It’s time to throw out the old office protocol of having to wait in line for the fax machine, then wait for the scanner to finish sending the old job through, then having to wait for your printer to churn out a few pages. Multifunction printers have taken the business world by storm, and for good reason. If you haven’t heard of multifunction, otherwise known as all-in-one printers, it’s time to gain some knowledge. The revolutionary new way of document management has changed businesses around the world, large and small. What’s so great about multifunction printers, and how do you choose the right one? We’re here to help!
Multifunction printers can handle nearly any task related to printing
As their name implies, multifunction printers are pieces of technology which focus on a group of tasks instead of just one. Whereas classic printers could print and maybe fax or scan, all-in-one machines offer a litany of options within one device. This is a huge boon to busy offices and small home start-ups. Besides being convenient, their efficiency produces lower overall costs in the long run. While their initial investment may be higher than, say, a basic home printer, their skills more than make up for it. By being able to scan, fax, copy, and print in one space you avoid having to purchase multiple machines. One multifunction printer can do the duties of four different machines, making it a worthwhile purchase. Besides, what employee doesn’t want to handle everything at a single machine? Sometimes convenience alone is worth the cost.
Choosing the right multifunction printer for your business isn’t complicated
When you check in with your favorite local print supplier, you may find there’s a huge range of multifunction printers available. Don’t run away from the variety! Instead, make a checklist of things you’re looking for and narrow down from there. Depending on what matters most to you and your business needs, you may need just a small desk model. Multifunction printers range from high-end, large machines designed to put out hundreds of pages a day to smaller desktop options which are more for home use. By knowing what your size restrictions are, approximate page output, and average use, you can choose a printer tailored to your specifications. Almost every reputable print manufacturer makes a multifunction printer, so you can even stay with your favorite brands!
The inkjet vs. laser argument still reigns strong in multifunction printers
Printer choices will always boil down to what works best for your business, and multifunction printers are no exception. The argument between inkjet (using ink sprayed precisely on paper) versus laser (using layers of color to create an image) continues, and what you go with depends on what you print. Scanners, fax machines, and copying machines rarely vary in quality, but what type of ink the printer uses can change what you’re printing. As a general rule of thumb, inkjet is great for high-quality, detailed photographs or images as they’re incredibly precise. Large quantities of text documents benefit from the cost-effective laser printing, as it only uses which colors it needs to print. In the end, it’s up to you! Contact Vegas Ink and Toner for any and all of your printer needs by calling 702-850-7703.
