5 Ways MPS Can Help Your Business Go Green

With Earth Day quickly approaching on April 22nd you may be thinking about ways that your organization can be more mindful of the environment.

While some may think that “going green” is as simple as tossing a soda can into a blue bin, the process of going green is actually more complex at the business level. Managed Print Services can help!  By making some eco-friendly adjustments to your printing practices, you’ll be helping the environment and your bottom line.

Here are five ways Managed Print Services can make your business more efficient and friendly to the environment:

1. Print Assessment – A partnership with a Managed Print Services provider typically begins with a print assessment that inventories your current print equipment, energy use, and paper use, helping you pinpoint ways to eliminate waste and improve operations.
2. Energy Efficient Equipment – When was the last time you upgraded your printer fleet? A Managed Print Services provider will ensure you have a fleet of printers that feature the latest in technology and energy efficiency. This will ensure that you get the most out of your equipment while decreasing your carbon footprint.
3. Fewer Consumables – MPS can help your commitment to go green by putting in place cost-effective technology that uses less toner, duplexing and other conservative printing practices. In addition, your MPS provider can help your organization to implement a consumables management program, which will teach your employees eco-friendly practices when using  print equipment.
4. Paperless Office – Considering that 70 percent of office waste is paper, many organization are using MPS to help them reduce their consumption of paper. Not only will this help the environment, but it will streamline workflows within your organization, too. According to a recent survey, respondents said a paperless office would help improve their productivity by 29 percent.
5. Recycling Program – Did you know that 60-80% of all used print cartridges end up in the landfill, where it takes them 450 years to decompose? An MPS provider will implement a recycling program in your office, ensuring those used print cartridges are recycled responsibly.

When it comes to going green at the office, sometimes simply being aware of a better way of doing things can inspire organizations to take action. While MPS can have a positive impact on your bottom line, it can also play a key role in helping you to create a greener office.

Please contact us to learn more about the benefits of going green with Managed Print Services.