Thursday, November 18, 2010

Selecting the Right Managed Print Services Solution - Part Sixteen

This series discusses some of the key factors in selecting the right MPS solution for your organization. As an independent, time is precious. Having fewer resources than national service organizations and the OEM's, you need to quickly assess your options, make your selection and implement it. Hopefully, the questions we are posing help you in this process.



The goal of this series is to present a list of potential requirements you would have for a complete MPS solution. Some of the items on this list may not pertain to you at the start, but you should still consider them when evaluating and selecting the right solution. As we near the end of the series, our next item on the list is:

How detailed is the reporting?

Friday, November 12, 2010

Next in Managed Print Services Movie Series Uploaded to YouTube

The next movie in Miracom Network's Business Solutions Series has been uploaded to YouTube.

Managing Obsolete Toner Inventory discusses the reality in business today:  Print devices have a finite life and will at some point be retired.  This often results in obsolete toner inventory that, in most cases, cannot be returned to the vendor and must be written off.  How is the organization dealing with obsolete inventory?  Is anyone policing this area of the business?  More importantly, is their existing vendor or service provider managing the process for them?

How does the Business Solution Series promote an independent managed print service initiative?  First, it highlights the fact that as an independent, you aren't tied to a specific toner source.  You can provide the best option for your customer.  It also positions you as the expert when it comes to their print needs.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Selecting the Right Managed Print Services Solution - Part Fifteen

This series discusses some of the key factors in selecting the right MPS solution for your organization. As an independent, time is precious. Having fewer resources than national service organizations and the OEM's, you need to quickly assess your options, make your selection and implement it. Hopefully, the questions we are posing help you in this process.



The goal of this series is to present a list of potential requirements you would have for a complete MPS solution. Some of the items on this list may not pertain to you at the start, but you should still consider them when evaluating and selecting the right solution. Our next item on the list is:

Is it a scalable solution, both in terms of managing print environments and the costs associated with using it?

Friday, November 5, 2010

Latest Managed Print Services Movie Uploaded to YouTube

The next movie in Miracom Network's Business Solutions Series has been uploaded to YouTube.

OEM Versus Compatible Toners tackles an extremely important issue in Managed Print Services.  What are the factors for a customer in deciding whether to use OEM or compatible toners for their environment?  If OEM is selected, is it because of some perception of higher quality?  Does the additional cost equate to better performance or higher yields?  How do they monitor and evaluate toner yields to ensure they are achieving better results?  Do they have the tools?  Does their current toner supplier?

How does the Business Solution Series promote an independent managed print service initiative?  First, it highlights the fact that as an independent, you aren't tied to a specific toner source.  You can provide the best option for your customer.  It also positions you as the expert when it comes to their print needs.

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Selecting the Right Managed Print Services Solution - Part Fourteen

This series discusses some of the key factors in selecting the right MPS solution for your organization. As an independent, time is precious. Having fewer resources than national service organizations and the OEM's, you need to quickly assess your options, make your selection and implement it. Hopefully, the questions we are posing help you in this process.



The goal of this series is to present a list of potential requirements you would have for a complete MPS solution. Some of the items on this list may not pertain to you at the start, but you should still consider them when evaluating and selecting the right solution. Our next item on the list is:

Do you have the choice on who services your account?