SCANNERS FOR EDUCATION PROVIDERS
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Education institutions from primary schools to universities are increasingly digitalising their operations as they seek to increase efficiency to ensure that more time is spent on other, higher value work – especially teachers. This means that demand for scanners is increasing across the board.
in onboarding but are essential tools in managing administrative tasks from the smallest of schools to the largest universities.” Trends There are other broad trends among customers in the education sector. For instance, Martin says that customers are looking for flexibility. “There’s always a need to scan paper in the traditional sense, but with ID’s and other proofs of identification needing to be captured, we see that scanners with a document feeder and a flatbed in one solution gives customers the ability to cover all bases,” he says. Andrew adds that learning institutions are seeking a comprehensive scanning and storage solution, offering additional benefits. “Schools want scanners that can not only digitise documents but also automatically classify, name and send them to the correct digital folder,” he says. “Also, for educators and students, there’s a need for solutions that support at school and remote work. Portable scanners are ideal for educators who need to digitise materials on the go. “College administrators need scanners that offer advanced security features to ensure confidential information is stored securely in the cloud.” Options There are a wide range of scanners on the market, so resellers must be careful to ensure that their customers get the ones that best suit their needs. “From low volume to high volume, there are options to capture documents and ID’s easily,” says Martin. “Smaller units with an ID capture accessory right up
“As schools, colleges and universities adopt digital transformation, the demand for scanning solutions is increasing, offering a significant opportunity for resellers to meet the evolving needs of the sector,” says Andrew Cowling, channel marketing manager at PFU (EMEA) Ltd. “Scanners are already a core component of the modern educational ecosystem. Administrative staff use high-speed scanners to convert student and teacher records into searchable digital PDFs. Teachers use scanners to capture classroom resources, student assignments and exam papers, making them easy to store, mark and share as well as ensuring the use of technology is a mainstay of the modern curriculum. Students use scanners to digitise and preserve their work and additionally enhance collaboration and sharing.” Martin Pain, document management product manager at Northamber, agrees that demand for dedicated document scanners continues to be strong. “Particularly in further/higher education,” he adds. “With colleges and universities aligning in broader partnerships and offering courses to larger regions, the efficiency of student onboarding remains critical. “Scanners don’t just play a key role
Andrew Cowling channel marketing manager
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Scanners don’t just play a key role in onboarding but are essential tools in managing administrative tasks from the smallest of schools to the largest universities.
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