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What is Managed Print and Why is it Important?

18th Jul 2025

Managed Print Solutions (MPS) is all about making your business’s printing operations simpler, more secure, and more cost-effective. In a nutshell, it means that instead of managing the printers, copiers, and supplies yourself, you partner with a company like Vision PLC that handles everything. This way, you don’t have to worry about whether your printer’s running low on toner, dealing with technical glitches, or keeping track of all the maintenance. Vision PLC takes care of the day-to-day operations, allowing you to focus on your core business.

While MPS makes life easier, it also enhances security, reduces costs and alleviates IT resource burdens - three key benefits for any business.

Security: Why It’s Crucial and Often Overlooked

An area where businesses often overlook the importance of managed printing is security. In today’s world, data breaches and information leaks can cause significant harm to a business’s reputation and bottom line. Yet, many offices continue to use old or poorly managed printers that don’t offer the necessary security features. With documents often left unattended on printers, sensitive data is at risk of being exposed to unauthorised individuals.

‘Follow-Me’ Printing

One of the standout features of Vision PLC’s managed print service is Follow-Me Printing, a security measure designed to keep your sensitive information safe. With Follow-Me Printing, any print job you send to the network doesn’t actually print until you’re physically at the printer. This ensures that confidential documents aren’t left sitting around where someone else could access them. The document stays secure until you’re ready to collect it, making sure sensitive data is only seen by the person who needs it.

This system not only boosts security, but it also helps to cut down on unnecessary printing. You won’t waste paper or ink on print jobs you didn’t need in the first place, making the process more efficient and eco-friendly.

Optimising IT Resources for Greater Productivity

Managing printing infrastructure can place a significant strain on IT teams, diverting valuable time and resources away from more strategic, high-priority projects. Vision PLC’s Managed Print Solutions take on the responsibility of routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and supply management, ensuring that your printers run smoothly without the constant involvement of your IT department. This allows your IT team to focus on more impactful, business-critical tasks, such as driving innovation, enhancing cybersecurity, and supporting company-wide digital transformation. By alleviating the day-to-day printing management, Vision PLC not only improves efficiency across your organisation but also helps maximise the overall productivity of your IT resources, enabling your business to thrive in today’s competitive environment.

How MPS Helps Control Costs

When it comes to managing costs, MPS is a game-changer. Many businesses find that the unpredictability of printing expenses—unexpected repairs, running out of supplies, or dealing with inefficient equipment—can quickly add up. Vision PLC helps solve this by offering a more predictable approach to your printing costs. Instead of dealing with surprise repair bills or having to constantly replace parts, you’ll be able to track and budget your expenses more easily, ensuring your printing system remains cost-effective month after month.

By monitoring your printing habits, Vision PLC also identifies areas where waste can be reduced. For example, unnecessary or excessive printing is flagged, meaning less paper, toner, and energy are used. This not only cuts down on direct printing costs but also helps your business become more sustainable in the long run.

So why Choose Vision PLC?

With Vision PLC’s Managed Print Solutions, you get much more than just a printer or a copier. Their service is designed to be seamless and tailored to fit the unique needs of your business. Whether you’re a small office or a large organisation, Vision PLC ensures that your equipment is always running smoothly, and that your staff aren’t wasting time dealing with print-related issues.

Ultimately, by outsourcing your printing needs to Vision PLC, you free up resources and eliminate the hassle of managing your print infrastructure. It’s a smart choice for businesses that want to stay secure, save money, and improve efficiency.

Get in touch today to discover how Vision can help optimise your organisation's print infrastructure.

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