Printer Fleet Management

Print management software is quickly becoming a staple in organizations looking to streamline operations, reduce costs, and better secure their print environments. Two major players in the space are Y Soft SAFEQand PaperCut, each offering robust features and flexible deployment models. But how do they really compare?

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we've worked with both platforms extensively. With nearly 40 years in the print industry, we help businesses of all sizes find print management solutions that truly fit their workflows, IT environments, and budget.

In this blog, we’ll break down the core similarities and differences between Y Soft SAFEQ and PaperCut, with a spotlight on their cloud capabilities. If you’re weighing your options, this comparison is designed to help you make a confident, informed decision.

When it comes to IT staff, there’s no doubt that they’re the unsung heroes of the workplace. Who else can you call when your emails not working, or when your network goes down? And who else do you turn to when it’s time to configure new settings or update important software?  

The thing is, IT personnel are usually juggling a lot. If they’re not fixing one thing, they’re working on something else or safeguarding your systems from cybercrime. That’s why it’s worth making their jobs easier, especially when it comes to everyday printing tasks.

As a copier and printer vendor, STPT works alongside service technicians every day. We’ve put together 6 helpful tips that’ll keep your IT staff out of the trenches and your team printing smoothly.

Ever feel like managing your office’s print environment is more complicated than it should be? Between keeping costs down, managing multiple devices, securing sensitive documents, and supporting remote teams, it’s a lot to juggle. That’s exactly where Y Soft SAFEQ 6 Enterprise Suite comes in.

As a print vendor with nearly 40 years in the industry, we have helped hundreds of businesses manage their print environments through our expertise and advanced solutions like Y Soft SAFEQ.

Keep reading to learn about what the Y Soft SAFEQ 6 Enterprise Suite is and how it might fit your needs. We’ll discuss its key benefits, explain how it works, compare it to PaperCut, and identify who the ideal users are. By the end, you’ll be able to decide if it’s the right choice for your business.

But first, let’s clear something up.

Did you know that people lose 7.5% of all paper documents? Although this may not sound like a lot, it accounts for a vast number of lost documents.

This is a big problem, especially for small businesses, as paying for the labor to recover one misfiled paper document can be costly. Paper waste must be managed because the loss of paper means your business is losing money.

So, how do we solve this problem?

One way to solve the problem is going paperless. 

How important is your office’s security to you? If it’s not already a priority, consider this: 68% of organizations have experienced at least one endpoint attack that successfully compromised data or IT infrastructure, according to the Ponemon Institute.

One unexpected weak spot that hackers often exploit is your printer.

Yes, your seemingly harmless printer could be an open door for cybercriminals. But there’s a simple, effective way to safeguard against these cyberattacks: update your printer’s firmware.

For nearly 40 years, we’ve been part of the printer and copier industry. Over time, we’ve seen how companies are becoming more concerned about printer security, especially when they handle sensitive data.