Today’s MFPs (multifunction printers) go beyond basic print/copy/scan/fax capability to enable users to perform a broad range of tasks. This includes converting scans to editable and searchable files, routing scans to electronic repositories, requiring user authentication before use, tracking usage behavior, and connecting with cloud services. And thanks to the software platforms that underpin these
The growing importance of MFP apps directly mirrors the growth in popularity of online storage/collaboration services such as Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive. That’s because MFPs are the perfect “bridge” between paper content and the digital realm most organizations need them in. Research conducted by Keypoint Intelligence-Buyers Lab into each MFP maker’s app portfolio
If you think apps are something just for your phone and tablet, think again. Today’s “smart” MFPs (multifunction printers) feature embedded software platforms that can run downloaded apps to deliver functionality that stretches far beyond simple copying, printing, scanning, and faxing. So just as with a smartphone, an MFP can be custom-configured after purchase to
Many schools rely heavily on paper for teaching students and handling administrative tasks. While paper may be associated with benefits around learning and information retention, in certain instances digital methods of communication and information storage may make more sense. This blog post will help schools determine whether digitization is worth pursuing in key areas. Prevalence
An organization’s document imaging technologies can put a strain on people’s time while being a drain on the bottom line. This leads to two things businesses never want to hear: low return on investment, high total cost of ownership. And then there’s this: 82% of employees report that some of the printing they do at