Be on the Lookout for these Hidden Costs!
As a business owner in today’s economy, it’s important to run your business as efficiently as possible by controlling costs and increasing productivity. One often overlooked area when it comes to cost savings is your company’s print environment. It’s estimated that close to 90% of business owners don’t know how much they are actually spending on […]
Optimize your Workflow with MPS
An efficient, productive office doesn’t happen by chance, but is cultivated over time, using a number of strategic elements and business practices. Workflow is one such element, defined as the steps and materials needed to complete tasks. Printing technology plays an important role in an office’s workflow. A Managed Print Services (MPS) provider can […]
IT Security Policy
Build a Strong IT Policy with West X A strong IT security policy is important to help protect your sensitive data from cyber breaches and improper use. For small and medium businesses, this task often falls to a manager who may not have specialized IT experience. If you company lacks internal IT resources, a Managed IT […]
5 Things to Look for When Buying or Leasing an MFP
When you’re ready to upgrade your office printing equipment, you’ll likely notice similarities between machines – especially when it comes to multifunction printers (MFPs). Since most have the same features and functions, consumers tend to base their final decisions on price – but beneath the surface there is more to consider. In order ensure the highest level […]
Passwords: The Good and the Bad
In this era of increasingly sophisticated hackers, whose tampering has affected companies like Staples and Sony, it’s not hard to see why Internet security is taking the spotlight. For most computer and device users, the first line of defense is a good password. The problem is, too few people know what goes into a good password. Weak passwords […]
Do You Need to Update Your Print Driver?
Have you updated your print driver lately? If your printer seem to be running well and you’re happy with the quality of your prints, chances are you don’t need to worry about updating just yet. When a print driver is outdated however, certain tell-tale signs may occur: Poor print quality – you may notice the crispness and clarity […]
How Managed IT Services Can Give SMBs a Competitive Advantage
Technology changes at lightning speed, and with each passing month significant advances are made. It can be a struggle for businesses, especially small to medium-sized businesses, to keep up. Aging and poorly designed systems can slow business down compromising quality and profits. Managed IT Services can help these businesses stay on the cutting edge in […]
The Many Benefits of A Print Assessment
In today’s cost conscious world, the office print environment is a frequently overlooked area of business that can be quietly costing you money. Undergoing a print assessment can offer immediate insight into your company’s actual print behaviours including volumes and cost. Technology today offers software solutions that make the process easy to monitor and capture […]
Why Has Your Business Not Gone Paperless Yet?
Most businesses have become accustomed to a large volume of paper clutter taking up space in their workplaces. Unfortunately, not only does this paper take up a tremendous amount of space, but it also significantly impacts productivity levels. Did you know that 20 to 40 percent of an employee’s time is spent trying to track down documents? […]
Tips for IT Security
As more and more business intelligence is stored digitally these days, security becomes vital. IT vulnerability is of particular concern among small to medium-sized businesses, as they often don’t have the resources or manpower required for full-time IT management. Without the benefit of full-time IT personnel, it can be difficult to defend a computer network against an attack. Here are […]
