The Hidden Costs of Office Printing – And How to Eliminate Them

“It’s just a few pages here and there, right?”

That’s what many business owners think when they consider office printing. A ream of paper, the occasional toner replacement—surely it’s not breaking the bank?

But the truth is, unmanaged office printing can become a surprisingly expensive line item. Beyond the obvious costs, there are hidden expenses draining your budget, impacting productivity, and putting unnecessary strain on your internal IT team.

Let’s uncover where those hidden costs are coming from—and how to eliminate them with smarter solutions.

How Much Money Can You Save By Using A Managed Print Service

How Much Money Can You Save By Using A Managed Print Service?

The cost of printing represents a large chunk of any office’s expenses. Not only does printing use up a lot of paper, but ink, toner, electricity costs, printer repair and maintenance costs all add up to the cost too. In fact, for many offices, printing is their third biggest expense after payroll, and rent. 

One way to reduce your printing costs is to switch to a managed print environment. At Carden Managed Print, we’ve helped our clients reduce their printing expenses by reducing wasted printing and only ordering new ink and toner when they actually need. Read more to learn some of the ways you could cut your office’s printing bill.