I recently returned from a short vacation. While away one of my clients had a new colour multifunction copier installed in their offices. At the same time our technical team member reactivated a B&W multifunction print device that they had mothballed for about a year while their offices were under construction.
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Colour Multifunction Copier Install Is Done Right Inspite of My Error
Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Sep 7, 2011 @ 08:09 AM
Topics: Multifunction Printer, Colour printer, Copier, colour multifunction, colour multifunction printer, Customer service
Don't Buy Your Office Printer and Copier From the Big Box Store!
Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Aug 17, 2011 @ 07:08 AM
Telling you not to buy your office printer and copier from the big box store is a pretty bold statement. After all they have them on the shelf and you can pick them out from a selection of several products. Also, their prices usually look pretty good. They even have stock so you can take it home right away. All good reasons to buy.
Topics: Printer, Copier, cost of printing
6 Cautions For Buying a Lease Return Copier or MFP
Posted by Lee Kirkby on Tue, Aug 9, 2011 @ 07:08 AM
Sometimes people want the capability of a newer copier-mfp but are not able to pay for the latest and greatest. An option that often works for them is to consider a lease return or refurbished machine. Unfortunately, this type of purchase can be a challenge if you do not understand how the industry works. Here are things you should consider before entering into a deal.
Topics: Multifunction Printer, MFP, Copier, colour multifunction, colour multifunction printer, Lease return
Recently I had this discussion with one of our clients who was complaining that their colour MFP service rate was too high. Of course rates are not set arbitrarily, they are based upon the real operating costs of the device being used.
Topics: Software, Document, Colour printer, cost of colour, toner, Copier, colour multifunction, colour multifunction printer
6 Tools For More Environmentally Friendly Documents Printing
Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Apr 20, 2011 @ 09:04 AM
Most businesses are interested in reducing their documents printing and doing so in an environmentally friendly way. There are tools available with multifunction printers and some network printers that can help in this effort. Here are 6 tips for more Eco focused printing.
Topics: Multifunction Printer, software tools, Document, Printer, Colour printer, Copier, colour multifunction, colour multifunction printer, Environment
You Could Pay $9,000 More Than Necessary For Your Colour MFP
Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Apr 13, 2011 @ 16:04 PM
I got an e-mail the other day from a client of mine who was approached by his Canon colour mfp sales rep offering to upgrade his current unit for $56 a month savings. He wondered if this was a good idea and asked me what I thought.
Topics: Postage meter, Multifunction Printer, MFP, Copier, colour multifunction printer, postage machine
For a long time many offices were plagued by MFP toner pirates. These are the companies that telemarket to get unsuspecting people to order toner for their copiers, mfp's and printers without really knowing who they are dealing with.
Topics: Multifunction Printer, MFP, Printer, toner, Copier
Buying New MFP Printer in Burlington-Software Matters
Posted by Lee Kirkby on Tue, Nov 9, 2010 @ 16:11 PM
When people buy or lease a new MFP printer in our area, Burlington ON, the choice of the hardware is increasingly being affected by the related software which interfaces with the device. Most MFP's are able to meet the needs of users if they are sized correctly, have the options and accessories installed and the vendor matches them to client needs.
Topics: Multifunction Printer, document management, MFP, Printer, Copier, office document strategy
A4 (letter/legal) mfp printers have been around for a couple of years now offering full functionality. The industry has debated whether they will eventually take over the market of A3 (ledger capable) mfps due to their lower price, smaller footprint and a growing focus on printing vs traditional copying.
Topics: Multifunction Printer, MFP, Copier, colour multifunction printer
Has Your Business Copier (MFP) Lease Been Rolled?
Posted by Lee Kirkby on Thu, Sep 16, 2010 @ 09:09 AM
What does rolling your business copier (MFP) lease mean? This is the practice of encouraging a lease holder to replace their copier or MFP with a new unit prior to the end of the current lease. It is a common practice for some companies and can lead to significant additional cost for lessees.
Topics: Multifunction Printer, MFP, cost of colour, Copier, colour multifunction printer, cost of printing


