Printer Fleet Management

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.  

Y-Soft SafeQ Print Management vs. Xerox Standard Accounting

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

These days, businesses are always looking for different ways to cut costs and maximize their office productivity. With so many different options out there, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of each one and to decide which is better suited for your needs. Y-Soft SafeQ  Print Management Suite and Xerox Standard Accounting are two great options, but they each have their own key points worth highlighting.  

Xerox Color Tracking or Y-Soft SafeQ Print Management- What's Right for You?

Submitted by Karla Metzler on
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Wanting to save money is one thing that a lot of us have in common. If you’ve noticed that your company has been spending quite a bit on color impressions, and you’re looking through the different methods available to you for tracking and controlling your color usage, then Xerox Color Tracking and Y-Soft SafeQ Print Management are probably some features you’ll be interested in.

Here we’ll break down the key features of each one, list the pros and cons, and help you decide which might be better suited for your company’s needs.  

What Is the Xerox Fleet Orchestrator?

Submitted by Mary Shamburger on

Between technical support, computer management, monitoring servers, and more, the IT department has its hands full. 

Often, the IT department spends hours updating and making changes to the company’s fleet of multifunction printers.  

Constant upgrades or help desk requests can take up a huge chunk of the department’s time.  

Companies who find themselves annoyed by tedious copier tasks would benefit from software that allows for configurations to take place in one centralized location, like the Xerox Fleet Orchestrator. 

4 Different Types of Printer Toners & How to Choose

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

Many people are not aware or educated on the different types of toners available for copiers/printers and this often leads them to purchase the cheapest toner available. 

Buying the cheapest toner possible often results in problems such as poor print quality or spilled ink. Ink spillage, and other issues caused by cheap toner, can cause damage to the machine, which is a costly repair.  

Cheaper toner often uses banned or hazardous materials such as plastic to cut costs. These toxins can cause problems for the machine and the users. 

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