What Is A Copier Consultant?

Copier Consultants are industry experts, who have extensive knowledge surrounding copier equipment, pricing, contracts, leases, and all the details surrounding procurement and purchasing. Many used to work within the industry and moved over to the other side, and now dedicate themselves to helping clients save time and money.

The use of Copier Consultants is becoming ever more common in the business world, serving businesses of all sizes as well as cities, schools, government entities, military, non-profits, and healthcare – in fact anywhere that copiers are used. Their popularity is growing in large part because of their ability to save their clients significant time and money, in some cases millions of dollars, completely risk-free.

They analyze copier contracts and lease agreements and improve the terms and also find savings. This is the case with existing contacts as well as upcoming renewing or new contracts. They can also help with the purchase of new equipment and services with the best terms and pricing – but most are completely vendor agnostic.

The copier industry can be difficult to navigate, especially for those unaware of the nuances, intricacies, and potential pitfalls. This lack of knowledge can lead to higher costs and premiums paid for printing and copying equipment and services. With a consultant on your side, you can avoid many of these common mistakes.

As the copier industry is unregulated, much of the pricing is less than transparent. Therefore, it’s difficult for the average purchaser to know accurate national and regional pricing and what kind of pricing is achievable. An experienced copier consultant will become your trusted ally and partner and will always represent your best interests versus those of your vendors.

Copier Consultants Save Time

The copier industry is a specialized industry that most people cannot study or learn about in sufficient depth to get the best terms and pricing. The insider secrets known by the consultant are extremely valuable to in representing clients in the marketplace.

When a copier lease comes to an end it’s often the time for negotiation. However, the process can take up valuable time and may only yield positive results, in the form of an improved contract for the few that truly understand the industry and the prevailing pricing. A copier consultant will do this heavy lifting for the client.

Copier Consultants Understand the Fine Print

Time spent researching vendors can get a purchaser a somewhat better price. However, more time will be invested in phone calls and communications to get a quote.

Then it’s time to sit down and hammer out not only pricing for the machines, but the extensive and complicated terms and conditions of the contract.

Copier consultants will take care of this burden for you. They understand the complexities of copier contracts and understand how to negotiate them for the best outcome for their clients.

Copier Consultants Save Money

An effective copier consultant can achieve cost savings of 30-60% for all clients.

If these seem like incredible savings – they are!

The reason is in large part because the consultant can leverage specialized industry knowledge that most buyers don’t have. As mentioned, this applies to contract terms as well as to pricing. Armed with insider this knowledge it’s almost always a positive outcome for the customer.

If a copier consultant can’t save your company money, there is no real downside. A reputable consultant is only paid based on a percentage of savings created so No savings = No cost.

Copier Consultants Provide Transparency

Copier Consultants provide transparency because that is what they are incentivized to do. They are not trying to sell you copier products or services, but rather know-how and insider knowledge to save their clients time and money.

By clearly explaining the terms and small print in the terms and conditions of the contract, and by performing a thorough analysis of usage and client requirements, the client is able to make more informed decisions. In leveraging and presenting national competitive pricing for all products, transparency is also the keyword.

Summary

How can a copier consultant help your company? In short, copier consultants are a full-service consultant that leverages copier industry insider knowledge to bring time and cost savings to your company. They work for you and are incented to maximize your savings, versus trying to sell you anything.

They also make sure to keep all vendors in check ensuring that you are getting the best deal on your copier contracts and leasing agreement. Some advantages include:

  • Potential savings of 30% – 60%.
  • National pricing and buying power.
  • No upfront cost. The consultant is paid from the savings they generate.
  • You don’t have to change existing vendors.
  • An expert advocate providing ongoing support.

At Churchill Commercial Funding we have partnered with the premier national firm providing this proprietary cost reduction service.

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