I Love My Store-Bought Copier But...

How do you know when it’s a good decision to upgrade from a store-bought copier to something bigger?

Perhaps you’ve been to Office Max, Staples or Office Depot and bought a $200 super duper copier that prints and scans and sometimes even faxes. You set it up in your small office and you’re printing and copying in no time like a pro. Scanning? Well, that takes a little more work but you figure it out. Faxing? Many people still use it, so you’re dialed into that too. You’re all ready to get some ink on paper!

Business is booming. You’re printing all those reports and proposals. You’re buying copy paper by the ream and there’s no end to this joy. But then something strange happens. You find yourself going back to Office Max, Staples or Office Depot to buy more printer ink. You just went two weeks ago and you need to head out again! What is going on? Why does this thing eat ink like a great white shark devours chum in the water?

Your business continues to grow. Deadlines get tighter for all those reports, proposals and letters that need to be printed. You’re pushed for time. Man, this store-bought copier is all of a sudden really slow. And yes, it’s time to head out for some more printer ink. Sound familiar?

So when is it time to move up to a commercial-level copier?

When you find yourself spending over $150 a month on ink it’s time to think about upgrading. Why? Truth is the commercial models don’t use ink, they use toner. Toner is 55% less expensive than ink and still produces great color. You can lease a pretty fast commercial level copier for about $150 a month. Sometimes you can get the business copier for less than $200 a month, including a large number of images (prints, copies) per month and all the toner you need. You even get unlimited onsite service from the copier company at no charge. One last benefit – it’s faster than your desktop copier.

So in summary, keep an eye on how much you spend on ink for your desktop copier. We all want to ignore that cost, but it’s to your benefit to look at it carefully. Upgrading to a business-sized copier could save you money and it will certainly save you time. Your business is growing; let your copier grow with you!

Japanese Earthquake and Tsunami Disrupt Parts & Supply Orders

Important Information from Cobb Regarding Potential Inventory Disruptions Due to Japanese Earthquake & Tsunami

Cobb Technologies has received alerts from our manufacturing partners that due to the recent earthquake and tsunami which devastated Japan, a strong potential exists for inventory issues with supplies and parts for office technology equipment.

The natural disaster in Japan has disrupted electrical power, destroyed manufacturing plants, and temporarily halted shipping in to and out of much of Japan. This could impact Cobb Technologies’ ability to obtain certain equipment parts and supplies in the short term.

Cobb Technologies is working proactively to counteract the effects of these disruptions for our customers. We have ordered additional parts and supplies, where possible, to stock in our local warehouses here in Virginia. In addition, we are in constant contact with our manufacturing partners to monitor their ongoing progress in resuming Japanese manufacturing operations.

Cobb will keep you informed of further progress on this issue as the need arises. The Japanese government, people, and businesses are working frantically to rebuild their devastated country. Cobb Technologies expresses deep sorrow for the tremendous loss of life and devastation experienced by the Japanese people. Thank you for your continued support of Cobb Technologies and your good wishes for the people of Japan.