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Strengthening Local Supply Chains: The Power of B2B Support

Strengthening Local Supply Chains: The Power of B2B Support

In today's interconnected world, businesses rely on strong supply chains to thrive. While large corporations often dominate the headlines, it's the local B2B businesses that form the backbone of many industries. By supporting these businesses, we strengthen our local economy and foster a more resilient supply chain.Here's why supporting local B2B businesses matters:Economic Resilience...

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Small Businesses: The Backbone of Our Communities

Small Businesses: The Backbone of Our Communities

Small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities, contributing significantly to local economies and overall business ecosystems. When we support small businesses, we're not just making a purchase; we're investing in the future of our neighborhoods.   Here's how supporting small businesses benefits the broader business community:Job Creation: Small businesses are the pri...

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 Boosting Company Efficiency with Managed Print Services

 Boosting Company Efficiency with Managed Print Services

Worried you’re not streamlining your business processes as effectively as you should?In today's competitive business landscape, efficiency is key to success. Managed print services (MPS) can play a vital role in helping companies optimize their print operations and improve overall efficiency.How MPS Improves Company EfficiencyCost Reduction: MPS providers can help businesses identify an...

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Managed Print Services: A Streamlined Solution for End-of-Year Processes

Managed Print Services: A Streamlined Solution for End-of-Year Processes

Looking ahead in the calendar toward the end of 2024?As the year draws to a close, businesses face a whirlwind of tasks, from financial audits and regulatory compliance to year-end reporting. Amidst this chaos, managing print infrastructure can often be a time-consuming and costly burden. This is where managed print services (MPS) can make a significant difference.How MPS Streamlines End-of-...

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Tailored Business Solutions Save You Time and Money

Tailored Business Solutions Save You Time and Money

Are you looking for a way to streamline your business?Want to cut out inefficient tasks and spend more time growing your business?By partnering with another local business, you can not only grow your local connections and support your community, but you'll also be able to leave the tedius managing tasks to someone else so you can focus on what you do best.Customized Service ApproachesWe belie...

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Managed Print Services: A Business Boost

Managed Print Services: A Business Boost

In today's digital age, efficient document management is crucial for your business. Managed print services (MPS) are a strategic solution to streamline print operations, reduce costs, and enhance productivity at your office, freeing up your valuable time. Here are the key benefits that MPS can bring to your organization:Cost ReductionConsolidated Billing: MPS providers often offer consol...

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Ann Arbor Non-Profit Highlight Reel

Ann Arbor Non-Profit Highlight Reel

As a long-standing member of the Ann Arbor business community, we’ve gotten to know so many other great businesses in the area.Over the years, we’ve been proud to support other local businesses that are working hard to make our community run efficiently and give back to those in need.Are you running a local non-profit? Do you need help with basic business solutions like office supplie...

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Non-Profit Business Solutions at MCS: Easier Than Ever!

Non-Profit Business Solutions at MCS: Easier Than Ever!

Have you considered switching your printer repair service from a big brand store to a local company like MCS?Think about how easy it would be to rely on a local business to deliver toner, ink cartridges, and custom labels right to your door instead of having to wait for pricey deliveries! What about printer repair? If something goes wrong, you don’t have time to lose.How can we help you?Our...

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Power Up Your Workforce: How Wellness Initiatives Drive Productivity

Power Up Your Workforce: How Wellness Initiatives Drive Productivity

In today's fast-paced business world, employee productivity is paramount. But how can you encourage productivity in a healthy way that your employees will appreciate?The key to a truly high-performing workforce lies in prioritizing the well-being of the people who work for you. Happy employees mean a better place to work for everyone, and better service for your customers and clients.Enhancin...

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The Healthy Investment: Why Employee Wellness Programs Benefit Your Business

The Healthy Investment: Why Employee Wellness Programs Benefit Your Business

Wondering what you can do to keep your employees happy in today’s competitive job market?Do you want to develop a workplace culture that encourages employees to think of each other like family?The answer: a strategic investment in employee well-being through corporate wellness initiatives.These programs go beyond gym memberships and promote a holistic approach to employee health, encompassi...

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How to Prepare for Unexpected Demands using Supply Services

How to Prepare for Unexpected Demands using Supply Services

Have you ever experienced unexpected disruptions in your supply chain that impact your business?Two of the most important ways to hold onto sustained success in business is having the ability to adapt and plan.We understand the importance that timely access to supplies plays in keeping businesses productive and responsive. Our approach to stocking goes beyond convenience, it’s about empower...

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Proactive Business Solutions in Ann Arbor

Proactive Business Solutions in Ann Arbor

Sick of frequent supply shortages affecting your productivity?In the business world, every minute counts! Whether you’re running a busy office or managing a retail store, your level of efficiency has a direct correlation to your success.The availability of essential supplies can negatively impact productivity. Close your eyes and picture a scenario where you never again have to worry about ...

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Keep Your Business Printing Smoothly: The Advantages of Professional Printer Repair

Keep Your Business Printing Smoothly: The Advantages of Professional Printer Repair

In today's fast-paced business world, a functioning printer is a necessity. But what happens when your trusty machine starts spewing out error messages or producing faded, misaligned prints? Aside from basic troubleshooting, even though DIY solutions might be tempting, for business-critical operations, professional printer repair is the way to go. Here’s why:Time is Money...

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Easy Fixes for Common Printer Issues

Easy Fixes for Common Printer Issues

Imagine this: you’re presenting a proposal to a prospective client that could have a huge positive impact on the future of your business. All you need to do is print the final proposal.You hit print, expecting a crisp document to emerge, but instead, your printer throws a tantrum. Need help ASAP? Don't despair! Most simple printer problems have solutions you can tackle yourself bef...

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The Environmental Benefits of Compatible Printer Cartridges

The Environmental Benefits of Compatible Printer Cartridges

Want to make your company practices and policies more eco-friendly this year?As you look at your office policies and procedures, one easy way you can reduce your carbon footprint is with purchasing ink and toner and recycling your toner cartridges. Compatible printer cartridges, also known as generic or third-party cartridges, offer several compelling reasons why they are better for the envi...

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OEM vs. Remanufactured Printer Cartridges: Understanding the Difference

OEM vs. Remanufactured Printer Cartridges: Understanding the Difference

Confused about the choice between OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and remanufactured printer cartridges?Not sure what the best option is for your office and your bottom line?Both OEM and remanufactured cartridges offer distinct advantages and drawbacks, so it’s important to understand the disparities before deciding. You also want to be sure to seek advice from an expert, so you get n...

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Partner with MCS this Spring for an Office Refresh

Partner with MCS this Spring for an Office Refresh

Could your office use a supply restock?Do you want to feel refreshed heading into the next quarter?Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time for an office refresh. Now is the ideal time to spruce up your supplies, clean out clutter, replace old labels and sanitize your workspace!  We’re here to provide business solutions in Ann Arbor to reorganize your office so you can set yours...

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Make a Difference This Earth Day with These Eco-Friendly Printing Routines

Make a Difference This Earth Day with These Eco-Friendly Printing Routines

Ready to make changes to become an eco-friendlier business?Is your office already recycling printer toner?In April, many companies brainstorm how they can incorporate more environmentally-friendly practices in their daily business routines in honor of Earth Day.Not sure where to start? We’ve got the tips for you and are ready to offer our partnership in electronic recycling to help your bus...

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Is Your Home Printer Worth Repairing?

Is Your Home Printer Worth Repairing?

Do you have a home printer that never seems to work correctly?Do you spend more time fixing paper jams and streaky ink than you do printing documents you need? How do you know if you should spend the time and money to hire a printer repair service, or if you should just replace your machine? Consider:Age of your printer: Find out when the model was released, not just the date you purcha...

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Printer Repair Service Checklist: Read Before Spending!

Printer Repair Service Checklist: Read Before Spending!

Have you transitioned to working from home full-time?Tired of tech issues and printing problems without your trusty office IT person to help?Working from home has its pros – no commute, sweatpants, endless coffee… but the cons include technology problems that you have to solve on your own with remote help from an IT person. If you have printer issues, that can be a whole other l...

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Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with Sustainable Printing Practices

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with Sustainable Printing Practices

As an Ann Arbor-based business, you might double take when you hear us tell you, "go green!"No, we don't mean that Green! As we head into spring, we're thinking about more ways we can help our planet by reducing waste and upping our efficiency, and we want to help you do the same!Sustainability has been at the forefront of business in recent years, and many companies are looking...

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Make Your Business More Efficient with Thermal Barcode Labels

Make Your Business More Efficient with Thermal Barcode Labels

As your business grows and products are added to your inventory, bookkeeping by hand becomes more inefficient and error prone. Speed up check outs and inventory management by implementing a barcode system for tracking your goods!With a barcode inventory system, your inventory is continually updated as new items come in or go out. There’s no need to perform time-consuming inventory checks by...

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The Benefits of MCS’s Culture of Kindness

The Benefits of MCS’s Culture of Kindness

Have you recently had repairs done to your business-class printer but were unsatisfied with their customer service?Did you have to wait a long time for someone to speak with you, or to get the problem resolved?As a small business owner, it’s frustrating when your business is ground to a halt because of a small issue like a jammed printer, or streaky printing.As the owner, you don’t wa...

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Partner with MCS for Business Solutions in 2024

Partner with MCS for Business Solutions in 2024

Want to take your business to the next level in 2024? Growing your business is your top priority, and it’s ours too. We want to help you! As a small business ourselves, we know how important it is to prioritize growth and making connections. When you work with a local company like MCS, you’ll get the customer service you deserve, along with fast and friendly printer repair. ...

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Printer Won't Print? Try Our Tips

Printer Won't Print? Try Our Tips

We get lots of calls from customers and frustrated business owners alike who are having trouble with their printers. Printer problems always seem to appear at the worst time!If you’ve got an important presentation or meeting on the schedule, you don’t have time to wait for a printer repair technician to come out.Here are a few of the most common print issues we hear about and how you ...

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Things to Do in Ann Arbor for the Holidays

Things to Do in Ann Arbor for the Holidays

Looking for holiday fun in Ann Arbor?Want to get the kids outside to enjoy the snow, lights, and magic of the season?Ann Arbor is a great place year-round, but it’s especially a fun place to be during the holiday season! There are so many great family events to check out. As a local Ann Arbor small business, we love seeing what other community-driven businesses are doing to spread holiday c...

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Local Service for Your Printer Supply and Repair Needs 

Local Service for Your Printer Supply and Repair Needs 

Do you spend hours per week chasing down vendors and suppliers?Do you wish you could spend more of your valuable time actually growing your business instead of doing frustrating admin tasks?When you rely on a manufacturer to provide customer service and send ink and toner refills, you risk long wait times and poor customer service. If you’ve ever been frustrated about trying to track down a...

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5 Questions to Ask When Hiring Printer Repair Services

5 Questions to Ask When Hiring Printer Repair Services

There’s no doubt about it, you’ll need service on your printer sooner or later, but how do you choose the right printer repair company?At MCS, we’ll come to your office, answer your questions, and make sure you’re back up and running in no time. If you’re trying to decide which repair service is best for you, consider these questions:How many years of experience do t...

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MCS Helps You Save Your Most Valuable Resource

MCS Helps You Save Your Most Valuable Resource

What’s your businesses most valuable resource?You might be thinking about physical resources that keep your business running, like your employees, your trusty business wi-fi, or even the cash needed to pay your bills.But what about time?Time is often our most valuable resource, and we don’t always think of how important it is until we are running out of it!MCS can help you save valuab...

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Improve Your Printing Quality with a Brother Color Printer

Improve Your Printing Quality with a Brother Color Printer

Trying to save money by printing in black and white?Trying to decide if you should bother ordering more color toner?Over time, print materials gradually lose their luster or don’t look as vibrant as usual. This may mean your printer needs some maintenance, or that you need to change the way you’re printing to reserve ink.Here’s our tips for color printing best practices:Consider...

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Why Five Star Service is Important for Your Business

Why Five Star Service is Important for Your Business

Do you often feel like just a number on a spreadsheet?Being a valued customer is important, especially when you have a print emergency that you need solved. When you’re partners with a company, you know you’re going to be taken care of. On the other hand, if you don’t have a printer repair company that you can trust, your printer issues will likely be much more frustrating.If yo...

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How MCS Can Be Your Ann Arbor Business Community Partner

How MCS Can Be Your Ann Arbor Business Community Partner

Are you tired of spending what feels like hours on hold with your printer manufacturer?Do you wish you could avoid spending valuable time tracking down packages?When you rely on a manufacturer to provide customer service and send ink and toner refills, you risk long wait times and poor customer service. If you’ve ever been frustrated about trying to track down a package or have felt like yo...

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Business Class Printers vs. Consumer Printers

Business Class Printers vs. Consumer Printers

If you’re a small business owner, you’ve probably weighed the cost of a business class printer or computer versus a small desktop printer from an office supply store.Even though the cost may be better for your bottom line, there’s a good reason home printers are cheaper! They’re less efficient, and their lifespans aren’t as long as business class printers. Even if yo...

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How to Choose the Right Business Class Printer

How to Choose the Right Business Class Printer

Are you a business owner trying to make a decision about new equipment for your office?Do you know the right type of printer for your staff to stay on top of projects?A traditional inkjet printer like the one you might have at home probably won’t cut it in the office. In fact, we often tell our customers that it’s simply not worth even repairing inkjet printers, as the cost to repair ...

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How Can a Printer Supplies Company Help Find Essential Items?

How Can a Printer Supplies Company Help Find Essential Items?

Are you tired of wasting time trying to track down office supplies, PPE, office equipment, or printer supplies?We know how frustrating it can be to deal with supply chain shortages when you’d rather be growing your business, providing service to your customers and clients, getting more leads, and increasing sales.We pride ourselves on being able to navigate the supply chain to find the item...

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Get Your Company on Track with Business and Printer Supplies

Get Your Company on Track with Business and Printer Supplies

Are you a new business owner getting ready to open your first brick-and-mortar store?Are you the owner of an established business but moving locations?Make sure you have everything in place for a successful opening! It can be stressful and you’ll probably leave at least one or two things off your list. Trying to manage everything alone can be frustrating, but what if you had another company...

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The Benefits of Toner Cartridge Recycling

The Benefits of Toner Cartridge Recycling

Do you go through a large amount of toner cartridges at your office every month?Are you looking for a more eco-friendly, sustainable way to get rid of them?Have you considered toner cartridge recycling?Used toner cartridges can accumulate quickly, especially if your business prints a lot of marketing materials, meeting agendas, or inter-office memos. If you’re struggling to find storage spa...

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How Toner Cartridge Recycling Can Help Improve Office Sustainability

How Toner Cartridge Recycling Can Help Improve Office Sustainability

Are you trying to make your office more sustainable?Have you considered toner cartridge recycling as a part of your overall sustainability plan?Besides in-office recycling programs, or switching from paper and plastic to reusable materials, you can also go green with the way you print at your company!There are several ways you can increase the green solutions in your office:Responsible paper sour...

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Step Up Your Custom Label Game with These Tips

Step Up Your Custom Label Game with These Tips

Did you know that 64% of consumers will buy a product based on packaging alone, according to a study by CBC?Do your product’s labels leave a positive impression on consumers?In a customer’s eyes, product labels are just as important as the product itself. Depending on your business and the services or products you provide, you can build your brand and make sure it lives on in the mind...

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The Importance of Using Food-Safe Adhesive Labels

The Importance of Using Food-Safe Adhesive Labels

Do you own a food-based small or medium-sized business?Do you have dreams of growing from just baking or cooking for friends and family to selling your products to the public?We love to help small businesses get a kick-start on their journey!When you’re thinking about packaging your goodies, it’s important that your custom labels comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reg...

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Build Your Small Business with Great Local Partners

Build Your Small Business with Great Local Partners

Are you a new business owner getting ready to open your first brick-and-mortar store?Are you the owner of an established business but moving locations?Make sure you have everything in place for a successful opening! It can be stressful and you’ll probably leave at least one or two things off your list. Trying to manage everything alone can be frustrating, but what if you had another company...

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How Important is Customer Service with Printer Repair?

How Important is Customer Service with Printer Repair?

Are you tired of spending what feels like hours on hold with your printer manufacturer?Do you wish you could avoid spending valuable time tracking down packages?When you rely on a manufacturer to provide customer service and send ink and toner refills, you risk long wait times and poor customer service. If you’ve ever been frustrated about trying to track down a package or have felt like yo...

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4 Reasons You Shouldn't Repair Your Own Printer

4 Reasons You Shouldn't Repair Your Own Printer

Having trouble with your printer and not sure what to do next?Thinking of doing your own printer repair?Trying to repair your printer but don’t have the experience?We understand how frustrating it can be to see an error message on your printer. And when money is tight, it can be tempting to pop the hood on your printer and try to dig in and fix it yourself. But the truth is, without the rig...

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Reasons You Should Hire Printer Repair Professionals

Reasons You Should Hire Printer Repair Professionals

Does your business rely heavily on printed paper copies?Is it a catastrophe when your printer breaks?It’s both time consuming and ineffective to try and fix a professional printer by yourself, if it’s not a normal part of your job. It’s understandable if you don’t want to spend the money to get it fixed, but here are a few reasons why that is the more effective option:Cost...

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Save Money on Ink and Toner with a Brother Color Printer

Save Money on Ink and Toner with a Brother Color Printer

Are you shopping for a cost-efficient color printer for your business?Are you overwhelmed by the cost of printer cartridges and ink that you spend each month?If you’re buying a new printer for your business needs, it’s not just the price tag of the unit itself you should be paying attention to!A Color Printer is Cost-Efficient if…… The price is right. While overall price...

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Best Color Printers for the Home and Business

Best Color Printers for the Home and Business

Are you a business owner looking to switch to a color laser printer?Are you looking for a solution that will save you money in the long term and be efficient for your business needs?The same printer you rely on for your business might also be a great addition for your home. Whether for your kids’ homework needs, or for when you’re working after hours, a Brother color printer is a grea...

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What’s the Difference Between Remanufactured Toner and Compatibles?

What’s the Difference Between Remanufactured Toner and Compatibles?

Have you ever wondered about the difference between remanufactured toner and compatible toner cartridges?Trying to make the best buying decision for your company?While there’s no distinction in print quality based on manufacturing type (compatible vs. remanufactured vs. original equipment manufacturer (OEM), there are differences across various brands and manufacturers owing to the manufact...

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Tired of Bad Customer Service? Switch to a Local Printer Supply Company

Tired of Bad Customer Service? Switch to a Local Printer Supply Company

Are you tired of spending what feels like hours on hold with your printer manufacturer?Do you wish you could avoid spending valuable time tracking down packages?When you rely on a manufacturer to provide customer service and send ink and toner refills, you risk long wait times and poor customer service. If you’ve ever been frustrated about trying to track down a package or have felt like yo...

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What to Look for in a Printer Repair Company

What to Look for in a Printer Repair Company

Are printer issues slowing down your office?Do you get tired of dealing with paper jams or streaky prints day after day?If you’ve troubleshooted to the best of your ability but still aren’t able to fix annoying printer issues, it’s time to call the pros. How can you be sure the printer repair company you’re hiring is reputable and will fix the problem correctly the first t...

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Printer Repair for Your Ann Arbor Business: Worth the Cost?

Printer Repair for Your Ann Arbor Business: Worth the Cost?

Are you trying to decide if your home or office printer is worth repairing?Does your printer still fit your needs, or do you think you need to buy a new one?The right printer for your business can be a big expense. How do you know if it’s time to replace your printer? How long do inkjet printers last?Here are our recommendations:Generally, the average lifespan of an inkjet printer is around...

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Improve Efficiency with Business Solutions in Ann Arbor from MCS

Improve Efficiency with Business Solutions in Ann Arbor from MCS

Are you tired of wasting time trying to track down office supplies, PPE, office equipment, or printer supplies?We know how frustrating it can be to deal with supply chain shortages when you’d rather be growing your business, providing service to your customers and clients, getting more leads, and increasing sales.Let us do the heavy lifting for you! When you’re running a business, you...

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Opening a New Business? Organize Your Inventory First!

Opening a New Business? Organize Your Inventory First!

Are you a new business owner getting ready to open your first brick-and-mortar store?Are you the owner of an established business but moving locations?Make sure you have everything in place for a successful opening! It can be stressful and you’ll probably leave at least one or two things off your list. Trying to manage everything alone can be frustrating, but what if you had another company...

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Add Printer Repair to Your Monthly Maintenance Checklist

Add Printer Repair to Your Monthly Maintenance Checklist

Are you dealing with persistent error messages from your printer?Do you feel like your printer is running slow?Scheduling monthly maintenance on your business printer can help prevent future problems and performance errors! If you own or manage a business that relies on printing, you know how much of an expense your equipment, toner cartridges, and paper can be. You also know how frustrating...

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How a Printer Repair Service Can Help with All Your Business Needs

How a Printer Repair Service Can Help with All Your Business Needs

Do you feel like your printer is constantly out of commission?Are your printing costs out of control?Business printers require more care and maintenance than the average household printer. What’s your protocol for when the office printer presents an error message?When you work with a printer repair service provider in Ann Arbor, you won’t have to worry about Googling how to repair you...

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Local Printer Supplies Company Wants to Help You Make the Best Tech Choice

Local Printer Supplies Company Wants to Help You Make the Best Tech Choice

Do you have a hard time buying computer equipment and supplies for your office?Do you feel like you’re not sure what all the technical terms mean and have a hard time making a decision about which products to purchase?Purchasing new technology and office supplies is intimidating!  At Michigan Computer Supplies, we want to help you make the best tech investment.What We Can do For YouWe ...

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Custom Labels Make Your Brand Stick out Among the Competition

Custom Labels Make Your Brand Stick out Among the Competition

Custom labels are a unique marketing solution that can really make a difference for your business, no matter what type of product you’re selling, or services you provide.Custom labels and stickers can be used for…Promoting upcoming sales or events by sticking a label to an envelope or invoiceReminding customers of uncommon products with “Did you know that we offer XYZ?” l...

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Improve Your Marketing with Custom Labels

Improve Your Marketing with Custom Labels

Having a hard time getting your unique product offering to take off?If your products aren’t flying off the shelves, rebranding could be the answer. Custom labels make your product stand out among the competition and could be the difference between a sale or someone putting an item back on the shelf.Do you want to be associated with high-end products? Are you community minded, environmentall...

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Repairing Your Home Printer? Read This First!

Repairing Your Home Printer? Read This First!

Do you have a home printer that never seems to work correctly?Do you spend more time fixing paper jams and streaky ink than you do printing documents you need for work or school?Now that we’re all spending more time at home and our kitchens and dens have transitioned into home offices, you might be noticing that your home inkjet printer isn’t as up to par as you thought it was.How do ...

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Is it Worth Repairing Your Home Office Printer?

Is it Worth Repairing Your Home Office Printer?

Are you trying to decide if your home or office printer is worth repairing? Does your printer still fit your needs, or do you think you need to buy a new one?With more and more of us working from home these days, it’s not surprising that more of us are investing in computers, printers, and other office equipment. If you print often throughout the day, you know how frustrating it can be to h...

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Why Working with a Local Company for Printer Supplies is the Best Choice

Why Working with a Local Company for Printer Supplies is the Best Choice

Do you get frustrated working with a large printer or printer cartridge supplier? Do you often feel like just a number on a spreadsheet?Being a valued customer is important, especially when you have a print emergency that you need solved. When you’re partners with a company, you know you’re going to be taken care of. On the other hand, if you don’t have a printer repair company ...

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Get the Best Value for Your Money with Compatible Toner Cartridges

Get the Best Value for Your Money with Compatible Toner Cartridges

Are you sure you’re getting the best value for your money when buying printer cartridges? Most American consumers spend more money on replacement ink and toner than they do on their printer in the first place. If you avoid these common mistakes when buying, you could save a lot of money (and headaches):Don’t ignore the printer model or cartridge numbers! Every cartridge has a uni...

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Shop Local for OEM and Toner Cartridge Compatibles

Shop Local for OEM and Toner Cartridge Compatibles

Are your printing costs out of control?What are the benefits of using a compatible toner cartridge?How do you know if your printer/copier can use a compatible toner cartridge?You probably use your copier/printer for a variety of projects. The cost of replacing the brand-name/OEM (original equipment manufacturer) toner cartridge can add up. An option that many businesses should consider is compati...

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Tired of Waiting Days for Printer Supplies and Repair?

Tired of Waiting Days for Printer Supplies and Repair?

When you need help with tech issues like a malfunctioning printer, we know how frustrating it can be to spend hours on hold with the manufacturer or to deal with long shipping delays.These days, the supply chain is unreliable at best. What might typically be a three- to four-day shipping window may now be over a week, and when you need ink and toner or other printer supplies for your business, yo...

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Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with E-Waste Recycling

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with E-Waste Recycling

Consumers today are buying more electronics, and businesses are using more technology than ever.With faster and newer technologies and software being introduced every day, business owners are constantly upgrading their equipment, which can result in outdated monitors and printers sitting unused.How do you get rid of all that unused or underutilized equipment? Why choose recycling as your removal ...

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Celebrate Earth Day by Recycling E-Waste!

Celebrate Earth Day by Recycling E-Waste!

We all know that electronics aren’t made to last forever. Even the most well-made computers and other devices have a shelf life! So, what happens after they break down? How do you get rid of old electronics safely?E-waste is short for “electronic waste.” It’s and is trash that’s generated from broken, obsolete, or surplus electronic devices like computers, laptops, b...

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How Does Professional Printer Repair Work?

How Does Professional Printer Repair Work?

If you have a business-class printer, you’ve probably also had issues with your printer jamming or other issues at the most inopportune times.We put our business printers through the ringer on a daily basis, so it makes sense that they need a little more TLC to keep working reliably over time.What are your options when your printer displays a dreaded “error” message?You could fi...

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Printer Won't Print? Try This!

We get lots of calls from customers and frustrated business owners alike who are having trouble with their printers. Printer problems always seem to appear at the worst time!If you’ve got an important presentation or meeting on the schedule, you don’t have time to wait for a printer repair technician to come out. Here are a few of the most common print issues we hear about and ho...

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Schedule Maintenance for Your Printer and Avoid Printer Repairs

Schedule Maintenance for Your Printer and Avoid Printer Repairs

Are you maintaining your printer regularly?Have you noticed streaks on your printouts, excessive noise, or other printer issues popping up more than usual?At your office, you likely have at least one printer or copier. You might even have a large printer/copier combo that you use multiple times per day. Printers and copiers do a lot of hard work for your business all day long. To keep them functi...

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How a Printer Maintenance Plan Can Save You Time and Money

How a Printer Maintenance Plan Can Save You Time and Money

How often during a busy workday do you think about your printer?Between meetings, multiple tasks, phone calls, and emails, you likely use your printer often, but you may not think about it until it stops working.There are a few ways people deal with printer issues:Wait until an issue arises and then call a professionalKeep track of when you need to schedule serviceSet up a routine printer mainten...

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When is it Time to Replace Your Inkjet Printer?

When is it Time to Replace Your Inkjet Printer?

Does your printer no longer serve your needs?Is the print quality poor? Is the technology that drives your printer obsolete?There are a variety of factors you should consider before you replace your Inkjet printer.It’s wise to evaluate your options to ensure you’re making the right decision for you and your business. These are a few of the factors you should consider:Age of your print...

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What's the Difference Between Ink and Toner?

What's the Difference Between Ink and Toner?

Do you know the difference between ink and toner cartridges?Are you sure that you’re buying the right product for your printer?Knowing the difference is important. Ordering the wrong printer toner could cost you money in eventual repairs, or at the very least, the inconvenience of shipping un-used cartridges back to the manufacturer.Here are the basics:Ink cartridges contain liquid and are ...

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Cleaning Plan for Brother Color Printers

Cleaning Plan for Brother Color Printers

Are you tired of your printer producing low-quality printouts?Do you have frequent paper jams and streaky prints?It may be time to implement a regular cleaning plan for your Brother color printer! Poor printouts don’t always mean your machine is broken. Instead, issues may just mean that you’re neglecting your machine. Like a car, your printer requires constant maintenance.Here are fi...

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Why You Should Schedule Regular Cleanings for Your Printer

Why You Should Schedule Regular Cleanings for Your Printer

Have you noticed streaky prints from your Brother color printer?Are your documents or photos not coming out as crisp and sharp as you’d like?Is your printer generally starting to have issues and print poorly?These are all signs that you’re overdue for a printer cleaning. You could try to do it yourself, but printer cleaning can be messy and complicated if you don’t know what you...

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How to Trust Online Sellers

How to Trust Online Sellers

Let’s face it – trying to buy anything online these days can be daunting! Not only do you have to worry about high shipping prices and delayed shipping times, but learning who is reputable and who isn’t can be a pain, especially if you’ve been fooled before.You can buy such a wide variety of items online that almost no business owners are relying on brick-and-mortar stores...

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Everyday Essentials with Michigan Computer Supplies

Everyday Essentials with Michigan Computer Supplies

Are you having a hard time finding supplies you need to keep your business running?Do you notice that items you order online are taking longer than usual?All across the country, businesses are seeing delays due to the supply chain. As a business owner, this can be really frustrating, especially when you rely on regular shipments of printer supplies, miscellaneous office supplies, PPE, and other e...

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DIY Printer Repair Hacks

Are you frustrated with your printer?Tired of not being able to rely on your printer?Tired of not being able to get clear documents when you need them?We understand your frustration. We can help make your life a little easier. Repairing your printer on your own can save you money, but having the pros fix it will save you many potential headaches.Before you call in the experts, try these tips firs...

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Avoid Replacing Expensive Printer Parts

Are you tired of spending money each month on costly printer parts?Are you investing more in replacement parts than you are in print marketing?Having a reliable printer is essential for any business. The smallest paper jam or streaky ink issue can be a huge headache, and if you’re consistently having issues with your printer, we know how annoying it can be.You can avoid spending your entire...

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How to Make a Barcode Inventory System for Your Small Business

As your business grows and products are added to your inventory, bookkeeping by hand becomes more inefficient and error prone. Speed up check outs and inventory management by implementing a barcode system for tracking your goods!With a barcode inventory system, your inventory is continually updated as new items come in or go out. There’s no need to perform time-consuming inventory checks by...

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Using Color Prints to Optimize Marketing Efforts

Using Color Prints to Optimize Marketing Efforts

Are you trying to grow your business and stand out among the competition in your community?Do you want to have Instagram-worthy marketing materials in your store?Color printing is so important to businesses trying to make a great first impression. If your printer can’t handle it, you may have to spend money using a professional printing service, which could have a negative impact on your ov...

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5 Ways to Improve Color Print Quality

5 Ways to Improve Color Print Quality

Are you trying to figure out if you can save money by printing in black and white?Trying to justify ordering more color toner cartridges?What can color printing really do for your business?Printing documents can help to amplify your marketing and sales, and color printing can further express your brand and the values behind it.If you’re printing multiple materials per day, you may notice th...

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Does Your Return to Work Plan Include E-Waste Recycling?

Does Your Return to Work Plan Include E-Waste Recycling?

Are you and your staff returning to the office after nearly a year of working from home due to the pandemic?Is your entire team returning, or only a few? Are you working on a hybrid schedule?As a business owner, these are big decisions. One decision that might be overlooked is whether or not you have monitors, laptops, printers, and ink cartridges that aren’t going to be used anymore, and i...

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E-Waste Recycling: Reduce Your Carbon Footprint!

E-Waste Recycling: Reduce Your Carbon Footprint!

Consumers today are buying more electronics, and businesses are using more technology than ever.With faster and newer technologies and software being introduced every day, business owners are constantly upgrading their equipment, which can result in outdated monitors and printers sitting unused.How do you get rid of all that unused or underutilized equipment? Why choose recycling as your removal ...

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Is it Worth Repairing Your Inkjet Printer?

Is it Worth Repairing Your Inkjet Printer?

Having a reliable printer is essential for any business. The smallest paper jam or streaky ink issue can be a huge headache, and if you’re consistently having issues with your inkjet printer, we know how annoying it can be. So, the decision comes down to getting your printer repaired, or replacing it altogether. How do you decide? MCS can help! Like cars, plumbing, or heating, it is di...

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Inkjet Printers: Lifespan and Repair Tips

Inkjet Printers: Lifespan and Repair Tips

Are you trying to decide if your home or office printer is worth repairing? Does your printer still fit your needs, or do you think you need to buy a new one?Especially for businesses, the right printer can be a big expense. It’s tempting to continue repairing an older printer, but you could be throwing money away! How do you know if it’s time to replace your printer? How long do inkj...

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How to Print for Less

How to Print for Less

Are you always buying new ink?Are printing materials your biggest workplace expense?Ink and other printer materials can be expensive, especially for businesses. Unfortunately, many businesses don’t think to about how much is spent yearly in printing costs, and the majority of costly printing errors can be easily fixed.Here are some tips to reduce the cost of printing:Save Paper ‒ Preview ...

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Trust Local Partners for Printer Repair

Trust Local Partners for Printer Repair

Have you recently had repairs done to your business-class printer but were unsatisfied with their customer service?Did you have to wait a long time for someone to speak with you, or to get the problem resolved?As a small business owner, it’s frustrating when your business is ground to a halt because of a small issue like a jammed printer, or streaky printing.As the owner, you don’t wa...

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Grow Your Small Business by Partnering with Local Services

Grow Your Small Business by Partnering with Local Services

Do you own a small business in Ann Arbor?Are you an entrepreneur, or work out of your home due to COVID?Small businesses have taken a hit in the last year, but 2021 could be your best year yet! If you’re looking for a way to make your processes more efficient or to network with other small businesses, consider partnering with local, family-owned businesses for your everyday needs!Michigan C...

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Elevate Your Business with Custom Labels

Elevate Your Business with Custom Labels

Having a hard time getting your unique product offering to take off?If your products aren’t flying off the shelves, rebranding could be the answer. Custom labels make your product stand out among the competition, and could be the difference between a sale or someone putting an item back on the shelf.In today’s world where more shopping is being done online and through social media, it...

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Prepare Your Business for Success with Thermal Barcode Labels

Prepare Your Business for Success with Thermal Barcode Labels

Are you a new business just starting out?Are you an entrepreneur finally leaving corporate America to begin the business you truly love?You're in business because you excel at what you do.  The management function of your business may or may not be your "gig," but we all know it must be done.  If you're a locally owned business, this work most likely falls on your shou...

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How to Know if Your Home Printer is Worth Repairing

How to Know if Your Home Printer is Worth Repairing

Do you have a home printer that never seems to work correctly?Do you spend more time fixing paper jams and streaky ink than you do printing documents you need for work or school?Now that we’re all spending more time at home and our kitchens and dens have transitioned into home offices, you might be noticing that your home inkjet printer isn’t as up to par as you thought it was.How do ...

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Printer Repair Service Checklist

Printer Repair Service Checklist

Have you transitioned to working from home since the pandemic hit?Does it look like you’re going to be working and printing office documents remotely for the foreseeable future?Working from home has its pros – no commute, sweatpants, endless coffee… but the cons include technology problems that you have to solve on your own with remote help from an IT person.If you have printer...

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How Do You Rate Your Printer Repair Service?

How Do You Rate Your Printer Repair Service?

When a printer breaks down in your office, does it slow your workday down to a crawl?Do you rely on paper materials for marketing, new client/customer meetings, or for employees?We know how frustrating it can be when your printer doesn’t work like it’s supposed to. Whether it’s a software issue, or streaky prints, you can’t afford to lose even an hour of work.You want your...

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Things to Look for When Hiring On-Site Printer Repair

Things to Look for When Hiring On-Site Printer Repair

Are printer issues slowing down your office?Do you get tired of dealing with paper jams or streaky prints day after day?If you’ve troubleshooted to the best of your ability but still aren’t able to fix annoying printer issues, it’s time to call the pros. How can you be sure the company you’re hiring is reputable and will fix the problem correctly the first time?Make sure y...

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Tips for Saving Money on Printer Ink

Tips for Saving Money on Printer Ink

Have you ever broken down exactly how much money you’re paying for printer ink and cartridges?Out of all your business expenses, have you considered ways to cut down on how much you’re spending monthly on cartridges?Think of it this way: according to Consumer Reports, gasoline costs an average of four cents per ounce, but printer ink costs an average of fifty dollars an ounce! If you&...

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How Long Should Your Office Printer Last?

How Long Should Your Office Printer Last?

As 2020 comes to a close, are you budgeting for new office equipment?Do you wonder if it’s time to buy a new printer or copier for your business?A new copier or printer (or combination of both) is a big investment. Before you make a decision, you want to make sure your current machine is absolutely in need of replacement.Manufacturers usually give a blanket statement that their printers sho...

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Help Boost Your Local Economy By Shopping Local for Printer Supplies

This year as businesses have closed, reopened, and closed again, we’ve heard a lot about shopping local or shopping small.2020 has been tough for small businesses, and as one ourselves, MCS feels your pain. We know what it’s like to make tough decisions, but we also know how important it is to create relationships and support other local businesses.As a business owner, you have a lot ...

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Shop Local for Printer Ink in Ann Arbor

Shop Local for Printer Ink in Ann Arbor

Are you looking for a new vendor for printer ink, printer maintenance, and printer repair?Shopping at big box stores for your printer ink might mean you can buy in bulk, but have you ever been unhappy with the speed of your delivery, or the quality of customer service?There are so many benefits to shopping local for printer ink including:Fast and friendly delivery serviceTalking to a real person ...

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Grow Your Local Business with Printer Repair and Maintenance

Grow Your Local Business with Printer Repair and Maintenance

Are you working with a big printer cartridge company and you don’t feel like your needs are being met?Do you want to be more than just an account number to your supplier?If you have a printing emergency, can you get it resolved quickly?As a small business ourselves, we know how frustrating it can be when you need help and you can’t rely on your supplier or vendor for quick results and...

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How Shopping Local Can Grow Your Business

Are you a small business owner in Washtenaw County?Are you looking for more ways to streamline your processes at the office?If supporting local businesses like your own is a priority for you, we know how important it is to make sure that the businesses you work with are not only good at what they do, but are owned and operated by good people, too.Choosing a local business rather than a big box st...

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Classroom PPE Made Easier with MCS

Classroom PPE Made Easier with MCS

Returning to school in fall 2020 poses new challenges for schools, including social distancing, cleaning and disinfection, hand hygiene, and use of masks.If your district is reopening for the fall semester, we know there’s a lot to worry about. As a teacher or administrator, you want to be sure you’re doing everything you can to keep your students and colleagues healthyAccording to th...

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Stay Safe in the Classroom with PPE

Stay Safe in the Classroom with PPE

Are you getting ready for back to school season? This year it looks different than ever before! If your kids are going back to school in-person in the fall, you want to be sure that they’ll be safe and protected when they get there.As an administrator or teacher, having essential personal protective equipment for you and your students is important as we all navigate this unprecedented ...

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Best Solutions for Sustainability in Printing

Best Solutions for Sustainability in Printing

Sustainability has been at the forefront of business in recent years, and many companies are looking for ways to become more eco-friendly.Besides in-office recycling programs, or switching from paper and plastic to reusable materials, you can also go green with the way you print!There are several ways you can increase the green printing solutions in your office:Responsible paper sourcing: Make su...

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Ways to Reduce the Environmental Impact of Printing

Ways to Reduce the Environmental Impact of Printing

Are you trying to reduce your office’s carbon footprint?Do you know if it’s possible for your company to go green and save money at the same time?We’re all aware of the human impact on the environment, and as a business owner, you’ve probably been taking steps to make your workplace eco-friendlier.Simple steps like working remotely when possible, reducing energy consumptio...

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Tips for Printing Great Photos at Home

Tips for Printing Great Photos at Home

Are you the self-appointed family photographer?Do you love to capture moments with your kids, your friends, and your colleagues?If you love taking photos, you probably also love to print them and give them as gifts, or use them as décor for your own home. How can you print amazing photos at home from your phone or tablet? Easy!Use photo paper. Photographers love matte photo paper for a tra...

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How to Print Great Photos from Your Smartphone or Tablet

How to Print Great Photos from Your Smartphone or Tablet

Did you know that almost three quarters of internet users will access the web via smartphones only by 2025, according to a study by the World Advertising Research Center?You’ve probably already seen this in your everyday life – think of how much Googling, reading, and learning you do on your phone!When is the last time you used a digital camera? Your phone is likely filled with photos...

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The Importance of Personal Protective Equipment in the Office

The Importance of Personal Protective Equipment in the Office

You’ve likely heard a lot about personal protective equipment (or PPE) over the last few months as COVID-19 has spread across the country.PPE protects its user against many forms of physical harm or hazards in the workplace. Industries like manufacturing and mining have been using PPE as preventative measures to keep employees safe, and now PPE like hand sanitizer, masks, gloves, and face s...

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Keep Your Employees and Customers Safe with PPE for Your Ann Arbor Business

Keep Your Employees and Customers Safe with PPE for Your Ann Arbor Business

Are you getting ready to re-open your business after being closed because of COVID-19?Part of our commitment to the Ann Arbor community is making sure our customers and neighbors have the supplies they need – not only to keep their offices and printers up and running, but to keep themselves and their customers safe.Following CDC guidelines as businesses begin to reopen is crucial as we cont...

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The Importance of Recycling Toner Cartridges

Working on a recycling plan is a great way to get employees involved in making your small business more eco-friendly! Not only will this practice save you money over time, but it’s a great way to create good press for your business, and to do your part to help our environment.When your toner cartridges are empty and the time to dispose them arrives, you might be wondering how to do it ...

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How to Recycle Toner Cartridges in Large Batches

Do you go through a large amount of toner cartridges at your office every month?Are you looking for a more eco-friendly, sustainable way to get rid of them?Have you considered toner cartridge recycling?Used toner cartridges can accumulate quickly, especially if your business prints a lot of marketing materials, meeting agendas, or inter-office memos. If you’re struggling to find storage spa...

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How to Find Reliable Low-Cost Printer Ink

How to Find Reliable Low-Cost Printer Ink

Are you trying to save money on the total cost of printer ink for your small business?Are the options available online too overwhelming? How do you know you’ve found a brand you can trust?Buying printer ink is a necessity for every office, even if you’re not regularly printing meeting materials or marketing materials. Someone in your office eventually will need to print something. The...

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Common Mistakes When Buying Printer Ink Cartridges

Common Mistakes When Buying Printer Ink Cartridges

Did you know that most consumers spend more money on replacement ink and toner than they do on printers?Printer cartridges aren’t cheap, and a lot of money can be saved by avoiding the common mistakes that people make when they shop. If you want to make sure you’re getting the best value for your money, consider the following: Don’t ignore cartridge numbers or the prin...

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Michigan Computer Supplies - COVID-19

In an effort to promote mitigation, social distancing, and help flatten the curve, MCS is taking some precautions. We'll be staggering human capital and only one of us will be in the office at a time over the next two weeks.We're also trying to limit deliveries to keep our customers and our own families safe during this time. All ink and toner will be shipped FREE of charge and delivered ...

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Choosing the Right Barcode Labels for Your Business

Choosing the Right Barcode Labels for Your Business

Are you trying to improve the efficiency and functionality of your business using thermal barcode labels?Do you have quarterly inventory to complete, or new products to get on the shelves for customers?Choosing the right type of barcode for your business depends on what you’re labeling, how long you need it to be readable, how the label will be applied, and the environment where it will be ...

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Thermal Transfer Label Printers and How They Work

Thermal Transfer Label Printers and How They Work

Do you use barcodes and data collection for your business?Are you considering using labels as a way to make inventory easy and more efficient?Thermal label printers are essential if you want to make thermal barcode labels part of your everyday inventorying processes. This type of printer creates labels and signs by melting wax or resin-based “ink” onto paper, and create smear-proof im...

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Repair or Replace: Solving Common Printer Problems

Repair or Replace: Solving Common Printer Problems

Your business uses its printer at least once a day, more if you’re having meetings, or in a business that requires high-quality images and text.You need to know your printer is going to work when you need it to! If your printer has been having issues lately, you might be at your wit’s end. So how do you decide if it’s time to replace your printer? What if a few repairs could sav...

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The Three Biggest Printer Problems and Solutions

The Three Biggest Printer Problems and Solutions

A printer is often one of the most used business devices. Printers can present so many problems – from streaky printouts, to paper jams – and when your printer doesn’t work the way it’s supposed to, it can be incredibly frustrating.While some printer problems are too technical for you to handle without a professional printer repair service, you might be able to fix some of...

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Ink vs. Toner: What's the Difference?

You know how frustrating it is when your printer stops working in the middle of the day.When you have a project due, or marketing materials that need to get out to customers and clients, you want a printer and printer cartridges that you can rely on to get the job done.Do you know enough about the options for printer cartridges to make a good investment for your company?You might be wondering:Wha...

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Top 12 Eco-Friendly Printing Practices for Your Office

The workplace can sometimes seem completely at odds with the eco-friendly movement. The number of electronics and amount of paper generated can seem overwhelming. Not to mention chemicals and toner. Looking around your office, maybe you’ve wondered:How can we cut down on paper waste?Is our toner usage harmful to the environment?Wow, we have a lot of lights and electronics! What can we do to...

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Use Custom Labels to Make Your Brand Stick with Consumers

Use Custom Labels to Make Your Brand Stick with Consumers

Are you finding it difficult to get your brand name to stick with potential customers?Are you looking for an affordable yet impactful solution?Custom labels are a unique marketing solution that can really make a difference for your business, no matter what type of product you’re selling, or services you provide.Custom labels and stickers can be used for…Promoting upcoming sales or ev...

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Make Your Brand Stand Out with Custom Labels

Make Your Brand Stand Out with Custom Labels

In a customer’s eyes, product labels are just as important as the product itself.Did you know that 64% of consumers will buy a product based on packaging alone, according to a study by CBC?Do your product’s labels leave a positive impression on consumers?Custom labels for your Ann Arbor business can make your product stand out among the competition, and help ensure that your brand bec...

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Inkjet vs. Laser: Which Printer Type is Right for You?

Inkjet vs. Laser: Which Printer Type is Right for You?

Are you buying a new printer for your business? Are you stuck at a crossroads trying to decide between an inkjet printer and laser printer?Are you worried you don’t even know the main differences between the two?You’re not alone! One of the top searches on Google in the printing industry is “what’s the difference between inkjet and laser printer”. Consumers have been...

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Cost of Color vs. Monochrome (Black and White) Printing

Cost of Color vs. Monochrome (Black and White) Printing

Did you know that even with all the advancements in technology, the costliest activity in a professional setting is printing?Collaboration tools and document management systems have advanced printing, but have not stopped the use of paper and printer cartridges, which can be really expensive, especially if your business relies on print materials to grow, like fliers, brochures, or info packets.Ha...

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Laptop vs. Desktop PC for Business

Are you looking for a computer for your business that can better handle all your needs?Is your current computer too slow, too inefficient, or doesn’t have enough memory?Do you want to upgrade your laptop or computer, but are overwhelmed by all of the choices available on the market today?As a business owner, you have many decisions to make throughout the day. You shouldn’t be worrying...

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Best Laptops for Business in 2019

Are you a business owner looking to buy an entire fleet of laptops for your employees?Are you a small-business owner or entrepreneur buying a good-quality, productive laptop for yourself?There are so many options available, it can be difficult to know which laptop is the best choice for your business. You want a reliable, efficient machine that can handle all your needs.Best Overall Laptop &ndash...

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The Difference Between Wide Format and Production Printers

Are you trying to decide between printer models for your business?Do you have all the info you need to pick out a printer that will keep up with the demand in your workplace?When it comes time to print a project for your business, you need to have a printer you can rely on for high-quality, professional looking print-outs. Using the correct printer is essential!Production Printers vs. Wide-Format...

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Choosing the Right High Production Printer for Your Business

Choosing the Right High Production Printer for Your Business

Does your business rely on print materials for every day operations?Do you have a printer that can produce high resolution graphics, professional marketing materials, proposals, and more?Here’s what you need to know before you consider purchasing a high production printer:What’s the difference between a high production printer and a normal printer?A production printer is a high-volume...

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How to Choose the Right Paper for Your Print Outs

How to Choose the Right Paper for Your Print Outs

Do you run a business that uses a lot of print materials for marketing and presentations?Do you want to make your letterhead, inter-office memos, and other print materials look more professional and well thought out?The answer could be in the paper you’re using!Even though digital technology is on the rise, paper is still important! Even with the most up-to-date printer parts and software, ...

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Guide to Successful Professional Printing

Guide to Successful Professional Printing

Does your business print materials for meetings, presentations, or proposals?Do you rely on high-quality printing to set your business apart from the competition?Printing for your business is important. You want to show that you put enough thought and care into how you present yourself and your company. After all, professional printing takes more than just a decent letterhead and well written cop...

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The Best Way to Dispose of Toner Cartridges

The Best Way to Dispose of Toner Cartridges

You’ve just replaced the ink cartridge in your office computer. Do you know the safest way to get rid of your waste?If you’re like most businesses, you generate e-waste on a regular basis. Perhaps you’ve been storing your e-waste until you find a suitable, inexpensive source for disposal.Here are 3 ways to dispose of toner cartridges correctly and safely:Contact the manufacturer...

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Recycling 101: Toner Cartridges

Recycling 101: Toner Cartridges

Is your office attempting to go green in 2019?Are you looking for more ways you can cut down on trash and other waste as you move towards making your business more environmentally-friendly?There might be something you’re overlooking - recycling your printer cartridges!According to Earth 911, “more than 500 million printer cartridges are sold each year in the United States, and more th...

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Reasons to Change Your Toner Frequently

Reasons to Change Your Toner Frequently

Do you work in an office that prints materials in high volumes?Are you constantly spending money on printer repairs? Are you and your team struggling to stay efficient because of wait times due to broken down printers?In a big or small office, many people use the printer daily. If you’re a larger business, you likely have more than one printer to accommodate your needs. Since many people ar...

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Why Regular Printer Repairs are Necessary

Why Regular Printer Repairs are Necessary

Are you maintaining your printer regularly?Have you noticed streaks on your printouts, excessive noise, or other printer issues popping up more than usual?At your office, you likely have at least one printer or copier. You might even have a large printer/copier combo that you use multiple times per day. Printers and copiers do a lot of hard work for your business all day long. To keep them functi...

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Create a Safer Work Environment by Printing Up-to-Code Safety Labels for Your Ann Arbor Business!

Create a Safer Work Environment by Printing Up-to-Code Safety Labels for Your Ann Arbor Business!

Do you have large machinery, chemicals, or fire equipment on site? Stay up to code with proper safety labels for your Ann Arbor area business!We’ll help you stay up to code! Do you own a business that needs updated labels? Are you opening a new location that needs to start over from scratch with fresh new safety labels? Contractors, plumbers, construction companies, auto body shops and...

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Save Money on Ink and Toner with a Brother Color Printer

Are you shopping for a cost-efficient color printer for your business?Are you overwhelmed by the cost of printer cartridges and ink that you spend each month?If you’re buying a new printer for your business needs, it’s not just the price tag of the unit itself you should be paying attention to!A Color Printer is Cost-Efficient if…… The price is right. While overall price...

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Best Color Printers for the Home and Business

Best Color Printers for the Home and Business

Are you a business owner looking to switch to a color laser printer?Are you looking for a solution that will save you money in the long term and be efficient for your business needs?The same printer you rely on for your business might also be a great addition for your home. Whether for your kids’ homework needs, or for when you’re working after hours, a Brother color printer is a grea...

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Nationwide Service with a Local Feel

Nationwide Service with a Local Feel

Are you working with a big, national printer cartridge company and do you feel like a number?Do you want more from the company you work with?Who would you call if you had a print emergency?Imagine this … It’s Thursday morning and you’ve just completed the finishing touches on your presentation for a marketing event that evening. “It’s finally ready to print!” ...

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Waiting for a Sign? This is what Your Printer Needs You to Know!

Waiting for a Sign? This is what Your Printer Needs You to Know!

Does my printer need regular maintenance?Does printer maintenance include the replacement of printer parts? What’s in a printer maintenance kit? “This printer was working fine an hour ago. What’s going on? I can’t read this document and I just replaced the toner,” you exclaim. You see a non-descript status message on the printer dashboard that originally sh...

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Printer Repair Made Easy: Simple Solutions to Common Printer Problems

Printer Repair Made Easy: Simple Solutions to Common Printer Problems

Today’s the day! At 4pm, you’re presenting a proposal to a prospective client that could have a huge positive impact on the future of your business. All you need to do is print the final proposal – yep, print the final… “Ugh! What’s wrong with this printer?” you exclaim, “I need to print this NOW!” Sound like a problem you’ve ...

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The Unassuming Compatible Toner Cartridge: A New Perspective

The Unassuming Compatible Toner Cartridge: A New Perspective

Are your printing costs out of control?What are the benefits of using a compatible toner cartridge?How do you know if your printer/copier can use a compatible toner cartridge?You probably use your copier/printer for a variety of projects. The cost of replacing the brand-name/OEM (original equipment manufacturer) toner cartridge can add up. An option that many businesses should consider is compati...

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How Big is Your Environmental Footprint? Learn the Benefits of Toner Cartridge Recycling in Ann Arbor!

How Big is Your Environmental Footprint? Learn the Benefits of Toner Cartridge Recycling in Ann Arbor!

Are you trying to reduce your environmental footprint?Is it possible for your company to go green AND save money?Are you looking for FREE e-waste disposal?Reduce Your Environmental FootprintIf you’re like most businesses, you generate e-waste on a regular basis. Perhaps you’ve been storing your e-waste until you find a suitable, inexpensive source for disposal. One day you’ll fi...

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Printer Cartridges: Not All are Created Equal

Printer Cartridges: Not All are Created Equal

What’s the difference between a laser printer and an inkjet printer?Is there difference between toner and ink?Is there a difference between the cost of toner and ink?When your office printer decides to stop working in the middle of a project and you seek out new options for a new printer, the number of options and the technical terms can be overwhelming. The most common reply to your questi...

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Promote Your Ann Arbor Business with Custom Adhesive Labels

Promote Your Ann Arbor Business with Custom Adhesive Labels

Do you want to boost your marketing campaign? Are you eager to tap into a new audience?Want to generate excitement for your brand?“We are getting the word out there,” you say, “but we’re still not “known.”  “People don’t seek us out as a brand.  Our sales are lagging on our other great products.”Wouldn’t it be great to att...

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Thermal Barcode Labels in Ann Arbor

Thermal Barcode Labels in Ann Arbor

Is your business prepared for success? Do the words "accounting," "inventory," and "accounts payable" make you shudder? Do you ever think "there must be a better way to manage my inventory"? ...

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Grow Your Local Business with Custom Labels

Grow Your Local Business with Custom Labels

Could custom labels help my business?Are custom labels worth the cost?I don’t have much storage space for labels. How quickly will they be delivered?Your time is valuable. We could all use more hours each day. Why not take advantage of the benefits that custom labels can provide for you and your staff? Custom labels are hugely helpful when you run and market a local business. They can perfo...

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The MCS Difference

The MCS Difference

You may have once tried a refilled toner cartridge and had a horrible experience.  The refilled toner cartridge either didn’t work, or worse, it damaged your printer.  Plus, if you ordered it from a fly by night online retailer, it was probably impossible to get your money refunded.  You may have even tried a “drill and fill” store that will refill toner cartridge...

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Toner 101

Toner 101

Do you know the difference between compatible toner cartridges and OEM toner cartridges? What about refilled, re-manufactured and refurbished cartridges?We’re sharing the basics with you below in Toner 101!OEM Toner Cartridges – These letters stand for original equipment manufacturer. So, if you're using a Hewlett Packard (HP) printer, there's a special HP printer cartrid...

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