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Doeden Wins Kyocera’s Regional Best Technician Contest in Chicago, Now Headed to Nationals in Dallas
The Regional Kyocera Best Technician in the Nation competition has been completed and Century Business Products will again be represented in the National Finals in Dallas, Texas. Craig Doeden has won the competition that was held in Chicago on Friday, October 8. Craig who has won the competition in 2009 and 2015 will be representing […]
Kyocera’s 2021 Best Service Technician Contest is Underway. Can Century Win it for a Fifth Time?
Once again, Kyocera’s annual best service technician contest in the nation is underway. Kyocera started the contest in 2009, looking for the best technician in the country. The first round of testing was recently held with the top five scores in each region having a chance to compete in the semi-finals on October 8 in […]
Can printers be hacked? All You Need to Know
Most of us are aware of the benefits of having anti-malware or even antivirus software on our computers and phones. That’s because this software can provide protection against potential attacks. Also, the thought that our phones and computers are the only devices more susceptible to cyber-attacks fuels the need to protect them, but we often overlook […]
Donation to Southeastern Directions for Life
Century Business Products presented Southeastern Directions for Life with a donation to be used where their needs are the greatest. Kris Graham-CEO of the organization, discussed a new program that provides transitional housing for individuals that can live on their own, but need additional support through therapy, medication management, psychiatric services and transportation to attend […]
Better Cybersecurity with Defense in Depth (DiD)
When the COVID hit, businesses all over the globe had to shift to remote work almost overnight, the hybrid work model has gained popularity ever since. Employees are now able to work from home, the office or both. According to a report, close to 65% of large businesses have adopted a hybrid model, and most […]
Why planning 2022 equipment updates now makes good business sense
The best-run businesses are always looking ahead. The truth is, if you’re not ahead of the curve you’ve already fallen behind. This is true for business plans and your office equipment. Ask the document management specialists at Century Business Products to provide a needs assessment. Just a few of the benefits of planning your 2022 […]
Recovery Assurance (RA): Is Your Business Data 100% Recoverable?
Ever since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the concept of Disaster Recovery (DR) has received unprecedented attention. Most businesses have realized the importance of bouncing back quickly from a disruptive event. In 2020, about 80% of SMBs (Small to Medium Business) reported having a recovery plan in place. Is your business data 100% recoverable? […]
Is my small business large enough to benefit from Managed Print Service?
Small, young businesses and entrepreneurs tend to take a reactive approach to business printing. After all, that’s how we manage our printers at home. If your company only services printers when there’s a malfunction and only orders ink cartridges when they’re empty, you’ll likely benefit from managed print service (MPS). If you’ve ever found yourself speeding from one […]
What are the Benefits for Small Business to Invest in IT Management?
Organizations without designated IT staff or are seeking to free up personnel for other duties can turn to companies handling IT Management. What are the benefits for small business to invest in IT Management? Outsourcing IT management service providers gives companies the chance to focus on running the business instead of troubleshooting tech problems. IT […]
Can a Copier Provide Efficiencies with Your Business’s Operations?
The saying goes that, “Time is Money,” especially in business. All organizations are trying to find ways to cut cost and do more with less. Can a copier provide efficiencies with your business’s operations? The answer is yes, depending if you have the right copier in your business. Most people believe all copiers are the […]