The Datamax Thinking Blog

Educating, collaborating, and sparking ideas for maximizing the technology that matters.


Looking to Lease a Copier? 5 Things You Need to Know.

Leasing allows your organization to fully leverage the latest in business technology. But what kind of leverage do you have with a lease partner?

Replacing an aging fleet? Setting up a new office? Leasing can be a positive option. The value of technology lies in the ability to leverage it to its fullest – not simply by owning it. The decision to lease a copier can have a major impact on your day-to-day workflow, your team’s productivity, and even your bottom line.  But not all copier leases — or providers — are created equal.

Topics: Office Equipment Leasing LeaseCare Copier Service Digital Copiers Copier Repair

Why Smart Businesses Outsource Their IT Services

By outsourcing, you gain access to a team of professionals with a wide range of skill sets rather than just one person or a small group with a specific skill set.

In your business – no matter how big or small - technology plays a significant role in your bottom line and ultimate results. It has disrupted the way we live, work, interact and collaborate.

Topics: Network Management Network Security Managed IT Services

The Shift to Driverless Printing: What You Need to Know About Windows Protected Print

Windows Protected Print (WPP) is Microsoft’s new, more secure printing system. Why the change? According to Microsoft , 9% of Windows security issues reported to the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) were caused by print stack-related issues.

Microsoft is set to revolutionize the way organizations print. With the upcoming launch of Windows Protected Print (WPP), businesses everywhere should begin preparing for one of the most significant changes to enterprise printing (and the printing experience) in years. If you're managing print infrastructure—or relying on it—you'll want to understand what WPP is, why it matters, and how to prepare for the transition. Let’s explore what this means for your print environment and your customers.

Topics: Print Management MFP Security Cloud Print Driverless Printing

5 Disaster Recovery Testing Methods That Help You Prepare for the Unexpected

Below, we’ll break down why DRP testing is essential for every organization that values continuity, trust, and customer confidence—and the different testing methods you can use to prove your plan works when the pressure’s on.

You’ve got a plan. It’s documented. It’s detailed. But here’s the real question—has it been tested when it really counts?

It's not enough to simply have a Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) on standby. The real value lies in your ability to rely on that plan without hesitation when disruptions hit. Whether it's a cyberattack, a server crash, or a natural disaster, your recovery plan should do more than just exist—it should perform.

Topics: Disaster Recovery Cybersecurity Managed IT Services

2 Copier Repair Service Tools that Take Print Upkeep Off Your Plate

Let’s take a look at two essential copier and printer tools today’s top copier partners use to deliver predictive, proactive, NOT reactive, service.

Keeping your office printers and copiers running shouldn’t feel like a full-time job. But if you’re constantly dealing with surprise breakdowns, toner emergencies, or service delays, you’re not alone.

Topics: Office Equipment Canon Copier Service Copier Repair

IT Risk Management: A 6-Component Guide to Cyber Resilience

Cyber resilience, a skillset bolstered by the expertise of your Managed IT Services partner, is a proactive approach designed to help businesses anticipate, endure, recover from, and adapt to cyber threats.

Cyber threats aren’t just a distant possibility — they’re an inevitable challenge for your business in today’s digital landscape. Hackers evolve, threats adapt, and even your strongest security measures can be outmaneuvered.

Consider the old adage: Not a matter of if, but when.

Topics: Business Continuity Cybersecurity Managed IT Services

5 Ways Managed IT Service Providers Help Manage Your Third-Party Risks

The good news is that an IT service provider can act as your shield, reducing risks and protecting your operations.

Running your business means juggling a million things at once — customers, employees, invoices, and, of course, the vendors and suppliers who help keep it all moving. You trust them to do their jobs so you can focus on yours. But what happens when they drop the ball?

Topics: Network Management Network Security Managed IT Services

What is uniFLOW?  The Smart Print Management Solution for SMBs

uniFLOW is a powerful print and document management solution that helps businesses secure their printing, control costs, and streamline workflows—all while reducing IT burdens. 

If your small or medium-sized business (SMB) is struggling with unsecured printing, high print costs (and printing volumes), or inefficient workflows, you're not alone. Many companies overlook how much time, money, and security risk is tied to unmanaged printing. Unmanaged print devices can become a lot like herding cats.

Topics: Office Equipment Print Management Print Security UniFLOW

10 Ways Unified Communications Boosts Collaboration, Speeds Up Decision Making

Collaborative tools help teams meet face to face or in another time zone to continuously make progress toward their business goals.

Robert T. Kiyosaki, an American businessman and author,  once said, "You cannot make progress without making decisions." Making quick yet informed decisions is essential for any business hoping to stay ahead of the competition.

Topics: Business Continuity VoIP Phone Systems Unified Communications

4 Powerful Canon Copier Features You May be Missing Out On

Are you barely scratching the surface of what your copier device can do for you?

As an example, the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE series is packed with powerful features, but many businesses don’t fully leverage its capabilities because, simply, they don't know they exist or are not sure how to proceed. Here are five key functions that often go underutilized:

Topics: Office Equipment Document Workflow Print Management Scanning Canon Multifunction Copier Workflow