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be the case, as problems can be predicted and prevented by analysing device data and using intelligent remote management. With SOTI Connect, TSC Auto ID and Bartender, businesses benefit from a printer ecosystem which combines remote management, robust hardware solutions and compliant label software. Firmware, Wi-Fi certificates and app updates can easily be deployed and installed, while maintenance updates or new features for TSC Auto ID can be seamlessly integrated to enable the latest functionality. There's no need for IT teams to manually update devices or send printers back to headquarters for diagnostics. By implementing automated rules to issue alerts and actions, IT administrators can proactively prevent unexpected print failures and interruptions. Remote configuration of printer settings also enables consistent print quality, regardless of location. Mission-critical, unattended printers benefit from real-time remote access to relevant endpoints, enabling immediate troubleshooting and reducing costly maintenance. Key operational metrics such as
traceability and tracking in supply chains. As such, enabling remote capabilities should be high on the agenda. Step back and review With the quick pace of technological development, it’s easy for a business to get swept up in wanting – or thinking the company needs – the latest printers. But often there’s no need to upgrade a device simply because a newer model has come along. A decision to replace it should be out of necessity. After all, if the hardware allows an organisation and its workers to perform their duties, why waste time and money on upgrades? If new devices are needed, the conversation should then pivot to whether: l Another department within the organisation could use or replace the older models to limit unnecessary e-waste l If not, whether a non-profit or small business could benefit from the printer if it’s still in good working condition l Or finally, if a printer has come to the end of its life, where is the best place for it to be recycled? This is one of the simplest steps IT departments can take to reduce e-waste as it ensures devices are disposed of properly By thinking more thoroughly about these phases, companies can make a real difference.
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The UK generates about
of e-waste every year and, according to the UN, is the second-largest producer of 6 million tonnes
e-waste in the world.
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battery status and operating temperature also provide valuable insights for fine-tuning configurations and ensuring
Making a greener future With better printer management,
businesses are not just ticking an eco- box. Implementing environmentally sustainable practices helps companies meet their corporate social responsibility obligations while avoiding costly replacements can also save money and reduce the time spent deploying new equipment or arranging waste removal. It's time to move past a ‘rip and replace’ culture and be more mindful of which devices simply need better care to move into the next stage of their operational lives.
reliable printing operations. This is key for all industries but has strong applications
in transportation and logistics and retail, where digital printers are essential
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