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The humble copy machine, a staple (get it?) in nearly every office across the country. Few businesses can handle day to day operations without a copier, but there are more to these devices than meets the eye.

Where else are copiers useful? You might be surprised if you stop to think about it. It’s time to give the copier its proper credit. Let’s take a look at some of the other places you might have need for a copier.

At Home

Copy machines aren’t as popular at home, but they can be useful for many things. If you have a high-quality copier, you can use it to copy pictures, create crafts, and more. Plus, if you have a home office, a copier can be an excellent addition to help you get work done.

Whether you’re replacing, adding, or upgrading, shopping for a multifunction printer can be overwhelming at times. There are so many different brands and options; it’s difficult to know what exactly you need without doing a little prep work. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your multifunction printer shopping experience.

What is a Multifunction Printer?

A multifunction printer (MFP) is also known as an all-in-one printer. That’s because it does the work of several machines. You can print, copy, fax, and scan, all from your MFP.

This all in one capability means that you can reduce the number of devices needed for those tasks. But it also means that you’ll need to pay attention to the features and specs of the functions that matter most.

It’s an unfortunate fact of life that we have to be on alert for malicious threats all of the time. One security issue that needs to be discussed more, especially for smaller businesses, is scammers.

One scam that has affected several businesses relates to toner and other office supplies. While this scam isn’t new, it’s gotten bigger in recent years. Sometimes called the “toner phoner scam,” this threat can have a big impact on your business if you fall for it.

What to Watch for

These scams are done by phone, and businesses receive a call about office supplies like toner. Callers offer big discounts and pressure companies to place an order immediately over the phone. Sometimes order forms are faxed or emailed, and usually, they look legitimate. Sometimes scammers pretend to be a supplier you already use and ask you to place an immediate order or pay on a past due invoice

Here are some red flags:

When it’s time to replace an old copier, printer, fax machine, or scanner, there are numerous reasons that you should consider upgrading to multifunction printers. These devices are the real workhorses of today’s office, offering multifunction, all-in-one capability plus added perks like workflow generation, security features, and more.

Here are a few of our favorite reasons for choosing multifunction.

Savings

Multifunction printers save all over the place:

Whether you’re in the market for new equipment or looking to replace/upgrade in your office, you’ll probably encounter an important question early on: should I buy or lease a copier?

Upgrading your equipment is a great way to increase productivity and make positive changes in your office. No matter which method of obtaining the equipment you decide on, you’ll enjoy new technology that will work hard for you. One key to making the most of your copier is to get the best device for your needs within your budget. This means figuring out exactly which features and specs you need. Then, when you’re ready to find the device, you can take on this question: to buy or to lease? Here is some information about both methods.