In a whole range of business spheres, the pressure is now on to adapt to changing times. Companies now understand the need to increase flexibility, reduce costs and provide improved customer service. All of this requires that companies enable their employees to print and manage documents while on the go and this is why remote printing solutions are now a must.
What exactly is driving the need for change? Internet-based innovations are an obvious driving force, but this is not the only factor. In recent years, three major forces have started to make their presence known, further increasing the need for remote solutions. Namely, the rise of the virtual workforce, an increase in third-party cloud providers and the growing demand for real-time networking solutions that involve suppliers.
As Workforces Go Mobile, So Does Printing
Thanks to the growing importance of both the internet and mobile devices, workers are now realizing that being chained to their desks makes little business sense. In addition to providing smartphones and tablets, many offices now operate Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies, making it easier to research, analyze and write from anywhere you can get an internet connection.
Newly found office freedom has meant that the old, server-based printing network model is no longer suitable for the demands flexible offices are placing on them. People who need to use mobile devices at work need cloud printing services, as these enable them to find and connect with printers wherever they need to go. Not being tied to traditional print networks allows workers to truly exercise their freedom and allows your enterprise to stay flexible and ready to move with the times.
Innovations for Outsourcers
Companies are increasingly outsourcing complicated tasks associated with running business applications, storage solutions and data networks to third-party cloud companies. By reducing their computing infrastructure needs, businesses can save money on overheads and other costs, and instead focus more on doing what they do best.
But while this can ease the burden on internal IT departments, it also means that offices have less support when it comes to setting up their printing networks. With fewer IT experts available at each company, employees need print solutions that combine reliability and convenience.
Software that Empowers
The rise of remote printing also means that print solutions need to be compatible with a wide gamut of devices. Workers expect to be able to use all sorts of smart technology, and do not want to have to think about issues such as manufacturer or operating systems.
A New Dawn
Companies are increasingly recognizing the need for mobility, flexibility and cloud-based solutions. This means the days of relying on outdated systems built around a largely static workforce are numbered. Rushing in to take the place of the old system is a new era of remote printing. And with it comes more enterprise freedom and business versatility than ever before.
