Follow us on

+1(204)489-9778 gary@printxc.ca
mobile-logo

PrintersXclusive Tag

19 Jun

Tips to Help You Stay Positive

by admin
in Blog
Comments

Are you stressed and anxious about the COVID-19 pandemic, and its effects on your business?  If so, you’re not alone. However, it’s crucial to maintain a positive attitude during this time. Doing so can help you make better decisions and even boost your immunity. Try these ideas to help boost spirits at your business. Focus on Facts There is so much news about COVID-19, and the information changes rapidly. It can be hard to keep up and know what is true. Instead of social media and news headlines, look to reliable sources such as the Public Health Agency of Canada website. With this information you can make better choices about what precautions to take, and understand what factors are in your control and what is not. Acknowledge Your Emotions     These...

Read More
11 May

Disinfecting Your Printer, Copier and MFP

by admin
in Blog
Comments

In today's world our "new normal" means that it's essential to consistently disinfect shared devices. In the office, one of the most used communal devices is your printer. It's the one device almost everyone will touch or use on any given day. While common household cleaners are potent tools for fighting germs, never use them to clean your printers, copiers, or MFPs. You must not spray anything directly on your device's surfaces or components. Getting any kind of liquid inside the device could damage it. Here's how we recommend you disinfect a printer, copier or MFP: • Unplug and power down your device. Leave it unplugged until you're sure it is 100% dry before plugging it back in. • Do not spray cleaner directly onto...

Read More
14 Apr

Five Printer Problems and What They Mean

by admin
in Blog
Comments

If your business is like most others, printing is a major part of your daily operations. When you're on a deadline, you need to know that your printer won't derail your efforts. In a busy office, dealing with printer problems can end up near the bottom of your to-do list. If you're experiencing any of these five issues, it's important to decide whether your printer just needs repair, or if it's time to retire it and upgrade. Here are five common print problems, and what to do when they occur. Toner Lines - If you are seeing lines on finished prints, it can be due to several potential reasons. Resolving the problem might be as simple as cleaning the glass, or as complicated as...

Read More
31 Mar

Surprising Stats About Printing Costs

by admin
in Blog
Comments

Today, in the age of email, digital marketing, and text alerts, printing is still a vital component of every business. Whether it's for simple in-house use like contracts or outbound materials like brochures or business cards, business printing is an everyday function. Here are some surprising statistics about print expenses that highlight the importance of controlling and monitoring your print costs. Nearly 90% of Businesses Don't Track Print Costs In an age of budget cutbacks and constraints, it's pretty eye-opening to find out that so many companies don't track printing costs. However, according to Buyer's Laboratory, 90% of companies fail to keep track of printing costs. From toner, to paper and energy, maintaining a print fleet can be expensive. Document Costs Represent Anywhere From...

Read More
13 Jan

Optimize Your Print Environment with Our Printer Efficiency Checklist

by admin
in Blog
Comments

Your printer is a vital component of your business. Ensuring that it works properly keeps your business running efficiently, helps to control costs, and avoids waste. Research reveals that printer bottlenecks can cost you in lost productivity and actual dollars. For example, did you know: • Employees waste 22 minutes per day on IT issues including printing. That's potentially 91 hours every year that could be better spent on mission-critical operations. • 23% of help desk calls are printer related. • A single service call from an independent technician can cost anywhere from $40 to $330 – two or three calls a month can compromise your budget. Your printers require regular maintenance to operate seamlessly. Here is a printer efficiency checklist to help you keep...

Read More
13 Dec

Three Reasons to Buy a New Printer in December

by admin
in Blog
Comments

The end of the calendar year also means the end of the fiscal year for many small and medium businesses. You’re probably spending December analyzing your spending and profits from this year, and making plans for next year. Don't forget to take stock of your print fleet. December is a great time to buy new office equipment for several reasons. 1. Spend a budget surplus.  Most likely, this year’s budget surplus won’t carry over to next year. If you don’t spend what was allotted this year, you’ll lose it. Whether it’s replacing an aging machine or upgrading to a more efficient model, if you have extra money in your print budget come December, it pays to look into buying new equipment now. 2....

Read More
21 Nov

Choosing the Best Location for Your Print Devices

by admin
in Blog
Comments

If you think it doesn't matter where you place print devices throughout your workplace, think again. Where you choose to situate your print equipment affects the efficiency of employees, and the productivity of the machines themselves. Read on to learn more about how to assess your current arrangement, and what steps you can take to maximize your company's potential.  4 Steps to Success 1. Be accommodating - Consider the variety of users and departments throughout your organization, and how each one prints. Chances are the accounting department has vastly different needs from the marketing department, where higher quality prints or larger volume may be the norm. 2. Put it on paper - Sketch out your office environment and consider what effect placing office machines will have on users and the resulting...

Read More
10 Oct

3 Questions to Ask Before Buying or Leasing a Multifunction Printer

by admin
in Blog
Comments

Just like other areas of technology, the office printer has undergone a revolution. Now instead of requiring several devices to handle assorted print-related tasks, many offices are turning to multifunction printers (MFPs), able to print, scan, and fax, among other things. But if you’re ready to make the switch to an MFP, or upgrade one you already have, how do you know how to choose? Consider these factors. What Capabilities Do You Need? Think about your current and projected print volumes, ease of use, what other devices are in your printer fleet, and how your device will be used. Features such as automated workflows and cloud storage may be right for you – or you may decide they’re not worth the investment for your business....

Read More
27 Sep

Increase Productivity: Leverage Your Printer

by admin
in Blog
Comments

Most offices have one, and it's a key element in your team's productivity. Of course, we're talking about your office multifunction printer. Almost every employee comes into contact with your printer at some point in the day, so understanding how it impacts your team is a critical factor for boosting productivity in the office. Today, as we all seek out ways to streamline workflows and boost productivity, your multifunction printer can offer you a solution to do just that. Armed with a set of advanced productivity-boosting features, today's MFPs allow you to do more, with less effort. Here are a few ways your humble office printer can be leveraged to boost productivity, streamline workflows, and grow your business! • Enhanced Feature Sets - Today's MFPs can eliminate...

Read More
28 Aug

The Five Steps of a Print Assessment

by admin
in Blog
Comments

If you don't know exactly how much you are spending on document production each month, you are likely paying too much. The best way to reign in print costs and take control of your print environment is with a comprehensive print assessment conducted by a Managed Print Services provider. Read on to learn the five steps of this valuable service and how they can help your organization to succeed.  1. EQUIPMENT INVENTORY With so many variables to consider when calculating the true cost of printing, it's important to evaluate your current printer fleet’s scope and efficiency, making note of the following: The number of printers, scanners, faxes, copiers, and multifunction devices in your office.The location of each item of equipment.Manufacturer, make, model and age of each. Network capabilities and features of...

Read More