When your team in Halifax, St. John’s, Moncton, Charlottetown—or anywhere in between—needs to print customer contracts, scan signed agreements, copy floorplans, and even fax purchase orders, juggling four separate machines simply isn’t practical. That’s why all-in-one printers (also called multifunction printers or MFPs) have become a cornerstone of modern Atlantic Canadian offices. They merge print, scan, copy, and (optionally) fax into one networked device, saving precious floor space and simplifying maintenance.
But the hardware is only half the story; having a local partner who understands your workflow, ships supplies overnight across four provinces, and can dispatch certified technicians to your site makes all the difference. Atlantic Business Interiors (ABI), the region’s long-time workspace specialist and an authorized HP print & workflow dealer, fills that role.
Why All-in-One Printers matter in Atlantic Canada
| Challenge in Atlantic Canada | How an All-in-One Helps |
|---|---|
| Distributed teams & remote branches spread across multiple provinces | One device per site streamlines IT oversight; ABI’s HP Smart Fleet monitoring can auto-ship toner before you run out |
| Tight office footprints in downtown cores | Consolidate 4+ devices into a single MFP—freeing up valuable square footage |
| Variable weather & shipping delays | Fewer consumables (one set of cartridges) and ABI’s same-day service from five Atlantic locations keep downtime minimal atlanticbusinessinteriors.caatlanticbusinessinteriors.ca |
| Sustainability goals | HP’s energy-efficient designs plus ABI’s “You Print, We Plant” reforestation initiative offset paper usage |
Quick Checklist
How to choose the Right All-in-One
- Monthly Page Volume: Estimate pages printed + scanned; pick a duty cycle that’s 20–30 % higher.
- Media Needs: Do you need tabloid (11″×17″), envelopes, or labels?
- Security Level: Require PIN/PIV card release or encrypted hard drive?
- Total Cost of Ownership: Compare cost-per-page, not just purchase price.
- Local Support: Confirm your dealer stocks parts and consumables locally (ABI does).
Core Functions (and why they matter)
- High-Quality Printing – From color marketing collateral to black-and-white invoices.
- Duplex Scanning & Copying – Capture both sides of a contract in one pass; route PDFs straight to SharePoint or cloud storage.
- Mobile & Cloud Connectivity – Print from HP Smart app or AirPrint while travelling between client sites.
- Security & Compliance – PIN-release and encrypted hard drives keep sensitive data (think government RFPs) protected.
Three HP All-in-Ones ABI Recommends for Atlantic Workspaces
| Use Case | Model (Available via ABI) | Why It Fits |
|---|---|---|
| Small / Home Offices | HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e | Fast for its size (≈ 23 ppm), single-pass duplex scanning, and low cost-per-page—ideal for consultants or hybrid teams |
| Creative Teams & Wide-Format Documents | HP OfficeJet Pro 9730e | Prints up to 11″×17″ (A3), dual trays (500-sheet total) for letter + tabloid, and robust Wi-Fi/Ethernet connectivity—perfect for architects and marketing agencies |
| High-Volume Departments | HP Color LaserJet Enterprise Flow MFP 5800zf | Enterprise-grade: 45 ppm, 100 ipm dual-head duplex scanner, larger 8″ touchscreen, and built-in fax—built for finance, HR, and shared print rooms |
All models integrate with HP Wolf Security hardware encryption and can be enrolled in HP’s Instant Ink / Managed Toner programs to flatten supply budgets.
ABI’s Office Technology Consultants offer free print-workflow assessments, typically saving Atlantic Canadian firms 20–30 % on annual printing costs while cutting energy usage. Book your consultation today and experience how an HP all-in-one, supported by ABI, can simplify operations from Saint John to Sydney.
Questions? Drop us a line or visit one of our regional showrooms for a live demo.