Office Process Automation

“Why is managing printers so frustrating?”

If you’ve ever wrestled with tangled printer networks or uncooperative hardware, you’re not alone. Many IT managers and business leaders feel that print management is a never-ending headache—especially in environments with multiple locations, diverse devices, and a mix of in-office and remote work setups. It doesn’t have to be this way.

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we work with businesses daily to simplify and optimize their print environments using cutting-edge technology. As proud partners of Y Soft, a global leader in print management solutions, we’re excited to introduce Y Soft SAFEQ Cloud—a cloud-based solution designed to make print management effortless.

“Why are printers so complicated?”

If you’ve ever found yourself muttering this in frustration while wrestling with uncooperative printers, you’re not alone. Printing can feel like a relic of the past—an annoying yet necessary evil that just won’t stay simple. But here’s the good news: technology has evolved to make printing less of a headache, even for the most complex environments.

Thanks to innovations like cloud print management, managing and optimizing your printing is easier than ever, even in complex setups.

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we know printers inside and out. We work daily with businesses of all sizes to streamline their print environments using smart, technology-forward solutions. Our expertise means we understand the struggles you face and can offer solutions tailored to your unique needs.

Imagine this: you're in the middle of a critical business meeting, needing to print a last-minute report. You hit "print" and wait anxiously, only to encounter a paper jam, or worse, the printer has decided today is the day it needs maintenance. Situations like this are all too common and highlight the need for smarter, more efficient printing solutions. This is where artificial intelligence (AI) steps in, revolutionizing the way printers operate and are managed.

General business spending on AI continues to grow. In a recent survey by CNBC, nearly 44% of companies described AI as the single largest technology expenditure. As more industries, such as the printing industry, embrace AI, it is crucial for businesses to stay updated on how AI can optimize their processes.

When you’re knee-deep in a complex print job, the last thing you want is to spend hours sorting and organizing pages manually. That’s where collating, often called sorting, comes in—a feature that can save you time, hassle, and headaches. If you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to understand printing terms or functionalities, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re diving into what collate means in printing, why it's useful, and how to make the most of it with your printer.

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we’ve been providing top-tier printers to hundreds of businesses for nearly 40 years. Our extensive experience means we know how printers work and how to utilize them to their full potential. This blog aims to share our expertise and help you harness the power of your printing technology.

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You’re considering investing in print management software. But, as you look to save money, it can be confusing to navigate the sea of print management solutions while worrying about costs. There are dozens of companies out there, and they all promise different things. However, determining the cost can be a bit a bit tricky, as each company sets its price differently.   

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we understand how beneficial print management can be for any organization’s print infrastructure. With 35+ years of expertise in printers and print management services, we also understand the importance of transparency in pricing.

One common question we hear is, "What is the cost of print management software?" In this article, we aim to clear up questions surrounding print management software costs and provide valuable insights to help you make informed decisions.