The cost of paper has increased 25% since 2020.

Like most things, paper costs add up for consumers and businesses alike, and no one wants to waste money on overpriced paper products.

As more and more people move towards a digital world, they are debating the cost and usefulness of paper. Despite environmental incentives and digital document-sharing platforms, most offices and businesses still need paper for daily tasks.

However, the decrease in paper use has its benefits, even for those who still use paper products. Besides being beneficial for the environment, the reduction in paper waste means businesses can cut costs by printing documents on less expensive paper.

Ever found yourself swimming in a sea of emails and piles of mail? Sorting through it all, figuring out who needs what, and getting it into the right hands on time? It’s more than a headache, it’s a bottleneck. And in today’s fast-moving business world, bottlenecks cost more than just time.

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas, we’ve been helping businesses streamline the way they handle information for nearly 40 years. As a trusted Xerox partner, we help organizations make sense of smart digital tools like Xerox® Digital Mailroom Service. These tools are built to reduce friction, not add complexity.

If you’re wondering whether this solution is a good fit for your organization, this post will help you understand what it actually is, what it does well, where it might fall short, and how to decide if it’s the right move for your team. 

More than half of IT professionals say managing print infrastructure is one of their top frustrations, especially in today’s hybrid work environment. Between security, setup, mobility, and cost control, print management can feel like a game of whack-a-mole. Solve one problem, and another pops up.

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas, we’ve been partnering with Xerox for nearly 40 years. We know the ins and outs of their solutions and how they stack up in real-world business settings. Our job is to take the guesswork out of print management and help you find what actually works.

If you’re trying to figure out whether Xerox Workplace Cloud is worth it, this article breaks it down clearly. We’ll cover what it is, what it does, and who it’s best for.

Related Read: 6 Ways to Make Your Printing Processes Easier for Your IT Staff

You rely on your printer to work when you need it—but have you ever considered whether your office setup is actually working against it? Many businesses unintentionally place their printers in less-than-ideal conditions, leading to frequent breakdowns, costly repairs, and a shorter lifespan.

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we work with printers daily and have firsthand experience with how environmental factors impact performance. We’ve seen printers stored in overheated server rooms, placed directly under air vents, or even positioned in areas with high dust buildup—leading to premature wear and tear. The good news? Many of these issues are preventable with proper care.

By understanding the ideal conditions for your printer, you can extend its lifespan, reduce maintenance costs, and keep your office running smoothly. Let’s dive in.

Printing remains a crucial part of industries like education, healthcare, and legal services. While digital transformation is growing, printers are evolving with new technologies to stay relevant in today’s business landscape. From AI-driven automation to affordable production printing for e-commerce, 2025 is shaping up to be a transformative year for the printing industry.

In this dynamic landscape, businesses must keep up with emerging trends to facilitate and improve their productivity.  

At Strategic Technology Partners of Texas (STPT), we stay ahead of industry trends to provide businesses with the best printing solutions. This year, we’re highlighting seven key trends shaping the printer industry in 2025. We’ll be covering new technologies, cost-saving innovations, and smarter printing solutions.