MPSA Task Force Brings Meaning to Managed Print Services

New MPS definition helps end users and providers standardize services, expectations

Mount Laurel, NJ – July 09, 2010 – As the managed print services juggernaut rolls on to its projected $60 billion market size by 2013, one thing has been missing – a definition of this amazing segment. Just what exactly do we mean by “managed print services”?

Background: The Emergence of Managed Print Services  

Over the past 10 years, traditional copier and printer industries have converged, especially with the introduction of multifunction peripherals (MFPs). With the blending of these two hardware-focused industry segments, their products became commoditized. At the same time, users need more help managing their output devices, so a managed services approach to output emerged.

Managed print services (MPS) grew as a business model revolving around servicing end-users’ output needs, not focused on a specific hardware manufacturer. The true MPS provider is a new breed: vendor agnostic and customer focused. Ultimately they are paid for their consulting value, in addition to the tangible products that fulfill the consultation.

Last Updated on Sunday, 01 August 2010 11:16

Managed Print Services Association LinkedIn Group Passes 3,000 Members in Less than Eighteen Months

Mount Laurel, NJ – June 9, 2010  – The Managed Print Services Association (MPSA) announced that the MPSA LinkedIn social networking group has passed the 3,000 member mark, reflecting the phenomenal growth of the Managed Print Services (MPS) industry. The site rocketed to 1,000 members shortly after its launch in January 2009, and has experienced steady growth every since. This parallels the growth of the MPS model, and demonstrates the ongoing need for dynamic contact and communication within the MPS community.

“We believe this is the first social networking site that has played a key role in founding an association - the Managed Print Services Association. It was used to vote on original officers and served as the original communications platform.  The site was founded by Photizo Group, and then turned over to the MPSA to provide a platform to further facilitate the growth of the industry,” stated MPSA President Jim Fitzpatrick.

Last Updated on Thursday, 01 July 2010 17:35

Johan Kosters Elected to Managed Print Services Association Board of Directors

Document Industry veteran pledges focus on MPS business benefits for both end users and service providers

Mount Laurel, NJ – July 1, 2010 – Johan Kosters has been elected to the Managed Print Services Association (MPSA) Board of Directors representing the Independent Consultant segment. MPSA members and current board members took part in the vote.

“On behalf of the MPSA, we are excited to have Johan Kosters participate in a leadership role as a member of the board of directors. It was a tough race among 13 very qualified candidates representing six countries. It demonstrates the international nature of the MPS industry and of MPSA. In fact, over 40 percent of our membership is international,” said MPSA president Jim Fitzpatrick.

MPSA 2010 Election Results: New Board member

Special Thanks to all of our Candidates!

The Managed Print Services Association (MPSA) would like to thank all of our candidates for their your interest and participation during the recent nomination and election process. Their desire to help our industry in a volunteer position is commendable, and they are exactly the type of person we need within our industry.

Last Updated on Sunday, 11 July 2010 12:25

The MPSA announces the formation of Working Committees

The Managed Print Services Association (MPSA) is pleased to announce the formation of working committees to help grow the Managed Print Services industry. The working committees will be focused in four different areas that support the overall objectives of the MPSA and in turn our mutual industry.