As the world continues to go digital, it is vital for businesses to innovate. Falling behind in the digital age means risking obsolescence. In today's work environment, portability and convenience are key, especially for businesses, schools, and offices that need to be travel-friendly. Plus, with the rise of remote and hybrid work environments, its useful to have digital technology that you can use at home and work.

Portable scanners are a convenient solution for professionals on the go. Their compact size means you can carry them around anywhere, allowing you to stay efficient and productive no matter where you are.

As the sun sets on Summer and the 2024-2025 school year draws closer, many schools prepare for the tough month of August. 

Between new school supplies, books, onboarding new teachers, hiring staff, and doing your best to keep schools safe and clean for students, it can be difficult easing back into the busy Fall season.

One of the bigger expenses you may be considering for the upcoming year is office equipment, printers, and scanners for your staff and students. This can be a big hurdle for some schools, especially when you consider how many copier printers you need to keep your school running optimally. 

Are you tired of fumbling through your printer's scanning process and unsure how to transfer scanned documents to your computer? You're not alone. Whether you're using a Windows or Mac computer, mastering the art of scanning documents is essential for both personal and professional tasks. It allows you to digitize your physical documents, making it easy to store, organize, and retrieve them.    

With nearly 40 years of expertise in the printer industry, we have helped countless customers navigate the complexities of document scanning.

In this article, we'll provide instructions on scanning documents from your printer to your computer (Windows, macOS, and ChromeOS) and four ways to scan from your printer’s control panel—including USB, email, shared folder, or the cloud. We'll also share tips and troubleshoot common issues for a seamless scanning experience.

As August approaches, you may find yourself preparing for the big move from high school to university as a first-time college student.

This could involve picking out new decor for a dorm room or planning the commute from your parent’s house. In any case, college is a significant milestone in a student’s life.

During this hectic time, it’s normal to consider big-picture concerns: dorm essentials, apartment renting costs, and whether to attend a local community college or an out-of-state college.

But have you considered the cost of printing? One thing is certain: as a college student, you will do a lot of it!

College students face high printing costs on campus, often around 20 cents per page. For students in paper-heavy classes, these costs add up quickly, creating a burden on top of tuition, food, and housing fees. Additionally, finding printing stations on campus can be difficult and time-consuming.

Office printers/copiers are divided primarily into two categories: A3 and A4 machines.​

What are the differences between the two types of machines? And why should you be aware of them?

To get the right printer for your company, you need to understand whether you need an A3 or A4 machine. There are clear distinctions between the two.

As a vendor that has sold office printing equipment for almost 40 years, we’ve gathered the expertise necessary to inform you of the differences between A3 and A4 machines and summarize who would and wouldn’t be a fit for each.

Let’s dive into the blog, starting with A3 machines first: