Toronto Printer & Toner blog

When a laser toner cartridge becomes empty, the usual response is to head to the store. Rather than doing this, the purchasing manager should pick up the computer mouse and do an online search. A reputable company that offers a one-stop shop for print industry solutions can actually be a better bet. Not only will the business get a replacement toner cartridge, it should reduce its expenses.

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Though there is a cost for managed print services (MPS), there are also many benefits. Managed service providers like The Pendulum Group handle the fleet of hardcopy devices for a business. This may include fax machines, multifunction devices, printers, and photocopiers. Nearly every company has at least one of each of these and could therefore benefit from using such a service.

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When times are tough, businesses try to reduce expenses where ever possible. This sometimes means doing more with less. If they have a color laser printer in the office, this device may take the place of a color copier. Now serving a dual purpose, the equipment sees heavier use. If it begins malfunctioning, laser printer repair may be delayed due to lack of time and funds.

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There are plenty of companies that would like the consumer to think that buying refurbished printers is a big mistake. However, the reality is that these products cost far less to invest in and offer a small business on a limited budget the ability to purchase upgraded equipment at a significant discount. Here are some basic facts everyone should know about refurbished laser printers and refurbished printers.

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For many businesses and homes, installing a data cabling network simply makes sense. While wireless is all the rage, there are certain risks when running your information superhighway in this fashion. The most obvious of these is that the wireless network is affected by many different variables that can knock out your service. This can be extremely costly in the business world and very annoying in the personal world. Read the rest of this entry »

Figuring out a cost per page analysis is exactly what it sounds like, how much it costs a business to print out every page of paper they use. Having an optimum cost per page obviously enables a business to minimize costs and maximize profits. There are three major factors involved in figuring out the cost per page: ink/toner, paper, and operation.

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When a business is deciding on a printer, the first decision that must be made is the main purpose the printer will serve for that business. Knowing this can save ownership significant money not only at the time of purchase, but down the road in repairs and operating costs. Learn the difference between printer and copier based multi-functional printers (MFP) and you are on your way to making a smart decision.

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The environmental conservation movement is on and businesses as well as individuals are playing a role in the transition. If every company took a “green approach” regarding the replacement toner cartridge an Eco friendly approach to printer operation, a huge positive impact would be made on our planet. Think about that the next time you print on one side of the page or throw out the laser cartridge.

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A managed print services program entails unified management of devices used to create hard copies, such as printers, copiers, fax machines, and multifunction devices. Some companies have the workforce to do this internally. However, the process is usually accomplished through outsourcing to a vendor like The Pendulum Group that increases productivity and reduces printing costs.

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Any personal or business laser printer user knows that toner cartridges are expensive. The cost of the printer itself pales in comparison to what can be spent on cartridges during its lifetime. A well-kept secret method of saving money is to purchase a remanufactured replacement toner cartridge rather than a new one. Environmental benefits are also realized by engaging in this practice.

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