January 16, 2017
In schools and throughout entire districts, printing serves a central role. As technology evolves, educational institutions are challenged with keeping up with these changes and they have to do so with a limited budget. With Managed Print Services, schools of all types can stay current with their print technologies while working within their set budget.
How MPS Works for schools
Managed Print Services addresses many of the print-related issues and frustrations faced by school districts. By working with a managed print provider, districts are able to uncover the ways in which their current print environment can improve. It's about evaluating and assessing your current needs and costs, and then recommending the appropriate changes.
We've worked with multiple districts to implement Managed Print Services, and we've uncovered some common issues most schools and school districts face with their print environment. See if your school district exhibits the signs of a less than efficient print environment with the following infographic.
Infographic: How Managed Print Services Benefits Schools
Short-Term Benefits of MPS in Schools
A common equipment interface means less inconsistency in terms of performance, supply and repair. When your print devices are similar in type, brand and age, many of the features and functions will also be similar. This means you'll no longer need to avoid certain printers that don't work or function properly.
From its onset, MPS in schools provides a predictable, consistent budget. There are no surprises when a device suddenly needs repair or replacement - it's all covered with MPS. Due to our performance tracking, there's no risk of over or under ordering supplies. Instead, you'll have just what you need at the time you need it.
Long-Term Benefits of MPS in Schools
With comprehensive performance data, you can determine how to best position your print devices. For instance, if one printer experiences the highest usage, it might be wise to place your fastest, highest functioning printer in that location. Similarly, if there's a location where the printer is rarely used, why not place an older, slower model there?
The cost savings that accompany Managed Print Services in education come from many areas. One common occurrence is schools buying toner for a single model and then that model breaks and needs to be replaced. Then, the previously purchased toner doesn't work in any of the school's machines, and it goes to waste. Cost savings also come from saved time. IT staff who previously had to focus on print-related issues can spend their time in more valuable areas. Similarly, staff and students save time and eliminate stress with easy access to printing.
By minimizing waste - in the form of supplies, unclaimed print jobs and lost time - your print environment can run efficiently. If you're interested in learning how Managed Print Services can benefit your school or school district, review our eBook What is MPS? or contact a Marco rep.
