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Top Factors for Choosing a Print Solution Provider

Print solution providers range from big box brands with individual customers who don’t own their own print devices, to local dealers and global manufacturers that manage and service vast printing fleets for large organizations.
If you’re looking for guidance on the latter and tasked with finding a print solutions provider, you’ve come to the right place.
As one of the largest privately owned print management solution provider in the United States, we are often asked what should be considered when selecting a provider? Not every option (including us) will fit every organization’s needs. This article will review important considerations when choosing a print solution provider that’s right for you.
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A print solution provider is a business that offers printing services or print hardware sales and service. As an example, a FedEx Office location is a printing services provider because they can provide print options for customers who don’t own a print device capable of meeting their print needs (like a production printer or large format printer).

Advantages and Disadvantages of Print Management Outsourcing

Managing a fleet of print devices in-house can be complex and time-consuming for small companies, medium-sized businesses and enterprise organizations alike. Many companies are turning to print management outsourcing, also known as managed print services, to streamline their print operations and reduce costs. However, it is important for office managers, IT managers, and financial directors to thoroughly understand the pros and cons of this approach before making a decision on their print management strategy. 

Used or New Copiers: Which is Better? [Pros + Cons]

As the person responsible for making technology decisions within your organization, you’re tasked with finding solutions that meet the unique needs of your company while remaining within or under budget. When choosing between a new or used office copier option, assessing those needs and placing them at the forefront of your decision is critical. 

How to Reduce Printing Costs for Individuals and Businesses

As our digital world continues to grow and evolve, it’s easy to assume that the traditional printed page could disappear altogether. Yet, the hum (and occasional rumble) of printers remains a familiar soundtrack in both homes and corporate offices across the world.

FMAudit: Maximizing Efficiency and Streamlining Workflow

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking ways to optimize their processes, reduce costs, and enhance productivity. One area that often goes unnoticed is print management and document workflow. That’s where FMAudit comes into play. FMAudit is a powerful software solution designed to monitor and manage print fleets, offering numerous benefits to organizations of all sizes. Let’s delve into the advantages of FMAudit and how it can transform your print environment into a streamlined, cost-effective, and eco-friendly operation.
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Flex Technology Group Recognized on Selling Power’s “50 Best Companies to Sell For” List in 2022 at #30

PHOENIX, AZ (July 14, 2022) – Flex Technology Group (FTG) has earned the accolade as one of the “50 Best Companies to Sell For” in the United States by Selling Power, the nation’s leading sales management publication. Ranked #30 on the 2022 list, this is the fifth time FTG has earned a top spot in this national list of sales organizations.
To assemble this year’s list, Selling Power’s research team gathered, analyzed, and evaluated data from sales-focused organizations across the nation. Flex Technology Group’s national sales organization ranked amongst the best companies to sell based on the company’s ability to outperform similar organizations in the following areas:

Company Culture
Compensation and Benefits Packages
Hiring and Onboarding Practices
Sales Training & Sales Enablement Strategies
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

“Once again, we’re honored to be recognized among the top 50 companies to sell for in the country,” states Frank Gaspari, CEO of Flex Technology Group, “This accolade is a testament to our employee-focused culture, which remains central to the success of our sales organization and empowers our collective teams to support each other in providing world-class customer service. FTG isn’t only a great company to sell for, it’s a great company to work for across the board. “
“As companies are facing economic headwinds sales organizations are sharpening their focus on sales talent. The Best Companies to Sell For have mastered the alignment of people, processes, and technologies and created a sales organization that excels in hiring, onboarding, training, and compensation of their sales representatives. What attracts salespeople to work for these leading organizations is their great culture, their commitment to diversity, and their steady support of the sales team by servant leadership that focuses on creating customer value and a meaningful work environment that offers unlimited opportunities to win,” says Gerhard Gschwandtner, founder and CEO of Selling Power. “These companies aim at a higher level of professionalism and trust, which in turn leads to increased sales and a lower turnover of the sales force” Gschwandtner continued.
FTG’s culture combined with its world-class technology and service offerings makes it an incredible place for anyone to grow their sales career. Visit flextg.com/b2bsales to learn more about the company’s sales opportunities, hear from their sales teams, and connect with the FTG leadership team.

Millennium Business Systems Recognized with Sharp Platinum Level Service Provider Award 2021-2022

CINCINNATI, OH (May 16, 2022) – Flex Technology Group (FTG) is proud to announce that one of its companies, Millennium Business Systems, has recently been named a Sharp Platinum Level Service Dealer for the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year. While this accomplishment pays tribute to Millennium’s superior service, it also marks the eleventh consecutive year they’ve received this prestigious award.
The Sharp program recognizes and rewards service organizations for exceeding performance benchmarks and implementing industry best practices. In order to make the list, an organization must show excellence in several criteria and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to training, education, service support, and customer satisfaction.
“We’re honored to receive the Sharp Platinum Level Service Providers Award,” said David A. Bartlow, President, Millennium Business Systems. “Our teams work hard to provide an unprecedented level of customer service and expertise to our customers. I’d especially like to recognize our incredible service team and all of our dedicated technicians for earning this recognition for the eleventh consecutive year.”
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