Copiers

Operating copiers certainly isn't rocket science, but that doesn't mean it's always easy, either. In fact, there's a lot to learn--and if you're not sure where to start, then it can feel like rocket science after awhile. Luckily, there are some simple copier hacks that will help you understand your copiers better than ever. Today's topic: finishing options.

Finishing the Perfect Copy

Today's copiers are multifunction heroes, doing a little bit of everything--which makes them great for a wide variety of jobs. However, on the other hand, having multiple functions can mean that they're sometimes difficult to understand, and the last thing you want to do is miss out on the perfect feature because you didn't even realize it was there. Today, we'll focus on how to use finishing options to make your copies professional and high-quality.

Now that you’ve decided on a new copier, you probably think you just need to hand over your credit card and lug the machine back to your office, right? You definitely can, but there are some other things you might want to think about first.

What is a maintenance agreement?

If your vendor is offering a maintenance agreement, it’s a good idea to think it over before going with your gut reaction. Depending on the dealer, a maintenance agreement can cover any number of things in regards to your new equipment. It’s a contract between you and the vendor that stipulates their ongoing involvement with your new office equipment.

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: