As 2016 draws to a close, businesses everywhere are beginning to think about goals and aspirations to grow in the new year. To implement change and increase productivity in your business, it’s vital to have the right business equipment to get the job done. As you shop for new business equipment for the coming year, look for the following tools and features to increase productivity.
Multifunction devices
Ten years ago, it wouldn’t be uncommon to find a separate copier, printer, and fax machine in one office. Now, virtually all business copiers are multifunctional because most people have realized the value in reducing redundant devices. Multifunctional printers are some of the best business equipment you can invest in for the new year. Devices such as the Konica Minolta Bizhub C364 Color Copier Printer Scanner combine all the major features your company needs. Upgrading to a multifunctional device will save you from having to spend extra money on different devices, separate toner for each device, and energy to run each one.
High-volume, high-speed
Any business equipment you invest in must be able to keep up with the pace and volume of printing done at your office. There are many reasons to consider investing in a high-volume copier, but it all basically boils down to increasing productivity. High-volume copiers reduce the amount of time employees spend waiting for projects which, in turn, helps them stay on task and avoid frustration. Most Konica Minolta devices have a high paper capacity and print, copy, and scan at speeds that will keep even the most impatient staff member happy.
Useful features
There are tons of cool features on copiers and other business equipment that can help increase productivity. Most Konica Minolta copiers come with the option to add a finisher that allows documents to be stapled, hole punched, folded, or stitched into booklets. Handy tools like the bypass tray keep expensive paper, such as pre-printed letterheads, separate from standard paper, making it easier to avoid printing mistakes and waste. Other tools allow you to budget printing per employee or department so that you can control costs and monitor waste. All of these features increase productivity, conserve money, and save time.
Smart Technology
In case you haven’t noticed, business and technology are currently all about mobility, connectedness, and seamless functionality. The modern world expects to be able to access and use their information from computers, tablets, and phones with minimal stress and frustration. The business equipment in your office can and should help facilitate mobile business operations. For instance, business printers that can be accessed through mobile printing apps make it easy to print a document from a tablet or smartphone.
Sustainability
Conversations about sustainability, climate change, and environmental protection will become more frequent as time goes on. To do your part, it’s important to invest in business equipment that reflects these concerns. Konica Minolta devices are excellent at reducing energy usage and allow you to easily monitor energy use over time with a built-in control panel. Business equipment and devices that utilize things like plant-based toner and recycled ink cartridges are also smart choices. As you shop for upgraded business equipment, don’t forget to start with small, local companies. Buying from local printer companies reduces the shipping distance for your new device and keeps your money in the local economy, both of which are good for long-term sustainability.
Choosing the right business equipment is vital to the success of most companies. By purchasing business equipment that is multifunctional, modern, and sustainable, you will set your company up for greater productivity and growth in the new year.
