Xerox PrimeLink C9200 Series or Versant 280 Press: Which Is Right for Me?

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PrimeLink C9200 Series vs. Versant 280 Press

According to Fortune Business Insights data, Xerox is one of the top 5 players in the digital production printer market, with an extensive catalog of production printers. Two standout products in this lineup are the PrimeLink family and the Versant 280 press. So, what distinguishes these two printers, and how do you decide which one is the better fit?

If you're running a school district, a legal office, a marketing team, or a commercial print shop, you're likely somewhere between needing "more than an office printer" but "not quite a million-dollar press." That's exactly where PrimeLink C9200 Series and the Versant 280 live, right in that sweet spot between office and high-volume production.

But the question remains: Which one makes more sense for your business?

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What Is the Xerox Print & Scan Experience App? (And Why You Probably Need It)

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Woman using the Xerox Print & Scan Experience app on laptop

Many companies still rely on physical printing for day-to-day operations. But with Microsoft changing how printing works in Windows, IT teams and office managers are left scrambling to figure out how to keep their devices running.

If you’ve come across the term "Windows Protected Print Mode" or heard that traditional print drivers are going away, you’re probably wondering what that means for your Xerox printer. That’s where the Xerox Print & Scan Experience app comes in.

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas, we’ve been working with Xerox for nearly 40 years. So when Microsoft announces a change that could impact every Xerox device in a Windows environment, we’re not just paying attention, we’re here to make it easier for you to understand what’s happening, and what you need to do.

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Printer Fleet Management

Is Managed Print Services Right for Your Business? (Pros and Cons) 

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You’re constantly reordering toner, dealing with jammed printers, or trying to make sense of confusing supply invoices. Meanwhile, your IT team is drowning in support tickets that all read: “The printer isn’t working. Again.”

One way to reduce your business’s expenses is by using Managed Print Services (MPS) for your fleet of printers.

We’ve helped hundreds of businesses and organizations streamline their print environments. And in this blog, we’re breaking down the pros and cons of MPS to help you figure out if it’s the right fit for you.

What Are Managed Print Services?

Managed Print Services (MPS) means outsourcing the management of your printers, copiers, and related supplies to a trusted vendor. It’s kind of like IT for your printers.

At STPT, we call our MPS offering eValet. It includes:

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Managed Print Services Defined

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Managed Print Services Defined

Ever feel like your printers are running the office instead of your people? Toner’s out (again), invoices are piling up from five different vendors, and your IT staff is spending more time fixing paper jams than doing actual tech work.

If this sounds familiar, it might be time to look into Managed Print Services (MPS).

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we’ve spent nearly four decades helping businesses  of all sizes like schools, hospitals, and law firms, take back control of their print environments.

In this guide, we’ll break down what MPS really means, how it works, and why it’s one of the smartest moves a business can make when it comes to reducing waste, improving productivity, and making printing… well, something you don’t have to think about anymore.

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Printer Fleet Management

What is a Managed Print Services Study?

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What is a Managed Print Services Study?

If your business is like most, printing is a behind-the-scenes cost that quietly eats into your budget, time, and IT resources. Maybe you’ve got printers in every corner of the office, toner piling up in supply closets, or service calls that take days to resolve. You know there has to be a better way. And there is!

The solution? Managed Print Services. But before diving in, you'll want a comprehensive Managed Print Services (MPS) study to identify the best strategies for your business.

As experienced print vendors and providers of STPT’s eValet MPS program, we’ve conducted studies for organizations across various industries, including schools, hospitals, and local government. An MPS study is the first step toward uncovering hidden costs, identifying inefficiencies, and building a smarter, more secure print strategy.

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Printer Fleet Management

What Is Xerox Workplace Cloud Fleet Management - and Is It Right for You?

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Xerox Workplace Cloud Fleet Management Dashboard next to a fleet of Xerox printers

Running a business means juggling a lot. You may need to work with hybrid teams, manage tight budgets, or address ongoing security concerns. And somehow, printers are still a daily pain point. If you're managing multiple devices across departments or locations, chances are you're feeling stretched.

We talk to organizations all the time that are buried in print-related tickets, chasing down toner levels, or still relying on outdated infrastructure. If that sounds familiar, you may be looking for a more efficient way to manage your fleet.

5 Reasons Why You Need Managed Print Services

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5 Reasons Why You Need Managed Print Services

Keeping up with your printers probably isn’t at the top of your to-do list. Maybe your toner always runs out at the worst time, or maybe you're tired of the IT team getting dragged into every minor printer hiccup.

You’re not alone. For most businesses, managing print equipment is more complicated than it needs to be. That’s where Managed Print Services (MPS) comes in.

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we’ve helped hundreds of schools, healthcare networks, law offices, and local businesses streamline their printing setup through MPS and save money doing it. Whether you’re in charge of IT or the one constantly Googling "printer won’t print," this blog is for you.

We'll break down what MPS is, why it matters, and how it can actually make your day easier. (Yes, even if you work from home.)

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How the Xerox App Gallery Stands Out from Other Printer App Platforms

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Xerox App Gallery vs Competing printer app platforms

It’s safe to say printers have always had a bit of a bad rep. Everyone thinks they’re slow, expensive, and stuck in the past. While that’s not totally off-base, things are changing. Modern printers, especially those equipped with ConnectKey® technology, are even more powerful when paired with the right apps.

Did you know that Xerox printers can scan directly into SharePoint? Or automatically redact sensitive information? Or simplify printing without needing to call IT? Most people don’t. And that’s partly because office tech still makes you jump through hoops. Even when printer manufacturers offer “apps,” they’re often clunky, limited, or too basic to make a real difference.

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Printer Apps

4 Smart Reasons Your Business Still Needs a Printer in a Digital World

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Workgroup looking at screens with a printer nearby

We get it, just about everything today has gone digital. QR codes at restaurants, digital invoices, e-signatures, cloud storage... even your grandma has probably learned how to use Google Docs.

So, with all this tech at our fingertips, do businesses really still need a printer?

Spoiler alert: Yes. And not just as a backup option.

We’ve spent over 35 years helping businesses of all shapes and sizes, from local schools to law offices and hospitals, get the right printer setup for their needs. And what we’ve learned is that even the most tech-forward teams still run into scenarios where having a solid, reliable printer saves time, money, and a whole lot of headaches.

Let’s break down four real-world reasons why your business still needs a printer—and why it might be one of the smartest investments you make this year.

1. Technology Fails. Paper Doesn’t.

Technology is amazing, until it isn’t.

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DocuShare vs. SharePoint: Which Content Management System Is Right for Your Business?

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Xerox DocuShare vs. Microsoft SharePoint

If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance your business is dealing with too many scattered files, a maze of shared folders, or the constant pain of “Who has the latest version of that document?” You know your team needs a smarter way to manage documents. You need something that keeps everything organized, searchable, secure, and shareable.

If you’re weighing your options between the content management systems like DocuShare and Microsoft SharePoint, then this blog is for you.

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we’ve spent nearly 40 years helping organizations not just print smarter, but also manage the documents that follow. While we are proud partners with Xerox and experts in DocuShare, our primary focus is on educating our clients. We aim to guide you to the right tool for your needs, even if it’s not one we sell.

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