Why businesses are still paying laser prices, and what it could be costing them
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Do you print large volumes of documents for your business every day?
For many businesses and organizations, printing has been part of their daily grind—whether it’s for invoices, contracts, reports, presentations, PR materials, forms, or other documents. It’s become so routine that people no longer ask how much they’re actually spending on each page.
Printing costs are not always as straightforward as they seem. Take businesses that opt for “free use” arrangements as an example. While a copier provided at little to no upfront cost may seem like a way to save on equipment expenses, “free” doesn’t necessarily mean it doesn’t cost anything as it may come with hidden expenses.
There are instances where hardware cost becomes part of the arrangement, included in higher-priced consumables and volume commitments. Some may even have to shell out money for a set amount of supplies whether they end up using them or not, which may eventually make them pay for what they don’t really need. What may look like saving on upfront costs at first can turn into higher operating costs, not to mention waste from unused supplies.
As you continue to evaluate your equipment and finalize your plans for the coming year, it might be time to consider the total cost of ownership and cost per page when it comes to the copiers in your office. With the right printing equipment like Epson’s, you can reduce your recurring operational costs and manage your finances better without having to compromise the performance and efficiency that your business needs.
You can start with the Epson EM-C8100, an all-in-one multifunction copier positioned as an everyday office copier, with print speeds of up to 25 images per minute. Complete with heat-free technology, it offers ultra-high page yields and duplex scanning at speeds of up to 45 images per minute.
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For offices where productivity and paper capacity are of great importance, the Epson EM-C8101 is designed to handle heavier workloads. This inkjet copier can accommodate up to 1,900 sheets and offers print speeds of up to 26 images per minute, while its duplex scanning can reach up to 124 images per minute. It also uses heat-free technology.
The Epson AM-M5500, meanwhile, is for enterprise-scale needs. It offers an ISO print speed of up to 55 images per minute and scanning speeds of up to 70/140 images per minute. This monochrome inkjet copier’s high-yield ink cartridges are designed for demanding print volumes, consuming up to 85% less power compared with conventional laser copiers.
These business inkjet copiers can print colored documents at only P0.75 per page instead of the standard P4-P10 CPP.
If you run a business or lead an organization that prints documents in bulk each day, it’s worth looking at printing as an ongoing expense instead of just a one-time equipment purchase. By lowering the amount you spend on every page with Epson’s business inkjet copiers, you can redirect your savings toward other priorities that could greatly improve your business. Even small savings, after all, can make a huge difference.
Know more about Epson and stay updated on its offerings at https://www.epson.com.ph/. You may also follow Epson on Instagram and TikTok at @epsonph and Facebook at Epson Philippines.
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