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Multifunction Printers Do the Heavy Lifting in Your Workflows

Printing remains such an essential part of the modern office that many workers have grown to take their office printers for granted. However, this one device can be integral for productivity, particularly in offices where document production and preparation are a common occurrence. So, having the right machine at your disposal can make a substantial difference in your workflows. Fortunately, modern multifunction printers (MFPs) can do so much more than just print and copy pages. In this blog post, we’ll outline the various benefits of these devices and why having one on hand is a good idea for your business. How

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How Copiers Bring Efficiency to Business Workflows

Surprisingly, an office copier can make or break efficiency in business workflows. However, in order to understand how they can help boost your team’s efficiency, you must first understand what a copier is. When you hear the word copier, odds are, your mind automatically thinks of antiquated devices used simply to make copies. However, copiers is another term for a modern multifunction printer. These machines do far more than just copy. They can print, copy, scan, and fax while boasting modern features that help drive projects forward. These machines can be beneficial for your business simply because you are not

Create Christmas Cheer with Your Printer

It's hard to believe, but Christmas is right around the corner. Soon it will be all cinnamon candles, wreaths, and good cheer. And it's a good time of year to recognize your customers and let know you appreciate them. You could go and buy gifts for all of your customers, but that many gifts will either be expensive or flimsy, so what you need is an inexpensive way to create something memorable for your customers. Luckily your business probably has a printer; with that and a little creativity you can let your customers know how important they are without

Do You Need One: Copier Security Features

When some people see copiers and scanners with digital security features, their first thought is, “Why?” Why is it a big deal if an unauthorized person gets access to one of these machines? Paper waste? Inappropriate scanning of the backside region? While these are concerns, any company that uses copiers and scanners needs to be aware that most of these machines automatically store digital images of each document into their memory in case you need to print it out later but don’t have the original copy. A handy feature, but one that can also leave you at risk. Have you

4th of July Paper Crafts

Heads up, tomorrow is the 4th of July! Not only that, but since it falls on a Friday, it’s a great opportunity to have your family and friends get together for a big celebration, since you won’t have to worry about going to work the next day. If you’re already planning a party for the 4th, then you don’t need a reminder. But you might need some decorations - and if you need decorations by tomorrow, then you need something quick and easy! We’ve found some great Do It Yourself guides for 4th of July decorations that you can create

To Rent or To Own: Copiers

It is possible to rent office equipment like copiers. For small businesses with equally small budgets, this can be an attractive option. However, most small business people - and people in general - are opposed to wasting money if it can be avoided. It can be tough to figure out which is the better option. When it comes to situations like these, it’s time to break out the pros and cons list.   Renting Pros: Cheap Upgrades - Technology becomes obsolete fast. If it’s important to you to always have a top of the line machine, renting means that you

Do You Need One: Wide Format Printers

There’s no denying that office machines like printers and copiers come with a significant price tag. How significant depends on the size of your business, but regardless, whether to buy an office machine and which one to get is not a decision to be made lightly. To help you decide whether a particular piece of equipment is right for you, we’re starting an ongoing post series titled “Do You Need One?” These articles will focus on laying out what types of businesses and individuals are likely to benefit enough from an office machine to offset both the initial expense as

The Big List of Easy Sustainable Office Tips

At Copiers Etcetera, one of our goals is to create an environmentally sustainable business. We want to preserve the Earth that sustains us and make sure future generations are able to create the small businesses that sustain our economy. But whether or not you’re interested in environmental issues, you’ll be interested in creating a more efficient office. That’s the great thing about sustainability - it’s as good for your budget as it is for the planet. There are dozens of little things you can do to reduce waste in your office that will also make it so you’re wasting less

Introduction and Mother’s Day Paper Crafts

Welcome to the Copiers Etcetera Inc. blog! This is where you’ll find updates on new products, sales, and other deals on office machines, as well as helpful advice on how you can make your office more efficient, practice sustainability in the workplace, and help your copiers, printers and fax machines work for you. You might find troubleshooting resources and tips for those small breakdowns that you can fix yourself or recommendations for upgrades if your current devices aren’t cutting it, or even fun paper crafting tutorials! The possibilities are limitless. In honor up Mother’s Day (it’s just a couple days