Consumers are increasingly looking to do business with sustainable brands. One study from Unilever found that 33 percent of consumers choose businesses that are socially and environmentally sustainable, and Sustainable Brands reports that 86 percent of the market expect companies to have an environmental conscious. As a result, when you’re looking for unique growth strategies, improving your operations through environmentally friendly business decisions and technology can reduce your environmental footprint while giving a boost to your bottom line. Here’s a closer look at five strategies organizations are using to reduce waste, save energy and connect with consumers seeking eco-conscious brands.

1. Using smart technologies in the office

Have you ever been engaged in a battle over the thermostat with your office mate, or been frustrated to find that the lights were left on in conference rooms over the weekend? Smart technologies are giving companies an edge. Automated thermostats can keep temperatures at a steady burn while businesses are occupied, and then drop the temperature when no one is in the office. Sensors can be used to detect motion and turn lights on only when people are moving around the office. One source reports that smart technology can reduce energy consumption by 30 percent — and, used consistently, that can have a big impact on the bottom line.

2. Shifting to digital signage

A shift to new technology has changed the way businesses think about signage. Digital signage is agile and allows organizations to remain dynamic in today’s age of fast-changing creative and campaigns. According to Digital Signage Today, shifting to digital signs can help companies save money and reduce their environmental impact. One of the most flexible and environmentally friendly options is projection. From brand-level signage to product and creative campaigns, projections allows you to continually evolve your in-store signage and branding in an efficient and environmentally friendly way.

3. Being aware of energy vampires

It’s not always the big appliances that drive your energy usage. Much of the energy used today is from so-called energy vampires: the computer left on over the weekend, the water cooler humming away when no one is in the office, or the display screen that’s perpetually on. By looking for technology that can be set on a timer, it’s possible to strategically minimize this “vampire” load. Smart power strips that turn off when the devices plugged in aren’t being used can also help. Finally, don’t underestimate the power of a good training program. Reminding your team to turn things off when they’re not in the office or to use power-saving modes can have a positive impact on energy use.

4. Looking at procurement policies

The way your business handles its buying and disposal policies can have a significant impact on both your footprint and your profits. Does your company look at sustainability as part of the procurement process? 

Regularly upgrading your equipment helps keep your company current. Have a strategy that helps repurpose older furniture or computers your company is getting rid of. Waste360 estimates that 8.5 million tons of furniture is disposed of annually. Reselling or donating equipment can benefit others. Many cities and states run programs local businesses can take part in.

5. Evaluating business processes for environmental opportunities

Increasingly, companies are analyzing their business processes to save money and cut down their environmental impact. Consider how tools such as projectors can be used during company training sessions, creating immersive environments and reducing printing needs. Tools such as video conferencing and collaborative software are help limit company-related travel while keeping business moving forward. The biggest impact for growing organizations comes from looking at the way processes are engineered and decisions are made. Is there an environmentally savvy alternative to your current approach?

Organizations are finding that being environmentally conscious isn’t just good for the planet — it’s helping attract customers who want to do business with companies stewarding the environment. On another level, by saving money, reducing wastes and finding smart alternatives to expensive equipment, businesses are increasing their profits to reinvest back into their companies in meaningful ways.

Everyone had their eye (literally) on digital signage in 2020 during worldwide lockdowns. Now, the technology has been cast as a leading role in back-to-work and back-to-school efforts. Growth is stemming from increased demand for on-premise and out-of-home communications — especially, according to AVIXA, to support new health and security protocols. 

Before understanding how digital signage can help in the “great return,” recognize that the market dynamics of digital signage differ from other AV verticals’. With a boom in digital signage last year came confusion among resellers and AV integrators as to the best go-to-market strategies. Rather than looking at digital signage as another vertical market, think of it as a set of technology tools that address customer communication needs.

A few digital signage variations we’ve seen (and we predict further materializing) to help schools, businesses and more open back up:

• Contactless messaging in public spaces. 2020 laid forth a heightened need for better large-format digital messaging in public spaces, like visitor management kiosks that share messages of health and safety or even just news. An unexpected comeback while we explored touchless solutions? Quick Response (QR) Codes. Although QR Codes aren’t new, they’re facing a resurgence as customers seek contactless technology. Picture these on check-in kiosks or digital screens in public environments, allowing the user to access the control panel and information on their own device rather than on the shared one. Touchless peripherals with built-in sensors — which can often be added to existing media players — can also enable contactless experiences. Sensors allow AV/IT to easily convert customers’ existing touch screens for frictionless, touch-free interactions, triggered by gesture or movement.
• Interactive wayfinding displays can help reduce overcrowded spaces, like travel hubs, enabling passengers or visitors to get to their final destination quicker. Wayfinding signage can showcase building capacity and improve flow for high-traffic pathways. Better yet, consider a signage solution with built-in hand sanitizer stations.
• Bridging physical security and digital signage. New solutions in retail are addressing a previous divide between physical security and digital signage. The retail market is quickly combining digital signage with wayfinding and/or marketing messaging, as well as with building access technology such as health screening or other forms of visitor management.
• Projection everywhere. Video projectors, like Epson’s LightScene, allow you to project video onto any surface, without a projection screen. This can help anything from storefront windows to classrooms become a hub for messaging and content in the return to reopening.
• Signage for meeting-room booking. With social distancing with us for the foreseeable future, displays for meeting-room booking will be useful. They’ll help ensure safety, manage room occupancy, and keep people out of harm’s way at work. Often, these booking solutions can be integrated into a customer’s existing digital signage system. 
• Outdoor signage, which began with QSRs (quick-serve restaurants), are unique in that they need to withstand the elements — for instance, operating in both freezing and 100+ degree temperatures. Outdoor signage will grow through the form of dvLED (direct-view LED) in applications like sports, hospitality, and outdoor venues looking to bring safer ways to gather outdoors. More outdoor signage will lead to demand for bigger, brighter, and more rugged outdoor AV displays.
• Voice recognition, facial recognition and antimicrobial applications are additional technologies to explore in the movement to reopen. Integrated into digital signage networks, each of these can help customers feel safe interacting with signage again. 

Digital signage is one of the fastest-growing segments of AV, expected to grow from $31 billion in 2020 to $42.7 billion in 2025 (AVIXA 2020 IOTA report). While knowing the growth potential in digital signage is great, that’s only the half of it. To capitalize on the market and offer customers signage solutions for getting back to business, it takes partnerships.

Delivering Fastest in Class Print Speeds,(1) the SureColor T7770D 44-Inch Dual Roll is the First Available Model in All New LineJune 15, 2021 Printers, Professional

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – June 15, 2021 – Epson today introduced a new generation of production-class SureColor^® T-Series wide-format printing solutions with an innovative, compact design. Six new SureColor T-Series 24-, 36- and 44-inch models are slated to launch later this year with the SureColor T7770D 44-inch dual roll printer available first.

Developed from the ground up, the all new SureColor T-Series models include Epson’s latest 2.64-inch PrecisionCore^® printhead which provides outstanding image quality while enabling higher-speed performance than previous generation models. The new, compact industrial design provides a small footprint for space-constrained production environments. The latest models also incorporate a number of new features that improve usability and streamline workflow and media handling, including Adobe^® Embedded Print Engine standard on most models, dual roll capability, a built-in take-up reel for roll-to-roll printing, complete front operation, easy automatic roll loading, and optional, foldable production stackers.

“In today’s production environments, we’ve seen a growing need for solutions that not only deliver fast speeds and functionality, but fit seamlessly into any shop or office, even if space is limited,” said Jacob Hardin, product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson America, Inc. “The T-Series line of printers is a focus for Epson with 13 models in the line already. The new additions deliver production-class performance in a small footprint and come equipped with powerful software to meet the needs of our customers. Built on decades of technology innovation, Epson designed the new SureColor T-Series production solutions to help today’s professionals improve workflows and streamline project delivery.”

The first available SureColor T7770D delivers fastest in class print speeds.¹ Plus, it prints posters and POP displays at speeds over 300 sqft/hr and CAD and technical drawings at production-class speeds over 1400 sqft/hr.²

More about the new SureColor T-Series

The new line delivers a range of features designed to revolutionize business productivity, including:

• Advanced performance – Delivers crisp, detailed, colorful prints using a reliable 2.64-inch PrecisionCore MicroTFP^® printhead, producing remarkable prints at speeds over 1,400 sqft/hr²
• Superior image quality with UltraChrome^® XD3 6-color inks – Includes a new Red ink; produces durable prints with crisp lines and vibrant colors for graphics, signage, blueprints, documents, and more
• Compact design for small spaces – Up to 25 percent smaller than competitors³ with a sleek design that simplifies workflow and features a usable flattop design, complete front operation and small footprint for space constrained environments
• Seamless, dual roll productivity – Included in five new models; accommodates two media types or sizes or the second roll can be used as a take-up reel for roll-to-roll production
• Easy to use and maintain – Configurable 4.3-inch touch screen control panel for simple operation, automated routine maintenance and convenient user self-service for long-term operation
• Adobe Embedded Print Engine – High-speed processing and PDF printing convenience powered by a powerful Adobe Embedded Print Engine with four on-board Intel Atom CPUs; provides up to 3x faster processing of complicated data and accurate printing of transparent layers than previous generations, with PDF RIP resolution up to 1200 dpi⁴
• Epson Cloud Solution PORT – Remotely manage and monitor entire printer fleets cost-effectively with a convenient dashboard on laptops or smart devices, including production rates, page and square foot counters, printer status, and equipment utilization 
• No assembly required – Up and printing in as little as 30 minutes
• Versatile media handling – Print on a wide range of media, including glossy, technical, bond, matte and specialty medias, and rigid posterboard up to 1.5 mm thick
• Versatile connectivity – SuperSpeed USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet or Wi-Fi^® connectivity (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) options to fit virtually any production workflow
• Enhanced security features and IT tools – Over 28 IT security features to assist with data production, communication security, and access control, including IC card option for user control and tracking, SSD Encryption, and IEEE 802.1x
• Expandable Options – Optional adjustable production stacker available in 24-, 36- and 44-inch versions; optional industry-leading capacity 960 GB solid state drive³ to save jobs directly on printer, freeing up bandwidth for repeat jobs

The SureColor T7770D 44-inch dual roll model for $6,945 (MSRP) and the optional 44-inch production stacker for $1,099 (MSRP) will be available beginning of Q4 2021. The forthcoming 44-inch 1.6L ink pack version, 36- and 24-inch versions, as well as additional production stackers available in 24- and 36-inches starting at $749 (MSRP) will be available later in Q4 2021. For additional information, visit https://epson.com/TSeriesProduction.

About Epson

Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to co-creating sustainability and enriching communities by leveraging its efficient, compact, and precision technologies and digital technologies to connect people, things, and information. The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson’s goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050.
Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of around JPY 1 trillion. global.epson.com/

Epson America, Inc., based in Los Alamitos, Calif., is Epson’s regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (twitter.com/EpsonAmerica), YouTube (youtube.com/EpsonAmerica), and Instagram (instagram.com/EpsonAmerica).

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*This product uses only genuine Epson-brand cartridges. Other brands of ink cartridges and ink supplies are not compatible and, even if described as compatible, may not function properly.

1 Compared to similarly featured CAD/Technical printers, A1/D sized prints, in fastest printing mode, priced at $10,000 MSRP (USD) or less based on manufactures’ published specifications and industry available as of May 2021. Actual print times with vary.  Print speeds are based on the print engine speed only. Total throughput time for any print depends on various factors including workstation configuration, file size, print resolution, ink coverage and networking.
2 Actual print times with vary.  Print speeds are based on the print engine speed only. Total throughput time for any print depends on various factors including workstation configuration, file size, print resolution, ink coverage and networking.
3 Compared to similarly featured CAD/Technical printers priced at $10,000 MSRP (USD) or less based on manufacturers’ published specifications and industry available as of May 2021.

4 (At 600×600 dpi, 2 pass). At 300 x 300 dpi with 4 halftone layers.

EPSON, PrecisionCore, SureColor, TFP, and UltraChrome are registered trademarks and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2021 Epson America, Inc. Tags: Epson SureColor T-Series

Why ScanSource?

Because ScanSource is a leading provider of technology products and solutions which combined with our

Epson POS Solutions make it an excellent tool for retail business, restaurants and health facilities.

ScanSource’s breadth of technologies, delivery options, service and support enable partners to be successful. Here’s a snapshot into how…

We’re incredibly excited about the future. We move into it with great confidence, ready to face change head on. And to help you face it the same way.

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News Release
New Epson Minilab Printers Fuel High-Production Creation of
Customized, Small-Format Photos, Graphics and Stationery
SureLab D1070-Series Professional Minilab Photo Printers Offer
Fast, High-Volume Output and Exceptional Quality in a Compact Design
LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – July 14, 2021 – As demand for small-format photos continues to
grow, businesses are looking for a cost-effective way to deliver high-volume custom output
instantly. To meet that need, Epson today announced the SureLab® D1070 and SureLab
D1070DE Minilab Photo Printers – drylab printers built for high-volume photo and graphic
production. Designed for retail, event and e-commerce applications, the SureLab D1070DE
adds a duplex feeder to provide automatic double-sided printing on sheet media to use for
photobooks, greeting cards, invitations, postcards, and more. Ideal for the production photo and
graphics markets, the unique, modern design seamlessly integrates into workflows for maximum
profitability and enables businesses to deliver unique product offerings to customers.
“Small-format, tangible photography and graphics are just as popular as ever as people seek
out personalized photo products and localized graphics and stationery as mementos of special
moments and annual celebrations,” said Aaron Brill, associate product manager, Professional
Imaging, Epson America, Inc. “The SureLab D1070-Series supports a variety of production
environments, including photography labs, retail kiosks and gift shops. And with double-sided
printing on the SureLab D1070DE, applications can be expanded to meet an array of printing
needs previously unavailable in a small-format minilab printer.”
The new SureLab D1070 and D1070DE deliver exceptional print speeds up to 460 4”x6”, 275
5”x7” or 140 8”x10” photos per hour,1 and are up to 10 percent faster than the previous
generation.2 Leveraging an enhanced 6-channel reliable MicroPiezo® printhead, AccuPhoto™
image processing technology and vivid UltraChrome® D6r-S dye-based ink technology, the
printers deliver vibrant, true-to-life images and can accurately reproduce subtle tones in portrait
photos with smooth transitions and crisp, sharp details. When coupled with Epson Genuine
Photo Media, prints are water, smudge and fade resistant.3
Additional features include:

• High-capacity ink packs – UltraChrome D6r-S high-capacity 250 mL ink packs deliver
  wide color gamut; Cartridge-Free Printing can help reduce waste compared to traditional
  cartridge systems
• Versatile media handling – Prints on a wide range of high-capacity roll and double- or
  single-sided sheet media,4 including glossy, luster, matte, and thick card surfaces;
  maximum print width of 8.3 inches and offer BorderFreeTM printing in frame ready sizes
• Easy to operate – New front-facing 1.44-inch LCD panel simplifies print tasks and
  operation; features new nozzle detection and alignment technology for less downtime
  and reliable operation
• Improved connectivity and simplified software – Connect easily to printer over WiFi®, Ethernet or USB using redesigned printer driver for Windows® and Mac®
• Small footprint – Compact size with integrated output tray and high-speed rotary cutter
  is well-suited for photobooths, portrait and event photography
• Built for reliability – Reliable print engine backed by Epson’s U.S.-based support team
  and Epson warranty
• Epson Cloud Solution PORT – Monitor the live status of your entire printer fleet
  regardless of where they are in the world; view output production rates, printer status,
  errors, and more
  Pricing and Availability
  The SureLab D1070 Minilab printer ($2,595 estimated MSRP) will be available in fall 2021 and
  the SureLab D1070DE ($2,995 estimated MSRP) will be available in 2022. A duplex feeder
  ($599 estimated MSRP) will be available for purchase separately to add double-sided printing to
  the SureLab D1070. Both models will offer a standard 1-year Epson PreferredSM Limited
  Warranty and will be available through Epson Authorized Professional Imaging Resellers. For
  more information, visit www.epson.com/minilab.
  About Epson
  Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to co-creating sustainability and enriching
  communities by leveraging its efficient, compact, and precision technologies and digital
  technologies to connect people, things, and information. The company is focused on solving
  societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial
  printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson’s goal is to become carbon negative and
  eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050.
  Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates
  annual sales of around JPY 1 trillion. global.epson.com/
  Epson America, Inc., based in Los Alamitos, Calif., is Epson’s regional headquarters for the
  U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: epson.com. You
  may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (facebook.com/Epson), Twitter
  (twitter.com/EpsonAmerica), YouTube (youtube.com/EpsonAmerica), and Instagram
  (instagram.com/EpsonAmerica).

• This printer is designed for use with Epson genuine cartridges and ink only, not third-party cartridges or ink. For more information,
  see www.epson.com/wideformatink
  1 Product specifications subject to change without notice up until first customer shipment. Print speeds are based on the print
  engine speed only. Total throughput time for any print depends on various factors including workstation configuration, file size, print
  resolution, ink coverage and networking. Actual print speeds will vary.
  2 When compared to the Epson SureLab D870
  3 Smudge, water and fade resistant prints with Epson Genuine Photo Media and Ink only.
  4 Double-sided media compatible with the SureLab D1070DE only
  EPSON, MicroPiezo, SureLab, and UltraChrome are registered trademarks and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered
  logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. BorderFree is a registered trademark, AccuPhoto is a trademark, and Epson Preferred is a
  service mark of Epson America, Inc. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows is either
  a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other product and
  brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in
  these marks. Copyright 2021 Epson America, Inc

Our industry and the market in general, is having supply chain disruptions. Can the industry guarantee supply? No, the industry’s offer will depend on a smooth supply, and this is not happening at the moment because the whole world is lagging in production.

These disruptions are causing your distributors, dealers and resellers to have product inventory and pricing fluctuations.

Because of product inventory and price fluctuations, our industry cannot guarantee that product prices will not increase or that inventory will not change.

Production is taking longer-than-normal delivery times thus many of the products you want or need, are backordered. 

What can you do to ensure you finally receive what you need/require?

In order to mitigate these limitations, Good Guys recommends that you place orders as promptly as possible.

If prices increase following your order or items become unavailable, Good Guys will work with you to see that you receive options that best suit your requirements.
Work with us, talk to us P(336) 905-6933 to determine your needs for the next 3 to 6 months and place your orders in advance so you are in the cue as soon as possible.
Good Guys Imaging Systems is with you all the way until you receive your products, services and solutions. Please be open to consider other products or services, Good Guys can help you determine a similar product or service that complies with your requirements.

Information from IT administrators, executives, private and government offices, politicians and activists are the most vulnerable to security breaches. Today’s subject is about Security. Thus we are now offering the Google Cloud Titan Security Key.

Titan Security Key
Compromised credentials are one of the most common causes of security breaches. Titan Security Keys are phishing-resistant two-factor authentication (2FA) devices that provide the strongest account protection and are recommended for all users at higher risk, including IT administrators, executives, politicians, and activists.
Enhanced account protection
Titan Security Keys implement FIDO standards to provide the strongest protection against automated bots, bulk phishing, and targeted attacks by leveraging public key cryptography to verify your identity and the URL of the login page.
Trusted hardware
Titan Security Keys are built with a hardware chip that includes firmware engineered by Google to verify the key’s integrity. This helps to ensure that the keys haven’t been physically tampered with.
Open ecosystem
Titan Security Keys work with popular browsers and a growing ecosystem of services that support FIDO standards. One security key can be used to authenticate to many work and personal services.

Published by : Google Cloud – ©2019 Google LLC. All rights reserved. Google and the Google logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

Learn more about Titan Security Keys:
g.co/titansecuritykey/

High- Capacity Ink Tank Inkjet Printer – CO2 emissions from consumables reduced by over 160,000 tonnes –

• TOKYO, Japan, October 7, 2020 –

Epson first launched high-capacity ink tank inkjet printers (now known as EcoTank in many markets) in October 2010, in Indonesia. We then steadily expanded the territory over which these printers are sold, expanding to 170 countries and regions by 2019. As a result, cumulative global sales of our high-capacity ink tank inkjet printers recently topped 50 million units. Moreover, by saving on plastic, which is the main component of ink cartridges, we estimate that CO2 emissions were approximately 166,000 tonnes lower than they would have been if all these units had been cartridge printers1.

By first establishing a presence in emerging nations and then making inroads into developed economies, Epson has seen its high-capacity ink tank models account for a growing percentage of the total inkjet market each year. As a result, Epson, which boasts strong brand recognition and an extensive product lineup, has continued to maintain the top share2 in the global high-capacity ink tank printer market for ten consecutive years.

Rapid changes in society touched off changes in the office and education printing environments during the 2020 fiscal year. In all segments, we will continue to offer far lower printing costs than competitors and unrivaled environmental performance to enable our customers to print without having to worry about printing costs and environmental impacts.

1 The size of the reduction in consumables CO2 emissions was calculated by comparing the cumulative number of ink bottles sold up to August 2020 with the number of ink cartridges required to print the same amount and converting them into a CO2 equivalent. CO2 emissions were calculated based on Epson’s evaluation conditions, which take into account the impacts from consumables materials and parts manufacturing. Actual CO2 emissions will vary depending on customer printer use.
What was evaluated: Ink cartridge printer ink cartridges and packaging, and high-capacity ink tank ink bottles and packaging (calculated based on replacement cartridges and ink bottles)

2 In terms of the number of global high-capacity ink tank products sold from 2010 to August 2020. Top share in terms of the number of global ink tank products sold from 2010 to 2019, per research by IDC (Source: IDC’s Quarterly Hardcopy Peripherals Tracker 2020Q2)

*Please note that product names and availability may vary by country and region. Refer to your local Epson sales company site for details:
https://epson.com/

About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to becoming indispensable to society by connecting people, things and information with its original efficient, compact and precision technologies. The company is focused on driving innovations and exceeding customer expectations in inkjet, visual communications, wearables and robotics. Epson is proud of its contributions to realizing a sustainable society and its ongoing efforts to realizing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of more than JPY 1 trillion.
global.epson.com/

News Release published by Epson October 2020