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Konica Minolta Vs Canon Vs Ricoh — Production Printer Reviews

Selecting the right production press for your business is essential for boosting operational efficiency and enhancing your adaptability in a competitive market. But, how do you know which brand to select for your in-plant production shop? Some people love Konica Minolta, or Canon, or Ricoh – while some people might tell you the exact opposite. The right press is the one that will move the needle for your business’ print quality, workflow, and overall productivity. 

Best Practices for Print Security

Are you confident that your network cannot be hacked through a printer? How can you make sure that your printers are secure? These are important questions. According to a recent QuoCirca report on print security, 61% of surveyed companies had experienced a printer-related breach in the last 12 months.

Why Does It Cost More to Print in Color?

If you’ve ever gone to a commercial printer, you’ve probably noticed that color reproductions cost far more than black & white ones — we’re talking 2-3 times more expensive per page! This jump from 5 to 10 or 15 cents might not seem like much at first, but it can really add up as the pages add up.  

Flex Technology Group Recognized on Selling Power’s 60 Best Companies to Sell for List

July 12, 2024, Mesa, Ariz. – Flex Technology Group, (FTG), the nation’s largest managed print services provider with national coverage for multi-vendor environments, has been recognized on Selling Power’s 60 Best Companies to Sell For list. The list includes companies leading the charge in perseverance and determination despite facing inflationary headwinds within a period of transformational technological change.

Avoid These 5 Common Printer Security Vulnerabilities

Did you ever ask yourself, “Can my office printer be hacked?” You might be shocked to know that yes, it most certainly can. Any device connected to a network is vulnerable.
Printers, once simple devices that only handled paper output, have evolved into complex networked machines capable of storing and transmitting sensitive data. As with any connected device, printers are susceptible to cyberattacks, a fact often overlooked in the broader spectrum of IT security. 
Below, we’ll share the two most famous printer hacks of all time. We’ll examine how these breaches happened, the vulnerabilities exploited, and the necessary steps businesses must take to secure their printing infrastructure.

Top 7 Office Color Copiers of 2024

You might be wondering what the top office color copiers on the market right now are (also known as multi-function printers). Given the vast number of copier and printer models out there, it is important to understand that every office copier has unique features that cater to various operational needs- from home use to office tasks specific to your industry’s needs, and specialized functions unique to your organization. 

Streamline Retail Operations with Managed Print Services

In the retail sector, reducing costs and boosting efficiency are critical objectives, yet print operations often go underappreciated. And yet, as the title implies, you can improve productivity in your retail operation – both at local branches and corporate – by organizing it under a managed print solution.  

Tone Down Your Toner Expenses

Like putting gas in your car, buying toner for your printer is often regarded as one of those unavoidable and necessary expenses that we must encounter to keep things moving. Simply another routine purchase that you would usually not think twice about. The stress of running out of toner in the middle of an important project is truly too panic-inducing to ever risk not buying it.