Pricing & Leasing

When it comes time to buy a printer for your business, you may immediately think of Office Depot or another big-box retailer. But is that always the best option?

If you're comparing a retail giant to a dedicated print vendor like STPT, the answer might not be as straightforward as you'd expect. Whether you’re looking for a simple desktop printer or a multifunction powerhouse, where you buy matters, and not just in price.

With nearly four decades of experience in the printing industry, STPT knows what business buyers need. We’ve helped organizations large and small navigate the printer-buying process, and we know that who you buy from can make all the difference in long-term satisfaction and support.

In this blog, we’ll give an honest, head-to-head comparison of STPT and Office Depot so you can decide which option makes the most sense for your needs.

Printers and copiers keep evolving every year, offering faster speeds, smarter features, and better security. You might think, “Ours still works just fine.” And that may be true. But what if it's costing you more than it should in repairs, lost productivity, or even security risks? 

The good news is, if you want (or need) an upgrade, you can trade-in your current machine anytime. You may even get a trade-in bonus or discount for doing so. 

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas, we’ve spent nearly 40 years helping businesses upgrade their printing equipment and lower long-term costs. In this article, we’ll show you when trading in your current machine makes sense, and how it could actually save you money.

Not sure where to begin? Start with our guide: 5 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade Your Printer.

Two payment options reign supreme in the world of office equipment: Leasing and purchasing. 

Which one is the better option for you?  

As a local print vendor of nearly 40 years, we’ve dealt with the leasing vs. purchasing question in almost every sales interaction we’ve had. We know firsthand the intricacies that go into each option. 

While there are other acceptable forms of payment in the printer/copier industry, such as credit cards and personal financing, they will not be universal to all print providers or vendors.  

Therefore, informing yourself of the two most common forms of payment in the office equipment sector is crucial to determining how you’re going to pay for your next machine. 

Color printing can be essential for business materials, from marketing flyers to detailed reports. We all want our color prints to look sharp. But achieving vibrant, professional color prints without overspending on ink or toner requires more than just hitting "print." You need to consider factors like color combinations and printer paper options to use. 

Even when you perform a color printing test before scheduling a large print job, you are still wasting money on ink or toner—and those dollars really add up if your company prints significant amounts of marketing material.

Are you tired of getting caught off guard by hidden fees and unreasonable terms in your printer contract?

Imagine you are a small business owner looking to lease a printer for your office. You have just received a contract from a printer vendor. But, upon reviewing it, you feel overwhelmed by the technical jargon and fine print. You’re unsure what to look for and worry about missing important details. You also want to avoid getting scammed and end up agreeing to unfair terms. 

Many businesses find themselves in this exact scenario. The printing industry can be daunting for those who are unfamiliar with it.

But if you feel unsure about your contract, don’t sign it just yet! It’s best to take a step back and review it further. Not all contracts are created equally; some contain red flags that could signal a bad deal.