Printer Fleet Management

Why Are Printer Space and Electrical Requirements Important?

Submitted by Keith Metzler on

There are many things to consider when purchasing a printer.  

Some are obvious, like print volume and cost, and some are more inconspicuous, like space and electrical requirements, which is what we will be covering today.    

As a long-time local print vendor, we’ve seen numerous cases of customers that purchased a printer and thought they had everything in order, only to realize on delivery day that the machine they bought doesn’t fit in their office or doesn’t have the correct electrical outlet.    

How To Set Up and Maintain Color Tracking on Your Printer  

Submitted by Joel Metzler on

On average, color prints cost between $0.07-$0.30 per print, a seemingly minuscule price that any business could bear.  

But what happens when you consistently print in color, and the costs add up faster than you realized?  

You’re left with a high printing bill and a puzzled look because you didn’t recognize how much color printing costs could run up your monthly print invoice.   

As a print vendor with noted experience finding and dissecting customers’ print problems, we know how common it is for color overages to contribute to higher-than-normal print expenses.    

How Supply Chain Issues Have Affected Your Printer's Delivery Time

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

If you’re reading this, you’re most likely wondering why the printer/copier you ordered three months ago has yet to be delivered.   

It’s more than likely that the delay you’re experiencing with your printer has caused you more stress than you ever thought imaginable when buying office equipment.   

There’s a reason you ordered a new printer. Maybe you were long overdue for an upgrade. Maybe your work team increased. Or worst of all, maybe your old printer broke beyond repair, and you ordered a new one out of enraged necessity.    

How Supply Chain Issues Have Affected Printing Supplies (Delivery Times)

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

As a locally managed print provider, the number one question we’ve been getting lately is something along the lines of: “Why has this product not come in yet?”  

The answer lies in the ongoing supply chain crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic that has swept through most sectors of the business world.  

The printing industry is no different. It’s not just the printers and copiers themselves that now have abnormally long delivery times, but also supplies, such as toner and ink cartridges, drum units and paper that have been significantly impacted by the effects of the supply chain crisis.   

Do I Need to Have a Backup Copier or Printer?

Submitted by Karla Metzler on
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Picture this: It’s a busy day at the law firm you work at, everyone’s rushing around trying to get work done, while you’re standing at the printer, waiting for your court transcripts to finish printing.  

Suddenly, the printer goes down, and a warning sign flashes on the screen. All those documents you needed to be printed are gone, as well the contracts, manuals, NDAs, and other papers that your coworkers needed to print too. The whole office essentially comes to a halt, and no one really knows what to do.  

Auto-Toner or Buying My Own- Which is Right for Me?

Submitted by Magye Swenson on

Buying copier/printer toner can be confusing. Most boxes look the same, there are so many different types, and it’s hard to keep track of when you’re running low, leaving you with an empty cartridge in the middle of a workday.  

After being in the copier/printer industry for over 35 years, we’ve seen all of the different problems and mistakes that can be made when it comes to buying toner- and we’ve seen the best ways to ensure your organization will have exactly what it needs.  

4 Ways That Having Personalized User Accounts Can Benefit Your Organization

Submitted by Joel Barriga on

While it might seem like a minor inconvenience to some, constantly looking through apps just to find the same one that you use every day is a waste of valuable time that could be spent working. That’s why we’ve found one of the best solutions for organizations with multiple users assigned to print is personalized individual user accounts, made possible with Xerox ConnectKey Technology.  

 

Who is Strategic Technology Partners of Texas?

Submitted by Karla Metzler on
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Navigating the copier/printer industry and looking for a reliable print vendor can be quite the hassle. You may not know if you’re getting the best deals, the best equipment, or even if you’re working with the best vendor. 

We here at Strategic Technology Partners of Texas have been operating for over 35 years, and we’ve experienced firsthand the difference that a good vendor/customer relationship can have. We also know that understanding the history of your print vendor can help you avoid any confusion, especially if they’ve changed names a couple of times like us.  

What is Color Tracking, and What are the Benefits?

Submitted by Joel Barriga on

Do you know how much your organization is spending on color prints? When was the last time that you took a look at your printing records, or your invoices? 

Printing can become a big cost for businesses that aren’t keeping up with their print volume, and especially color printing. That’s why as an experienced print vendor we recommend all businesses to utilize some form of print management or color tracking.  

What is Color Tracking? 

Color tracking refers to the process of regulating color prints and controlling the costs by using a form of print management

Two Important Documents to Look Over Before Your Installation

Submitted by Joel Barriga on
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Congratulations on your new machine! 

If you’ve recently purchased a new device, then it’s likely that you’re preparing for an installation and delivery. There are two important forms that need your attention before the date of your installation, and this article will cover them both and why they’re important. The first is a Customer Requirments Input Form, which needs to be filled out and submitted back to your business consultant. The second is the Customer Expectation and Installation Guide, which will provide you with all the information you need to prepare for your new device.  

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