Give Up Control of Your Copiers – You'll Be Excited With the Results
by Kirk Studebaker // President on Apr 3, 2018 10:01:30 AM
It has been said that the best leaders know how to surround themselves with the right team, and entrust them to do what they do best, with little or no micromanagement. This is not only a trait of a good leader, but something that workers seek in an employer. Having the autonomy to ma …
Why We Are Laser-Focused on Copier Uptime
by Kirk Studebaker // President on Mar 29, 2018 3:29:52 PM
Everything we do in both our sales process and our service, repair, and maintenance service is designed to maximize the time your copiers and printers are working. This point is so elementary that it's often overlooked: when your office equipment doesn't work like it should, your offi …
When You're Buying a Copier, Ignore the Copier
by Kirk Studebaker // President on Mar 27, 2018 10:51:07 AM
Here's a tip when buying a copier – ignore the equipment, focus on the partner. OK. That's slightly overstating the importance of the actual equipment you buy. Of course you need to buy or lease the right copier/printer for your office. That said, you're more likely to end up with the …
You're Wasting Time: 4 Business Functions to Stop Doing Yourself
by Kirk Studebaker // President on Mar 14, 2018 10:48:16 AM
You don't have to do it all yourself. We live in a world with knowledge – and experts – about every topic under the sun literally at our fingertips. We also live in a world full of service businesses. Don't want to mow your lawn? Schedule lawn service. Don't want to fix that leaky fau …
7 Questions You Need to Ask Your Next Managed Print Services Partner
by Kirk Studebaker // President on Mar 7, 2018 10:13:04 AM
Businesses continue to have the wrong idea about copier dealers. They think we just want to sell a “box” and move on to the next customer. (“Box” is insider jargon for whatever device we're focused on selling or leasing.) While I'm sure that continues to be the case for some dealers, …
Proactive Copier Repair Means You’re Always Able to Work
by Kirk Studebaker // President on Feb 27, 2018 3:22:07 PM
“I love it when my copier breaks,” said NO ONE ever! That’s because when your copier breaks, it’s not only annoying, but a waste of time waiting for it to get back up and running. Valuable time that you don’t have because you and your employees are trying to run a business. Sound like …
Buying a Top-Rated Copier May Be Your Worst Decision This Year
by Kirk Studebaker // President on Feb 22, 2018 8:00:00 AM
We are fixated on the “best.” Number 1. The leading. Blue ribbon. First. You get the idea. If you're looking for a new restaurant to try, typing in “best hamburger joint” into Google works out well. When it comes to deciding on which tools to equip your office with, finding the “best” …
The Multitasking Myth: How To Be More Productive With The Pomodoro Technique
by Kirk Studebaker // President on Feb 20, 2018 12:33:39 PM
Ever been told you need to multitask? For some, the ability to “multitask” is worn as a badge of honor. But it doesn’t work for everyone (actually, anyone). If you've ever thought you weren't effective because of an inability to multitask, you’re going to love what I am about to tell …
Did You Know the Common Criteria Certification for Sharp Copiers Creates Uncommonly Good Security
by Kirk Studebaker // President on Feb 16, 2018 11:35:16 AM
There are three kinds of businesses: Those who have been hacked and focus on security Those who haven't been hacked and aren't worried about security Those who have been hacked but don't know it yet That said, how often do you think about network and document security? If you're smart …