Is your copy lease coming up soon? Are you a little friendlier than you’d like to be with your copy tech because of all the issues you’re having with your machine? Or maybe you just got off the phone with a rep and can upgrade and keep your payments the same. Whatever the reason might be, you’re flirting with the idea of upgrading your copy machine. While that’s certainly a good thing on a variety of levels – mistakes do get made. As such, our topic du jour today talks about some of the most common mistakes business owners make when they’re looking to upgrade their machine.
Here they are:
Not taking the time to reassess your needs – Businesses change over time and so do their needs. Technology changes at an even faster rate and its effect on how you get your day to day tasks done can be significant. That’s why it’s important that whenever you’re looking for an upgrade, that you take these factors into consideration. How much printing do you need? What technology can meet that need and what does it cost? It’s always important to take a look at where you are and deploy the tools you’ll need to get to the next level. Copy machines are no different.
List out your objectives – This goes right off the previous point. Now that you know your needs, what are your goals and objectives? Do you need something fast and cheap; do you need something with lots of bells and whistles? Or; do you need something specifically designed to fit your needs? Whichever way you go, line up your needs with your objectives and you should have no problems finding a sweet spot.
Not taking a demo – Always ask for a demonstration of a new machine. Remember that bit about technology? This is why it’s important! Seeing a demo allows you to see what’s new and great about the machine – but it also allows you to see what you might already have. If the upgrade isn’t worth it – don’t do it.
Ask questions. Lots of them – The biggest issue we still encounter to this day is that people aren’t willing to ask questions. The best way to see that your needs are met is to mine for the answers you’re looking for. Information is more valuable than gold and that is especially true when you’re looking to upgrade your infrastructure to take that next big step with your company. Ask more questions!
