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10 Tips for a Secure Print Environment

How secure is your print operation? Can your business be breached through one of your printers? According to a recent study, nearly two-thirds of all businesses reported a data loss in the last year. Understandably, IT leaders are increasingly worried about print security. Here are some practical tips to help you establish and maintain a secure print environment in your organization.

What Are Managed Print Services?

As an industry-leading managed print provider with the largest nationwide network of technicians, we are often asked by prospective customers, ‘What are managed print services?’ Managed Print Services (MPS) are services that help streamline and optimize any printing process. Below is a detailed breakdown of what MPS is, its benefits, and how the right managed print provider can transform your business. 

Printer & Copier Leasing 101

If you’re wondering, “can I lease printers for my business?” then you’ve come to the right place. Leasing a printer or copier can be a strategic move for your business if you’re aiming to meet the printing needs of your office without getting into the substantial upfront costs associated with purchasing new equipment.  

How Can I Reduce Office Printing Costs?

It’s been said that “print is dead” — but reports of the demise of printing have been greatly exaggerated. Despite the rise of digital communication, businesses still often rely on their print operations for important business functions. In fact, most companies will spend up to 3% of their annual revenue on printing costs alone. 

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.