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imageOne Acquires Quantum Technologies, Expands Reach and Client Support for Print Management Services OAK PARK, Mich., Sept. 1, 2021 / imageOne, a nationally recognized print management provider...

Your office printers are just as vulnerable to security threats as any desktop or laptop computer. All it takes is one small crack in your network’s armor. Unfortunately, it doesn't take much for...

If you work in the healthcare industry, you’re no stranger to the massive volume of paperwork that moves through a typical healthcare office on a daily basis. Everything from patient records to...

Your printers print, your copiers all copy: what can a managed print partner do that you’re not doing already?

What is it that makes us strike ctrl+P time after time, even when we know it increases costs and decreases sustainability within the office? There are actually many reasons—from bad habits to...

On the surface, this might sound like an easy enough question. How complicated can it be to choose an HP office printer or copier?

Cyberattacks. Shadow IT. Hackers. It’s a scary world out there: how are you going to protect yourself, your IT department, and your company from these threats and others?

So you’ve committed to investing in a managed print solution. Congratulations! Whether it’s with imageOne or another provider, you’re well on your way to print-related success. But now it’s time...

Let’s start this blog post off in the best way we know how—some math.One tree can produce over 8,000 sheets of paper, but those sheets go fast. The average office worker prints around 10,000 pages...

The WFH life has forever changed the office security game. Whether you run a hybrid workplace or your team solely works from home, securing a business gets complicated once people leave with their...

Can you believe that it's already 2021? Like it or not, the new decade is rolling along, and your trusted IT team is ready to tackle whatever tech and printer challenge 2021 throws your way.

If your business is curious about starting a print management services partnership, you likely have a lot of big questions. One of the most common questions we get as a managed print provider has...

Between jailbreaks, ghostware and headless worms, today’s IT security environment can feel less like real life and more like Ghostbusters. Regrettably, these dramatically named security threats...

A transparent, organized, and complete IT budget makes it easier for your team and company to track and plan for your annual costs, balance your finances, and justify new, innovative expenditures....

Is network security a priority for your business? We hope so because—let’s be honest—it needs to be! Considering that the average data breach in 2020 exceeded $150 million, failing to prioritize...

Before signing on with a managed print service (MPS), businesses typically want to know how much this new service will cost. However, a final estimate can't be determined until the MPS provider...

What do you look for when deciding which people and companies you want to align your organization with? What makes you look at a company and say to yourself, “I want to do business with those...

Think fast: how much money did you spend on printing last year?

Life in the IT department or as CIO can often be a stressful one. Not only are you busy with piles of Help Desk tickets, budgets, and strategies. You're also on the front lines of keeping your...

If you’re like most businesses, paper is wasted every single day. In fact, the average office employee uses 10,000 of paper annually! Perhaps even more staggering—it’s estimated that 45% of all...

Here at imageOne, we’re unapologetically obsessed with everything print. We can also understand why the average person wouldn’t expect many secrets or surprises within our industry.

Digital transformation isn’t just a snappy catchphrase. It’s a fantastic strategy that every business should, at least slowly, be working to achieve. If you’re not familiar with the term,...

Starting a new contract with a managed print service, or an MPS? Then you might be unsure of how this change could affect your current IT strategy.Even if you're confident about the long-term...

Few things are more infuriating than a printer jam problem. You’re finally ready to print out a big project or important document only for some pesky paper to get stuck somewhere deep within the...

The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t over. However, as rates decline and strategies to decrease transmission strengthen, more companies are choosing to re-open their office spaces, even if at a reduced...

Whether you've just heard about managed print for the first time or you've been considering it for years, we get why there can be many questions about the service. What is a print management...

A lack of IT security is a serious problem for any company. Unfortunately, it's one we see surprisingly often considering the damage a single hack can cause. Thankfully, protecting your...

In 2020, we saw a massive rise in remote work due to COVID, and it’s a trend that appears to be sticking around. Now, leaders must take a renewed look at data security now that the look of the...

These days, CIOs and IT leaders wear more hats than ever before.  to balance functional efficiency, security, and digital transformation within your company. All three of those elements relate to...

Print and paper habits within the business world have a significant effect on the environment. According to the EPA, the average employee uses 10,000 paper sheets annually. Add that up nationwide,...

Every day, more businesses leave the hassle of paper behind and dive into the growing, innovative niche of document automation.

What is your overarching strategic goal for IT this year? Many CIOs and IT departments are eager to launch new, exciting initiatives like enhancing innovation, closer alignment within the rest of...

Though you might not think about your office print environment daily, it’s a vital part of any business’ workflow. A properly set up print environment can save time, money, and TONS of headaches....

As a leader, I know that I don’t always give my team members my full, undivided attention. I’ve been in countless meetings where I find my mind wandering to an email I just read, a client I need...

When shopping for a print cartridge, you may have noticed a number on it labeled ‘yield.’ Too often, this little number gets ignored. How important can it be?More than you think! If you ignore...

Are you worried that using a managed print service would just add one more thing worry about—all while adding on expenses? Don't buy into this assumption. A great print management partnership is...

Many aspects of a company’s print process can cost TONS of money. While some expenses are unavoidable, others can be significantly reduced with a managed print service (MPS) provider who knows how...

With so many features and functionalities, there are literally thousands of reasons why we love PaperCut! That why our team was thrilled to become a  premier-level reseller of the award-winning...

One common question Managed Print Service (MPS) providers hear when pitching a new print management program to potential customers is: “What is a CPP and what exactly is included in the price?It’s...

Temperatures might be dropping. But as people choose more indoor activities to escape the cold weather, rates of transmitting bugs, germs and viruses increases. Now, business owners are searching...

When it comes to fixing common printer issues, many problems can actually be resolved by YOU! By not calling in a formal job ticket, you’ll save you and your IT department’s time. Why wait for a...

Many believe that proper copier security is all about securing the physical paper used within each device. If only the right people pick up the prints, then your business is safe—right?

It’s not easy at the top. If you’re in charge of an IT department, you’re tasked with making sure your not just your team, but your entire company, runs smoothly.

Employees are slowly heading back into the office, but this doesn’t mean that it’ll be business as usual. Instead, we’re facing an unfamiliar reality of what the “new normal” of life at work will...

Originally posted on LinkedIn If you’re searching for a workhorse printer that won’t break the bank, look no further than HP’s PageWide printers. This line of state-of-the-art printer technology...

As business owners search for new ways to save money, it's understandable why they might look past a managed print service (MPS).  Usually, signing up for a new contract means that you'll be...

The concept of managed print services can be hard for a business and IT leaders to wrap their heads around. They often think MPS sounds like a good idea, but also assume that it's too expensive,...

If you’re like most businesses, the COVID-19 pandemic caused a swift and resounding change to your office’s life as you once knew it. Suddenly, previously packed buildings sit empty out as...

When I start talking with potential new clients, I often find that their companies massively overlook print spend as a major culprit behind their rapidly depleting budgets or chronic...

Rising costs in the print world are always a concern for both large and small businesses. Thankfully, there are many opportunities to reduce those costs at the workplace. You just need to know...

This year, I'm proud to be celebrating my 25th anniversary as a managed print specialist at imageOne. Over the years, I’ve learned so many things about what it takes to create an incredible...

If you're in IT, especially at a large company, you know about the hassle of print servers. There is the ongoing maintenance, regular updates, and constant stress about the server going down, just...

Time flies when you’re having fun. It also flies when you’re insanely busy managing an information technology department—and it's in times like these that you stop prioritizing more efficient...

With the right knowledge, the world of toner and ink cartridges is full of unexpected opportunities that can save you and your business lots of time and money. In this post, we’ll uncover the...

If you’ve ever been shopping for a printer, I bet this question has popped into your mind, especially after comparing prices between ink cartridges and the printer itself: 

As a manager, few tasks are more critical than ensuring the efficiency of your team. It's also shocking how even the smallest things can impact your bottom line in a big way.

Within a busy workplace, one of the most common printer-related questions posed to the tech or IT team is—“does the printer or copier’s toner need to be replaced?” 

Are you one of the thousands—maybe even millions—of people now working from home due to coronavirus? If so, it’s probably a sudden and surprising transition, especially if you’ve never experienced...

How high of a priority is print security protection at your business? What are you doing to keep your IT department, your employees, and your client's digital information safe and secure while...

As IT leaders, you’re often faced with the difficult task of making budget cuts. Whether those cuts are big or small, it never fails to be a tricky process.

Looking for new ideas that can save your business money in no time? Start with your office printers!

If you’re an IT professional or business leader, you've likely heard of something called a managed print service, or MPS. But what exactly is it, and what are the top benefits of a managed print...

Even the best IT departments sometimes struggle to keep up with that always-growing pile of help desk tickets. In order to keep their company running smoothly, IT must quickly respond to requests...

So your company has made the decision to partner with a Managed Print Service (MPS) provider? Great decision! By taking this leap, you'll soon save your business time, money, and tons of...

Something that most companies have in common is the desire to save money with little effort. One of the easiest ways to do that is by reducing how much your office prints. The truth is that price...

More than ever, we’re discovering the importance of running a business with sustainable practices. Not only are green workplace strategies great for the planet—they also cut print costs and boost...

So, your business is finally ready to partner with an expert managed print service provider, or MPS. Great decision! You've just made the first step in optimizing your office print environment,...

How often have you spent more than, say, 30 seconds searching for a document? Maybe even a few minutes? At first, this may not sound like an excessive amount of time. However, add up those minutes...

You have locks on the doors, passwords on the WiFi, and badges at every entrance. Your business clearly takes cybersecurity in the workplace seriously. So, why are you making the common mistake of...

Just because you can tackle any Pinterest or Home Depot project with perfection doesn’t mean you should use the same tactic for your print management system. 

Want to save money and reduce print-related inefficiencies at the office? An expert managed print service (MPS) provider can help your company with both of these things. However, the benefits go ...

How much paper did your office print last week? Who has access to your printers? Do you know the current toner left in each machine? Which error messages continually pop up on your devices?

Knowing that you need a new device for your office is just the first step in the printer or copier purchase process. Now, it’s time to figure out which machine is right for your business, and that...

In the grand scheme of business decisions, the purchase of a new printer or copier for the office might feel insignificant. However, it is an often expensive buy with long-term ramifications—both...

Every day, it feels like the world becomes increasingly digital. However, when it comes to the workplace, paper still has a massive presence.

When you begin working with a Managed Print Services (MPS) partner, there are many potential options such as printers, copiers, and multifunction devices that are best for your office's...

Hackers from around the globe would love to break into your printer and gain access to your organization's sensitive information, just like they would to your desktop computer. After all, printers...

We all want the biggest bang for our print management buck. However, we also want fantastic service that offers incredible results. So, how can you perfectly balance price with quality to find...

As most can imagine, the average price of an office copier dramatically varies depending on its power, speed, functionality, volume, and more. But how exactly do those variables affect the final...

We'd all love to sign up with a managed print service (MPS) at an affordable price. Who doesn't enjoy saving on business expenses? However, finding a high-quality print partner that exquisitely...

Is it time to buy a new printer or copier for your business? Before making this big purchase, you'll want to know how long the machine is likely to last. Also, what should you know prior to...

As a print management specialist, it’s nearly impossible to talk about reducing print costs without discussing PaperCut. After all, the biggest culprit behind unnecessarily high printing costs is...

In the managed print world, few numbers have more importance than the cost per page. In short, this tiny number—which often runs under a penny—will have a significant impact on the final price...

Times have changed. Every year, technology becomes more sophisticated—and the printing industry has been part of that. However, as printer and network securities advance, so do the methods hackers...

If the idea of a data breach terrifies you, honestly, it should. 

Here’s a statistic that will blow your mind: when it comes to printers, fewer than 25% of businesses comply with standard security protocols. However, when businesses use HP Security Manager, that...

Every printer is an important part of your company’s network security strategy—yet they’re often overlooked. Instead, people think of them as “just printers” and not the computers filled with...

Does worrying about data security keep you up at night? You’re not alone.

Whenever we talk to IT leaders, one point always stands clear: strong security tops their priority list. As new threats emerge, IT focuses much of their time and resources on ensuring that they’re...

These days, most industries are looking for ways to save money. The insurance industry is no exception. Leaders often save money by cutting costs that offer an immediate impact. However, this...

Although working alongside an experienced managed print service (MPS) provider is the best way to streamline your in-office print process, it’s not the only way. In fact, it’s possible to improve...

In the manufacturing industry, things are constantly changing. Is your team ready to respond to those changes? Often, it this means reconfiguring machines to reflect updated product lines or...

In the legal industry, a tremendous volume of paperwork gets printed daily. Between closing argument binders, term sheets, and client reports, legal teams need the ability to print documents...

In the oil and energy industry, there’s little margin for error. With a high volume of day-to-day printing, large expenses invested in supplies, and remote locations that require exceptional...

Excellent time management is key to running a successful business. However, many companies and their IT team waste precious hours resolving the same recurring printer problems instead of...

Few companies can benefit from a strong managed print service (MPS) strategy more than those in the financial industry.

As printer technology becomes more sophisticated, so does our approach to building a well-defined managed print strategy. By taking a progressive approach to print management, organizations apply...

There are many types of print management software on the market and they all have a wide range of cost, applicability, and reliability. How do you find which ones are right for you and your...

The key to an IT department’s success is to automate and streamline as many processes as possible so they’re running smoothly in the background while your staff focuses on strategic initiatives...

PaperCut is an extremely valuable print management software application designed for both scalability and flexibility that helps you minimize print waste, save print supplies, improve document...

When assessing your technological environment for potential cyber-attacks, your office printer is probably not the first thing that comes to mind – most people would never suspect an unprotected...

Print management is about more than filling printer trays with paper and ordering new toner cartridges for the office. Modern software now allows companies to implement print policies and user...

HP is one of the most popular printer brands that MPS providers utilize when managing print environments. HP has 5 different classes of printers and multi-function devices. They range all the way...

This post originally appeared on Forbes.com

"Does my office have too many printers, too few, or is it just right?"

Nothing is more frustrating than running into printing problems—and usually it's right before a tight deadline or the end of a long day. Whether you can’t get rid of streaky lines on your...

This post originally appeared on Forbes.com

The next time your business needs printers or copiers you will no doubt have to make a decision that many companies struggle with.

This post originally appeared on Forbes.com

Managed Print Services (MPS), also called print management, is the comprehensive management of an organization’s print environment. This service can include the design and setup, monitoring, and...

Print device problems can significantly impact on the productivity of your work environment and leave your team feeling frustrated. And like it or not, even the best printers will eventually stop...

Our Software Specialists at imageOne are often asked: “How can you relieve the HR burden of extensive paper files and inefficient processes that leave us struggling to complete tasks on time while...

The topic of security has received a lot of attention lately due to the recent hacks of high-profile companies. It seems like we can’t turn on the news anymore without hearing about a recent...

If you work at a K-12 school, this sight is common and familiar—seeing a recycling bin filled with discarded paper sitting right next to the main copier. Its contents likely include old versions...

This article first appeared on the Thrive Global blog.

At its core, document automation is all about leveraging technology to getting all kinds of office tasks more efficiently.

This post originally appeared on Forbes.com here.

Around the world, businesses of all sizes and services spend huge sums of money and man-hours attempting to prevent security breaches — but the biggest threat to security cannot be prevented by...

This post originally appeared on Forbes.com here. The importance of company core values is discussed more than ever. As a leader who has been active in the business community for more than 25...

For over 20 years, I've been overseeing the operations and service delivery teams at imageOne. Throughout my tenure, my behavior as a leader has transformed into embrace servant leadership. As an...

This post originally appeared as part of the Great Game of Business Gathering of the Games blog here.

As businesses continue to develop automated machines capable of making work more efficient, the ways in which we spend our time at work will change as well. When you automate everyday tasks in...

Many studies have shown that employee engagement is a key driver of company growth. Yet, as is often cited, only 22 percent of U.S. employees are engaged and thriving at work.

The day that we officially sold our business, I left our attorney’s office and headed directly to my daughter’s elementary school. I was scheduled to be a parent volunteer in her classroom. The...

Ensuring your company’s data is secure is an essential part of your job. But with new threats popping up every day, it can be difficult to determine what practices and processes you need to...

We are so excited to share that imageOne was recently named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best Small Companies! This list of 25 small companies from all industries and located all over the country...

To the uninitiated, the term “shadow IT” may conjure up images of mysterious hackers in dimly lit rooms or ghostly apparitions fixing printers. But in our IT department, we know that shadow IT is...

If you what managed print is, and why printers can be such a threat to your IT budget, then you probably understand why a managed print service (MPS) can make your business work more efficiently,...

On the blog, you often hear us talking about managed print partners. That term may have been surprising the first time you heard it: after all, aren’t managed print vendors the people you normally...

Tracking your IT department’s metrics and KPIs are great ways to parse through all the data you’ve got on your team’s operations. These numbers indicate what’s working, what’s not, and where...

What do you think the most common time-wasters are in IT? You’d be surprised: it’s not always your printer fleet or most recently-written piece of script. Instead, the areas that most commonly...

At imageOne, we take our company culture seriously: we want every employee to look forward to coming to work each day. Whether that’s through our great events, top-tier support and benefits...

We're proud that 2021 marks imageOne’s 30th year of operations. We’ve been lucky to share the past 30 years with great clients, amazing industry partners, and the best team of employees around.

As head of the IT department, you're in charge of making sure that your company works.Every computer issue, cloud storage problem, data security breach, and paper jam falls under your...