As the economic uncertainty remains, companies of any size will be digging even deeper to look at ways in which they can reduce costs.  Manufacturers are aware of this and 2012 will see the emergence of new digital print technology and services that will minimize print related expenditure and improve productivity even further, particularly in the area of office colour printing.  More and more we will see device functionality increase and a refinement in areas such as mobile print.

With so many print companies having jumped on the managed print services bandwagon, 2012 will see this buzz continue as more companies become receptive to this service and the spotlight will ultimately fall on those suppliers that are able to deliver compared to those that do not have the internal infrastructure and knowledge simply falling by the wayside.  This will travel across into the area of service delivery as customers are no longer willing to accept anything but first class service and support.

Extract from Business Info magazine – January 2012

How to take Web2Print to market – 22nd February 2012

For more information and to book your place telephone 0118 977 0123

How to take Web2Print to market - 22nd February 2012

For more information and to book your place telephone 0118 977 0123

Wide range of solvent products, Self-adhesive vinyl – suitable for indoor and outdoor applications, general signage, retails and event promotions, trade show displays, galleries and museums, long hallways, showrooms, fuel station Or other retails merchandising and display. Light Stop display film for photo-realistic roll-up or pop-up displays in exhibition or advertising messages where the light blocking properties of this media prevents the offect of the image being lost in harsh lighting or sunlight. Solvent Poster papers for indoor and outdoor applications perfect for photo-realistic presentation print-outs, indoor signs and posters, outdoor signage, billboards and general advertising.

For the Aqueous range, there are many Self-adhesive vinyl and light stop products available together with a large range of Aqueous papers matte & glossy for High quality CAD drawings, charts, matting etc to photographic quality presentation graphics, retail and point-of-purchase display, trade shows and exhibition graphics, poster and general purpose graphics.

Xeretec is encouraging any company looking to invest in their next printing press, upgrade current equipment or make a first time investment to attend Rethink Your Ink.

The company has planned a three month Rethink Your Ink promotional campaign which will enlighten businesses to the power of ‘going digital’ to attract new business, retain clients and save money.

Rethink Your Ink will start with an event that will run over a two day period at Xeretec’s new showroom in Wokingham, Berkshire on 20th and 21st October 2010.

In just two hours this informal session will leave delegates with an understanding of how digital print technology has evolved, new applications, current techniques and emerging trends. 

Rethink Your Ink will enlighten everyone to the power of digital print technology and provide an insight into how businesses can successfully expand their  customer base, maximise sales, increase revenue streams and save significant costs across your business.

For more information and to register a place contact Julietta on 01189 901 0834 or Julietta.khoshaba@xeretec.co.uk

Developed by Xeretec, Xcel is a suite of personalisation, web-to-print, customisation and variable data solutions that facilitate workflow and campaign management. The software allows any business to develop and implement a cross-media marketing strategy to retain and acquire new business, in a way that truly engages the consumer.

The Xeretec team will be able to demonstrate live from Stand 10 the power of this technology to increase organisational efficiency and achieve long-term profitability.

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Ideal for customers looking to save money without compromising quality.

These cartridges are Xerox branded and carry the total assurance of the Total Performance Warranty and one year no quibble guarantee.

Launched this quarter replacements for the HP3015 series, HP4015 Series, HP3525 / 3530 and HP6015 / 6030 / 6040 series.

Take a look today and see how much you can save using Xerox Alternative Cartridges.

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The Partner of the Year award is in recognition of Xeretec’s strong performance across all areas of the business and for their innovative application of both Xerox technology and services that deliver real value to their customers.

“Xerox has several categories for their annual partner awards, but this is the top accolade a company can receive from Xerox and the most coveted. To win twice in a row is a fantastic testament to our staff who have embraced our continuous journey to be the experts in this industry” states Steve Hawkins, Managing Director of Xeretec. He continues “the award recognises our commitment to providing solutions that really deliver cost savings, improve productivity and meet compliance objectives”.

The Partner of the Year award also acknowledges the Company’s outstanding performance in achieving the highest score in a strict Xerox accreditation process that all partners have to complete. This process involves a thorough assessment of all business areas, from company performance and stability to customer satisfaction and business ethics. The process also encompasses corporate and social responsibility, data security, leadership and investment in the business.  Xeretec’s record maximum score is an accomplishment that to date no other Xerox partner has achieved, not only in the UK but across Europe.

Having experienced a 25% growth in Xerox office and production equipment sales in the last year alone,  Xeretec is currently Xerox’s largest premier partner within the UK and Ireland and continues to focus on providing real business results and excellence for customers.

Pictured From Left to Right Xeretec Winners: Steve Hawkins (Managing Director), Warren Beard (Director) and Mandeep Kandola (General Sales Manager)

The offer is based on a lease contract over three years at £20.00 ex vat per month, paid quarterly and will give you the new Xerox 8570DN colour printer.

It comes with a three year warranty and a fixed cost per page in colour at 4.2p with b&w pages at 0.6p that covers all replacement consumables, so all you pay for on top is power and paper.
 
If that wasn't good enough there is also a £200 rebate from Xerox if you have a printer to trade in, so effectively the first ten months on the lease will be free.
 
For more information telephone 0800 074 8136 or to view full brochure please click here.

The offer is based on a lease contract over three years at £20.00 ex vat per month, paid quarterly and will give you the new Xerox 8570DN colour printer.

It comes with a three year warranty and a fixed cost per page in colour at 4.2p with b&w pages at 0.6p that covers all replacement consumables, so all you pay for on top is power and paper.
 
If that wasn’t good enough there is also a £200 rebate from Xerox if you have a printer to trade in, so effectively the first ten months on the lease will be free.
 
For more information telephone 0800 074 8136 or to view full brochure please click here.

Gift boxes
Desk calendars
Wine boxes
Card pouches
General packaging

With just a five step process from start to finish this online process could not be simpler.  Users start by selecting the product (for example a mug box), then a design is selected from one of the professionally designed templates.  The true customisation comes from being able to upload a company logo in JPEG format and company contact details. In addition, Eazy Designer allows for a marketing message to be included.

The final stage in the process is to select a digital print supplier of your choice and the design is automatically despatched.

The Power of Digital Print

Traditionally packaging has been printed using litho presses which require large print runs to make it truly cost effective.  One of the key benefits of Eazy Designer is that uses digital print technology so print runs start from just 25 copies.
For more information on the Eazy Designer please contact the Supplies team on 0118 901 0838.

Lara Sangster
Xeretec Supplies Division

The CP07 Desktop Photo ID System uses plug and print technology and has been hailed as the most affordable plastic card printing solution available today. 

 This handy desktop plastic card maker comprises:

• Tattoo 2 Basic side Colour printer
• 1.3 mega pixel USB digital camera
• Revolution ID Lite card software
• 12 months onsite warranty
• 12 months access to a telephone technical support helpline
• Accessory kit

Plastic ID cards printing created cost effectively and in a matter of just a  few minutes.

CP07 Desktop Photo ID System now forms part of a range offered by the Xeretec Supplies team which includes Zebra, Evolis, Javelin, Fargo and Magicard.

For more information on the CP07 and card makers systems for identity verification, membership, promotions and loyalty reward schemes please contact the Supplies team on 0118 901 0838.

Lara Sangster

Xeretec Supplies Division

Xerox has been dominating the SME market for a number of years as it strives to address key issues from reducing costs and in more recent times, environmental issues.  Products such as its ColorQube 9200 series has led the way in helping companies to reduce costs and has helped reduce colour page costs by 90%. 

This has been marketed through more traditional marketing channels whilst being heavily supported through social media.  Xerox has set up large numbers of groups in Linked In as well as Twitter that feed regular information with particular emphasis on the SME market.  Posts on Twitter such as Interactive Buyer’s Guide and cash back schemes are just two examples of helpful information that is currently being broadcast via its “XeroxSME” Account. 

Xerox domination in the UK print solutions market has been secured thanks to its informative approach in social media and regular offers.  Small businesses continue to be challenged by time constraints, Xerox has championed key online platforms such as Linked In and Twitter enabling them to continue to generate sales whilst providing exceptional client care standards. 

HP has also thrown its weight behind its social media and online marketing as last month’s launch of the “Laserjet Pays You Back” marketing campaign clearly highlighted. During its recent launch in June, HP claims businesses could save $2,500 (£1,700) by purchasing one of their new printers.  We are still receiving Google Alerts from all around the world as B2B news sites and regional papers continue to cover the story.

HP has an enviable track record and now has over 50 Groups for employees, subsidiary companies and obviously its clients. It also has numerous Twitter accounts all targeted at their specific markets and all with thousands of followers.  This is supported via its Facebook accounts – all easy to use, accessible to clients all around the world – and all offering a personal and friendly tone.

Here at Xeretec, we are embracing social media to support our existing clients and to help acquire new business thanks to our efforts on Linked In.  Our next area of focus will be our Facebook page and we would welcome your input into topics of interest that you would like us to cover –after all social media is all about engagement right?

This move is on the heels of our recent expansion into the Irish marketplace with the acquisition of Digital Documents Direct, now 3D Xeretec in Dublin.  Our new HQ office is still located in Wokingham, just around the corner from our old office.  We also still have locations in London, Southampton and Birmingham as well so that we may better serve customers nationwide.  For more details on our office locations please visit the ‘Our Offices’ page.  Also, keep an eye on the homepage of our website as we will be posting photos of our new office very soon.  We look forward to welcoming you at your next visit to our new office.

- Steve Hawkins, Managing Director

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In an article by ZDNet the hype and message behind managed print services seems to be on the rise and companies are taking notice.  Xerox leads the way in these services and being Xerox Partner of the Year, Xerox can bring you the best of these services.

Many businesses delving into managed print services for the first time are finding out what the true cost of printing is within their organisation.  The numbers can sometimes be shocking.  Xeretec have a team of experienced professionals who can explain the benefits of managed print services to you and help you on your journey of uncovering hidden printing cost and ultimately, improve the way your business prints.  Contact us today for more information or visit our managed print services page.

If you are looking to upgrade to a new office printer why not save money and reduce your environmental footprint at the same?  For a limited time you can take advantage of some great deals on the Xerox 6180 and 6280 office printers from Xeretec. 

We are offering £65 cash back on the Xerox Phaser 6280 which comes with great environmentally friendly benefits such as:
• Paper-saving feature. The Phaser 6280 automatically skips blank pages in a document.
• Environmentally conscious recycling programme. The Phaser 6280 is part of the Xerox Green World Alliance recycling programme. Ship your used cartridges to Xerox for free and they’ll take care of recycling.

And if you’re looking for more advanced copy, scanning and printing you can get up to £130 cash back on the Xerox Phaser 6180 with added environmentally friendly benefits such as:
• Super-quiet operation. This makes it office-friendly.
• Scan document solutions for print reduction.

For more information on these limited time offers or to find out more about green printing and office printers, contact us today.

The Create range has been designed to accommodate full colour printed insert sheets across a wide range of promotional solutions including ring binders, folders, presentation boxes, displays, dispensers and more.

The Create range is ideal for…

Instant personalisation – add your logo, brand and message
Promotions – marketing events, exhibition materials and document storage solutions
Saving money – as the range is fully reusable and some products made from 100% recyclable materials

Included with every product are pre-converted sheets of 160gsm Colour Impressions, ready to be printed, and then inserted to the various polypropylene bodies.  The Create product range can add value to your range of services and can help you stand out from the crowds.

Templates available for all the products at www.Xerox.com.  Alternatively, you can contact us for more information on these products.

-         Look at new print technologies that use less packaging and have less waste.  The Xerox ColorQube boasts 90% less waste when compared to typical colour laser technology.

-         Switch to solid ink.  Solid ink is resin based containing no solvents making it safe, and clean.  Trade in your printer or MFP for a solid ink Phaser and get up to £300 cash back or donate your cash back to the Plant a Billion Trees campaign.

-         Print duplex.  Start printing double-sided to save paper.  Xeretec carries a full range of printers and MFDs with duplex functionality.

-         Use recycled paper.  The days of dull printing on recycled paper are over.  With solid ink, your colours will be vibrant, even on recycled papers.

-         Email and scan-to-file.  Rather than print every job, why not upgrade to an MFD with scan-to-file capabilities.  To learn more about electronic document management contact us today.

-         High volume printing?  Why not look at the new Xerox 1000?  The introduction of the new clear dry ink (CDI) technology makes output from this production machine can be fully de-inked which reduces your impact on the environment.

- Lower your power consumption.  The newly released Xerox 7120 is perfect for companies looking for a multifunction device with lower power consumption.

The Telegraph has the most recent developments of the ash cloud on their website which you can view by clicking here.

Want to learn more about the Xerox 800/1000?  Contact us today to speak to a production specialist or take a look at the Xerox 1000 product page here.

So what does this mean for your business?  It is estimated that “fifty percent of the cost of document output sits outside the hardware,” according to Paul Birkett, sales operations manager at Xerox UK in his interview with Channel Pro.  Finding those areas where you can cut costs can really add up.  And working with Xeretec, one of Xerox’s largest resellers and the 2009 Xerox Partner of the Year, we can help you pin point those areas that can be improved to get the most out of your existing print infrastructure.

Read more about Xeretec’s managed print solutions or contact us today to learn how we can help your business save money on printing.

Xeretec will not be attending IPEX this year, but instead have decided to pass our savings from the show on to our customers with a special limited time offer that consists of 5% cash back on a wide range of Xerox products and additionally, if we cannot meet or beat your best written offer from IPEX, we’ll give you an iTouch FREE!  So before you sign on the dotted line at IPEX be sure to contact us for a competitive offer.  Similarly, with our 5% cash back offer even if you are not attending the show this year you don’t have to miss out on the best deals!  Visit our IPEX special offer page for more details.

Great Product – Great Price
- 20ppm mono and colour
- Either 2 or 4 paper trays
- Large colour User Interface

Environmentally Friendly
- Xerox’s smallest A3 Colour Multi-Function System
- Low noise emission when running, and no noise in standby — perfect for open offices
- Low power consumption

Other Great Features
- Scan to e-mail as standard
- Print to/scan from USB
- EIP and everything else you would expect

Contact us today or visit the Xerox 7120 product page to learn more about this new product.

1. The highest balanced levels of business of any Xerox partner – this encompasses office, production and other areas of the business.
2. Our overall vision for the business and recent and planned growth achievements.
3. Our exemplary way of working with Xerox.
4. Our support of Xerox processes.
5. Our collective energy and enthusiasm to continue to push the business forward for growth.
6. Our consistent track record for growth and performance.

This award is the direct result of the hard work and dedication of our team.  We are thrilled to have reached this outstanding level of achievement and strive to continue providing our customers with this continued high level of service.

- Steve Hawkins, Xeretec Managing Director

Whilst these factors are key, it is becoming increasingly common for one critical element to be overlooked – namely what file size does the scanning technology produce from the scanned images?  This element is critical to reduce network traffic, storage space and ultimately ensure scanned documents sent via e-mail are able to pass through firewalls.  Experience is demonstrating that many customers assume that all scanning devices are equal in this capability, which unfortunately they are not.  Analysis has further demonstrated that some technologies produce significantly smaller file sizes.  The typical variance in file size was ten times, although in some instances it was up to a staggering 100 times the difference in file size!

The message is really to be careful when comparing scanning technology.  Technical information contained in brochures are not always a true reflection of how the scan device performs.  It is very simple to test this vital element and our trained and experienced team of print experts at Xeretec are happy to help you assess your options and assist in advising you on the best print reduction methods for your workplace.

Remote Manage And Save Time

We are all used to remote management of our PC’s so why not our printers? You can easily and quickly see the front panel status of a printer in another building  or even town to help with supports. Or with a click of your mouse you can update all your devices at once such as a Gateway address, think how long that would take on 20 devices!

Get Proactive

How many times have you been caught short of toner or an OPC drum that you didn’t know you had to order? Let the MFD tell tell you when it’s  jammed or get pre-warned that the device is low on toner giving you enough time order a replacement. This is all done through email and can even be integrated in to helpdesk systems automatically.

Help Utilise Your Fleet though Reporting

Which device is being over used? What device is being under used? Which device is unreliable and why is it unreliable? Having factual data will give you a true picture of your fleet to help make informed decisions that can help reduce costs or keep your fleet optimised to help support your business.

To read the full Covalence press release and the complete report, please visit the Covalence website.

This model offers the chance to reduce the cost of producing colour documents – in essence by not having to pay a standard colour charge when little solid ink colour toner is being laid down.  A good example of this is where an e-mail is printed that has a small colour logo at the bottom and which is charged at a full colour rate.  The concept is very powerful – in essence to only be paying based against the level of toner laid on the page.

There are many customers who know specifically what type of document they print and how much toner is laid down – this makes the cost comparison / return for the installation of a ColourQube relatively easy.  That said we are seeing that the majority of customers love the concept of the product, but are struggling to grasp how they can quantify what it will mean for them and what it will actually deliver.  The crux of this rests with how to understand if the current documents being produced are low, mid or high coverage?  Furthermore they are asking how having only one large A3 product with this billing model available can actually allow them to build a consistent enterprise wide strategy.

Xeretec Office Systems Ltd are Xerox’s largest reseller in the UK and we have worked with them closely surrounding addressing both of the above challenges.  To this end included within our consulting toolset is now a specific software suite that is able to exactly analyse our clients current documents.  This identifies how many are low, medium and high coverage along with the associated cost of each type of document.  Understanding the exact current state supports our approach of always working from real facts and not industry standards.  This allows us to then factually present a business case around what the ColourQube will deliver.  A unique and different approach that helps the client understand if this is the right product for them. We are pleased to offer this consulting as a free of charge service to all customers and would be happy to discuss this further with those that are interested in this service.

With regards to this billing method only being available on the ColourQube product we are pleased to notify that in the US the 8860 has been built with the same billing meters.  This product is an A4 colour / mono printer that offers the same environmental benefits and solid ink as ColourQube.  As yet it has not been announced whether this will be launched in the UK or not, but we would assume that it will be given time. 

We would advise our clients to get ahead of the curve and start the process of understanding the type of documents being produced along with their coverage trends as soon as possible.  This will identify quickly if it is worth pursuing an enterprise wide strategy based around these new disruptive technology platforms.