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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 preparing to transform how organizations manage printing. With the upcoming introduction of Windows Protected Print (WPP), your business should start getting ready for one of the most impactful changes to enterprise printing in years. If you oversee—or depend on—print infrastructure, it’s essential to understand what WPP is, why it’s a big deal, and what steps you need to take to get ready. Let’s break down what this means for your print operations and your customers.

Let’s clear up the confusion. Below, we’ll walk through three of the most common ransomware myths and what you really need to know to keep your business protected.

Ransomware attacks continue to rise — not just in frequency, but in how complex and costly they’ve become - not to mention reputational damage. Cybercriminals are constantly shifting their strategies, aiming at businesses large and small. That’s why staying ahead of the threat requires more than just hope — it calls for proactive planning and informed decisions.. and a better understanding of cybersecurity myths.

Today’s cloud-based fax solutions are purpose-built for healthcare environments. They offer seamless integration, stronger uptime, and a better experience for staff and patients alike.

Faxing is still an essential part of daily operations in healthcare. Whether it’s handling referrals, authorizations, or records requests, secure document exchange is non-negotiable. But traditional fax systems weren’t built for the demands of today’s fast-paced, high-volume environments.

More healthcare providers are discovering that modern, cloud-based fax solutions not only eliminate inefficiencies and reduce costs—they actually unlock new potential in their workflows.  According to HealthPoint, cloud faxing reduces IT inefficiencies, which can cost more than $8 billion annually.

Why rely on a single hire when you could have an entire team? With a Managed Services Provider (MSP), you get access to a broad bench of specialists—each bringing different areas of expertise.

Feeling stretched thin by technology? There’s a smarter way to manage IT.

Let’s face it—technology can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it’s critical to scaling your business, delighting your customers, and staying competitive. On the other, keeping up with IT demands can quickly drain your time, budget, and sanity—especially if you're already wearing multiple hats.

Disaster recovery testing gives you confidence that your strategy is going to work when you need it most.

It's like American boxing legend Mike Tyson once said... "Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." It's a raw but effective reminder to test plans to prepare for the pressure moments. You can have the most well-laid-out disaster recovery plan (DRP), but what good is it if it doesn’t work when disaster strikes?

Enter PaperCut: a powerful print management solution designed to secure your print devices, streamline your workflows, and cut unnecessary costs. 

It’s been said that "the little things matter. Often, they matter the most.”

Printing may seem insignificant when shoved alongside big-time topics like security and cost control… but it shouldn’t. Unsecured print environments put your sensitive data at risk, while unmanaged printing leads to waste and unnecessary expenses.

The imageFORCE series incorporates OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) D2 exposure technology, which enhances print quality through improved light efficiency and precise exposure control.

The potential for an elevated, super productive printing experience has never been greater.

The Canon imageFORCE series (beginning with the imageFORCE C7165)  is designed to keep up with the evolving needs of businesses—offering high performance, intuitive operation, and powerful security features. Whether you're handling everyday printing or tackling more specialized jobs, these devices provide a seamless and efficient experience.

If your provider doesn’t have a solid review process for invoices before they’re sent, errors can slip through. This often happens in companies with understaffed or overwhelmed billing departments. 

In life and in business, there’s perhaps nothing more frustrating than repeating the same error over and over again.

Hold that thought. Inaccurate invoicing can be pretty frustrating for you, too. So, when your copier provider continues to send invoices that are either indecipherable or just flat-out wrong, it can put a major dent in the long-term partnership… regardless of the actual equipment performance.

If you’re burdened by tedious paperwork and business processes that lag, leveraging human resources automation via content management can give you the resources to get back to the humans you’re serving every day.

Anyone in Human Resources can expand on the many HR-related challenges today: Attracting top talent, change management, new-hire training, managing diversity, equity, and inclusion, employee engagement, and retention, to name a few.

If everyday printing functionality is frustrating, or if controlling costs is cumbersome, print management is a viable solution for both higher education and K-12 environments.

As an administrator, do you often feel like your school has overspent on print?

Among the many core objectives of any K-12 district or higher education institution, one dual component of most schools’ goals is to maximize the student experience while minimizing wasteful spending, at all “costs.”