The Datamax Thinking Blog

In a world where attention spans shrink and visual expectations skyrocket, color printing has a new job: it has to compete with the screen. That’s exactly what Canon’s D² Exposure OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) print technology sets out to do.

Have you ever paused mid-scroll, not because of the message, but because of the colors? Maybe it was an advertisement that practically jumped off your screen or a high-end catalog that looked more like a gallery piece than a marketing asset. Color, when done right, doesn’t just catch your eye. It compels you to stay.

So how do you know when it’s time to move on? And how can you upgrade your copier without slowing everything down? Start by watching for these seven signs.

Replacing a copier can feel a lot like replacing a refrigerator.

It still works, for the most part. It hums along in the background. But maybe the ice maker stopped months ago. The temperature is inconsistent. You’ve had to reorganize the shelves just to make things fit. It’s not completely broken, but it’s no longer making life easier. It’s just not inconvenient enough to force the issue.

Instead of starting your engagement with “Let’s figure out what you have,” you start with “Here’s exactly what’s going on, and here’s how we can improve it.”

Some things just make more sense when you do them up front.

Like getting a home inspection before buying the house. Or reading the recipe before turning on the oven. Starting with the right information early doesn’t just prevent headaches. It sets you up for smarter and faster decisions from the very beginning.

By addressing these often-overlooked vulnerabilities, you strengthen your overall IT defense and protect what matters most: Your people, your clients, and your reputation.

If you're like many businesses, your printers probably don’t top your list of IT security concerns. But overlooking printer security can leave your organization wide open to costly threats. In today’s connected workplace, every networked printer is a potential entry point for cybercriminals. Whether you're handling client data, employee records, or sensitive financials, your printers play a bigger role in data protection than you might think.

Canon Print Assistant (CPA) — an initial release of a Print Support Application (PSA) that integrates seamlessly into Microsoft’s Modern Print Platform.

Printing is undergoing a major evolution. For decades, users relied on manufacturer-specific drivers—often cumbersome to maintain, incompatible with newer device architectures, and a frequent headache for IT departments. Enter Microsoft’s Modern Print Platform: a transformative approach that promises a driver-free experience using the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) and Universal Print services.

Legal firms want more than a copier. They want a partner who understands their world — one who can deliver technology that aligns with how they work, protects what matters, and supports their ability to grow.

In the legal world, where time is money and confidentiality is non-negotiable, your office technology isn’t just background noise — it’s a key player in how you operate. When law firms evaluate office equipment providers, particularly for multifunction copiers and document systems, they’re not just buying hardware. They’re choosing a strategic partner who understands the unique demands of legal work.

With Canon, Sourcewell, and Datamax, you get technology solutions that are efficient, compliant, and designed to serve your organization’s mission. 

If you're part of a government agency, school district, college, or nonprofit, you know the drill: technology purchasing can be slow, complex, and full of red tape.

These 10 questions will help you dig deeper — and make a smarter, more strategic decision about your next copier lease.

When you're looking to lease a new office copier or multifunction device, you're not just choosing equipment — you're choosing a financial path and a service partner that will impact your team’s workflow for the next several years.

Let’s break down three of the most dangerous cybersecurity myths related to ransomware, so you can protect what matters most.

Ransomware attacks aren’t just increasing — they’re evolving. They’re more complex, more expensive, and they bring more than just downtime and data breaches. They can drag your business’s reputation through the mud. And while these threats are growing, cybercriminals are getting smarter, targeting businesses of all sizes with tactics that constantly change.

The good news? You don’t need to overhaul your entire IT system to stay safe. A few clear, consistent practices from this social engineering toolkit can make a massive difference.

What if the greatest threat to your business isn’t a technical flaw—but a human one?

Today’s cybercriminals don’t always need to break through firewalls or decode passwords to gain sensitive information. Instead, they manipulate the one element no security system can fully control... your people.