Notebook in bag, coffee cup in hand, the clock ticks past 8am and it’s time to head out the door. After waking up at 5am, going for a quick jog on the treadmill, watering the plants and folding the laundry that dried overnight, you clean yourself up in preparation for an in-person consultation. You may have children to assist in their morning rituals or a dog to feed. Time is of the essence and every minute lost can mean a dire outcome: the torpedo of a potential sale.
A late arrival to a client meeting, presentation, discussion with potential investors, or coffee with a new partner will reflect badly upon your ability as a small business owner to properly manage and stay on top of your daily operations. It is completely realistic to presume that now and then an important document will be left forgotten on the kitchen table. However, to prevent this late arrival and possibly losing a major business opportunity, a quick stop at a printing store is your best option.
Staples Print & Marketing Services offers a simplistic and accessible solution for those stressful scenarios when out of the home office and needing to print a set of documents in the quickest fashion possible. They recently introduced exclusively in Staples stores a Xerox self-service machine, with a new Android-based, easy-to-use interface that runs on a standard tablet attached to the machine.
The first machines were such a success that there are now 3,000 spread across the U.S. The reason for the success is twofold: customer feedback and implementation of said feedback. Small and mobile business owners enjoy the mantra of the machine in practice; the product is both “accessible and simple” for a small business owner with limited time to print.
Staples’ and Xerox’s latest innovation helps their customers (and specifically small and/or mobile businesses) take care of administrative tasks easily so they can focus on growing their product or service. The company’s self-service printing is an all-in-one service. Customers can pay at the machine (which is fast and efficient), and choose from a wide array of options. The kiosk allows customers to make copies, scan, print and fax documents. There’s no need to carry around a USB—though it is compatible with it!—the service allows you to access materials from the cloud (GoogleDrive & Dropbox) or via email. If you have a technical question while using the kiosk, Staples employees are happy to head over and advise you on next steps.
Should business owners have any special requests, a Staples expert is always on hand to assist. Staples’ full-service printing option is perfect for any complex tasks that go beyond the capabilities of your home office equipment. Staples associates can assist in custom printed materials like professional binding, presentations, business cards, banners, yard signs, promotional gifts, manuals and booklets. The store offers services such as logo creation, direct mail, graphic design, shredding and shipping.
Choosing Staples to assist with putting together marketing materials can make all the difference when connecting prospects with your venture. DIY does not quite cut it, and small business owners must keep in stride with the latest innovations to compete on a larger scale. No need to hire a temporary marketing assistant or outsource projects—Staples can assist with the design and creation of your marketing essentials.
Feedback thus far has been that the touchpad is high-functioning and self-explanatory, with only a few buttons to understand and clear lists of options to choose from. Payment, usage, and receipt functionalities all run smoothly at the machine , which also includes the option to scan Staples coupons and Staples Rewards cards, saving even more on already low prices. In fact, printing at the new kiosk comes at the same great low price as with the previous machines. Stapling and hole punching options are also available, and the store kiosk prints on high-quality paper stock.
The self-service and full-service printing options allow small business owners to complete a project on time, within a reasonable budget, and adhering to specific aesthetic and creative goals. Below is a video that demonstrates the positive reactions customers had to Staples/Xerox’s one-stop machine.
Whether just beginning the entrepreneurial journey or well-established, Staples is a longtime supporter of American small businesses and small business owners, and has made a commitment to helping small businesses succeed. With everyday low prices and prompt service of all shipping and printing needs, Staples continues to help businesses thrive. Home Business Magazine recommends stopping by one of them next time you need that last-minute print.
