Let’s face it, your business probably can’t remember the last time it used that old fax machine sitting in the corner. It’s taking up precious time, money, and resources that could be reinvested into other parts of your business. Don’t believe us? Here are three reasons why you should ditch the fax machine.
No matter how you look at it, the fax machine is outdated, and you’re probably losing more money than you realize. In fact, you probably have technology that can functionally accomplish the same goals.
You’re Probably Paying for a Dedicated Landline
That fax machine is taking up a dedicated phone line, which means you’re paying for a line that is probably not seeing much use, if any at all. It’s also worth thinking about how that’s one line that is limited in its ability to accept calls, which means it could be contributing to lost sales. You can accomplish everything your fax machine can over the Internet without worrying about this problem. The connection doesn’t impact communications and you can safely eliminate the fax phone line without giving up too much.
While we’re on the topic, ditch your phone provider and adopt a Voice over Internet Protocol solution (VoIP); get in touch with us to learn more about how you can eliminate costs further and save money.
You’re Losing Money on Ink and Toner
You might be wondering how much your business can actually stand to lose from ink, paper, and toner, and the answer is, “a LOT.” In fact, it’s not even just the fax machine; it’s your entire physical printing infrastructure. The fax machine is a great reminder that you can save money by moving in the paperless direction. Good news—we have plenty of solutions that can help you cut these costs out of your budget entirely.
You’re Getting Charged for Maintenance and Upkeep
While no piece of technology is bulletproof, your fax machine is going to cost your business a hefty repair bill if you have to call someone in for an on-site visit. Your fax machine could also create other downtime-related incidents and lost productivity—and of course you also have all the little tasks that take up time, like replacing the ink and toner, restocking paper, fixing paper jams, sending and receiving faxes, filing paperwork, and so on… It all adds up, and it can eat into your company’s budget and your employees’ time.
In case you haven’t caught on yet, we’re not fans of the fax machine, and your business shouldn’t be either. There are better ways to receive and send documents these days, plain and simple. We recommend you ditch the physical fax machine in favor of a virtual solution. GeekBox IT can help you implement the right tools for your business. Learn more by calling today at (336) 790-1000.