Blackpool Academy School Transforms Print Management with Canon Managed Print Services and PaperCut Secure Printing
Pro Print Solutions is delighted to announce the successful completion of another large-scale Managed Print Services (MPS) installation for a leading academy school in Blackpool. As the North West's trusted Canon Platinum Partner, we specialise in delivering cost-effective school photocopiers, managed print solutions, Canon multifunction printers and PaperCut print management software that help educational establishments reduce costs, improve security and increase operational efficiency.
This latest academy project involved the installation of a fully managed Canon print environment designed to support staff, students and administrators across multiple departments. With increasing pressure on school budgets, the academy required a modern print solution that would provide greater visibility of printing activity, reduce waste, improve document security and deliver long-term cost savings.
Working closely with the school's leadership and IT teams, Pro Print Solutions designed, installed and configured a tailored Canon Managed Print Services solution that delivers enhanced performance, lower running costs and a significantly improved user experience for staff throughout the academy.
Delivering Real Cost Savings for Schools and Academies
One of the primary objectives of the installation was to help the academy reduce unnecessary printing costs and gain greater control over print expenditure. By implementing the latest Canon multifunction photocopiers and centralising print management across the school, the academy now benefits from improved efficiency and reduced operational costs.
The new print infrastructure enables the school to monitor usage, identify areas of waste, optimise device deployment and reduce paper consumption. This proactive approach to print management helps educational institutions achieve substantial annual savings while maintaining a reliable and productive printing environment.
· Reduced printing and copying costs
· Lower energy consumption
· Reduced paper waste
· Improved device reliability
· Centralised fleet management
· Automated meter readings and consumable monitoring
· Better visibility of print activity across the academy
· Improved environmental sustainability
Canon Platinum Partner Supporting Schools Across the North West
As a Canon Platinum Partner, Pro Print Solutions provides schools, academies, colleges and universities with expert advice, industry-leading Canon technology and dedicated support services. Our extensive experience within the education sector allows us to deliver tailored print solutions that address the unique requirements of modern learning environments.
We support educational establishments throughout Blackpool, Fylde Coast, Preston, Blackburn, Lancaster, Manchester, Liverpool, Bolton, Cheshire, Cumbria and Lancashire with Canon photocopiers, managed print services, maintenance contracts and print management software.
PaperCut MF Installation and Secure Print Management
A major part of this deployment involved the installation and configuration of PaperCut MF print management software. Our engineers spent several busy days onsite configuring devices, deploying software, testing user authentication processes and ensuring a seamless transition for teaching and administration staff.
PaperCut MF provides complete control over printing, copying and scanning activities while delivering advanced security features designed specifically for educational environments.
The academy now benefits from:
· Secure print release functionality
· Follow-me printing across multiple Canon devices
· Teacher authentication using staff fobs
· Print tracking and user reporting
· Department-level usage monitoring
· Cost allocation and budgeting controls
· Print quota management
· Reduced abandoned print jobs
· Enhanced GDPR compliance
· Improved document confidentiality
Teachers can securely submit print jobs from any workstation and release them only when they arrive at a Canon device using their staff identification fob. This ensures confidential student information, safeguarding records and administrative documents remain protected at all times while substantially reducing wasted printing.
Secure Scan-to-Email and Digital Workflow Integration
Alongside the PaperCut deployment, Pro Print Solutions configured secure scan-to-email functionality across the academy's Canon multifunction devices. Staff can now quickly scan and distribute documents electronically, reducing administrative workload and supporting more efficient digital workflows.
Our engineers completed comprehensive testing and user configuration to ensure seamless integration with the school's existing network, email systems and security policies.
The solution now enables staff to:
· Scan directly to email securely
· Scan to network folders
· Authenticate using staff credentials
· Share documents more efficiently
· Reduce paper-based administration
· Improve document accessibility
· Support digital transformation initiatives
Professional Installation by Certified Canon Engineers
Every managed print services installation completed by Pro Print Solutions is delivered by experienced Canon-trained engineers and technical specialists. From planning and consultation through to installation, software deployment, staff training and ongoing maintenance, our team ensures every project is completed to the highest standard.
This Blackpool academy installation involved multiple Canon multifunction photocopiers, network integration, secure printing configuration, PaperCut deployment, scan workflow implementation and comprehensive staff training to ensure maximum user adoption and long-term success.
Why Schools Choose Pro Print Solutions
· Canon Platinum Partner accreditation
· School and academy print specialists
· PaperCut MF accredited engineers
· Managed print services experts
· Fast response support throughout the North West
· Competitive education sector pricing
· Fully managed print contracts available
· Advanced secure printing solutions
· GDPR compliance expertise
· Remote monitoring and proactive maintenance
· Dedicated account management
· Outstanding customer service and support
Looking for School Photocopiers, Printers or Managed Print Services?
If your school, academy, college or educational organisation is looking to reduce printing costs, improve document security and modernise its print infrastructure, Pro Print Solutions can help.
We provide Canon photocopiers, multifunction printers, managed print services, PaperCut print management software, secure print solutions, installation, maintenance and ongoing support throughout Blackpool, Lancashire, Manchester, Liverpool, Cheshire, Cumbria and the wider North West.
Contact Pro Print Solutions today on 01254 261173 to discover how our Canon Managed Print Services can help your school reduce costs, improve efficiency and create a more secure and sustainable print environment.
