3 Advantages of Using a Print Services Partner for Your School or District
A trusted partner can help reduce costs, improve quality, and improve sustainability
The tide in print is turning. Today, many schools and districts are seeing more efficiency and cost savings by transitioning from in-house printing to a strategic print services partner to meet their needs for a wide variety of printed materials.
"Transitioning print management to a trusted partner enables school and district leaders to reduce costs and gain access to high-quality printed materials, while maintaining control over the finished product," says Michael Schnare, Print & Marketing Expert from Staples.
By handing over the reins to professionals in the field, schools not only free up valuable internal resources, but also take advantage of the latest printing technologies, expertise, and faster project turnaround times, allowing school and district employees to focus on more important work.
Here are three advantages of using managed print services in any school or district.
1. Reduced costs and improved efficiency
The challenges and costs associated with in-house print equipment and facilities are plentiful. From equipment and operational overhead to maintenance and space allocation, these expenses can mount quickly, resulting in unnecessary spending.
Using a partner for print management helps alleviate these challenges and their costs and streamlines operational productivity across multiple departments. A print services partner will manage the budget efficiently and provide visibility into spending.
2. Improved quality
Inconsistency in quality can quickly tarnish the branding and image of any school or district. Maintaining consistency of high-quality print materials helps to convey professionalism to parents and the community, as well as teachers and other staff members.
Quality issues requiring reprints and adjustments can create additional costs and delays, resulting in wasted resources. A reliable trusted partner can reduce or eliminate these issues and ensure all printed materials are consistently high quality.
3. Reduced carbon footprint
In the journey towards a greener future, transitioning to a print management partner can play a vital role in reducing the environmental impact of print materials. Professional print providers utilize the latest sustainable production methods and technologies, which minimize waste, while reducing costs and improving efficiency.
Staples® is your one-stop shop for all things print, helping schools and districts inform and inspire students, teachers and parents with high-quality custom printed materials, delivered on time and at a low cost.
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