That’s because there’s a lot more that goes into your printing process than just your printer. Your office workflow involves many hidden costs that aren’t obviously connected to the costs of printing, but have a significant impact on the amount you end up...
Simplify Your Invoicing with Methods like MPS
Streamline accounts payable with an easy solution Like many businesses, you probably work with multiple different vendors. Staying in touch with all those vendors can be extremely time consuming and distracting, especially when you have to take care of all the other elements of your business. Even if you have a separate accountant or accounting department, they have to spend a lot of time following up with vendors to ensure invoices...
How To Automate Your Document Management Processes
Think about all the ways your staff interacts with documents each day. Creating, editing, filing, storing, searching, faxing, copying, emailing, and so on. All of these actions require manual effort from your staff, which takes a great deal of time, lacks security and allows for errors. Does your staff experience problems such as lost files, extended waiting periods, and document sharing limitations? If so, there’s a solution....
How Can Color Printing Benefit Your Business?
Recent studies have shown multiple benefits to using color for business printing. For example, invoices printed in color get paid 30% faster. In other applications, information highlighted in color can be located 70% faster. Benefits of color printing could include: faster turnaround on invoices improved document sorting improved branding Many businesses have been reluctant to invest in color printing because there is a perception...
UCI Cycling and RVA – My Experience
I heard a lot of noise from the media and people on how this was going to be a big event. Then I heard a lot of noise from the media and people on how this was an absolute bust for the city; for the businesses and restaurants. I spoke to people who told me all about how they knew Richmond couldn’t pull off something like this; again, regurgitating what they heard from our local media. I asked them if they managed to make it down to...
3 Ways Electronic Documentation Prevents Mistakes
Making your office as productive as possible is an important part of managing your business. Everything, from the people you hire to the equipment you use, will play a part in just how productive your company can be. One aspect that should be examined is your document management process. Many companies are hesitant to transition from hardcopy files to electronic documents. But, making the switch is not as painful as you might think....
Is Managed Print Service (MPS) Right for Your Business?
Managed Print Services (MPS) manages and maintains your organization’s printing to reduce costs and increasing productivity. You don’t have to be a large, global company to benefit from this service. MPS can be beneficial for companies of all sizes, industries, and printing needs. Will MPS provide ROI for your business? To find out if MPS can work for your business and ensure you’ll get a return on your investment (ROI), start by ask...
