📊 Rising printing costs in schools: how to effectively reduce your budget?
In recent years, French schools have seen a steady increase in printing costs. According to the annual report of the Confédération Syndicale des Familles (CSF), school expenses have increased by an average of 6.88%, including a surge in the price of supplies: +30% for glue, +15% for pencil sharpeners, and +23% for adhesive tape. While these figures primarily concern stationery, they also reflect the general upward trend in education-related products—including printing.
Fortunately, there are simple and effective solutions to reduce this expense without sacrificing the quality of your educational materials. Here are our tips 👇:
📌 7 tips for managing the printing budget of educational establishments:
1️⃣ Use high-capacity consumables
Opt for high-capacity (XL) cartridges and toners: while they may cost more upfront, their price per page is much more advantageous. For example, an HP XL cartridge can reduce printing costs by 30% per page compared to a standard cartridge.
2️⃣ Choose compatible or reconditioned consumables
High-quality compatible or remanufactured cartridges can save 40 to 60% on your printing budget. This economical and responsible solution has been endorsed by many institutions.
3️⃣ Optimize print settings
Set your printers to draft mode for internal printing and prioritize double-sided printing. The result: up to 50% ink and paper savings.
4️⃣ Maintain printers regularly
Well-maintained equipment (cleaning print heads, checking cartridges, updating drivers) prevents breakdowns and increases the lifespan of your machines. Fewer malfunctions also mean fewer unexpected costs.
5️⃣ Develop digital media
Favor electronic documents and educational platforms to limit unnecessary printing. Consuming less paper means better budget management and a gesture for the planet.
6️⃣ Pool purchases and negotiate prices
By consolidating orders between establishments or negotiating agreements with suppliers, you can obtain preferential rates and advantageous conditions.
7️⃣ Raise awareness and train staff
Introduce teachers and administrative staff to good printing practices: limit color printing, print only the essentials, favor group printing... small gestures which, added up, make a real difference over the year.
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👉 Want to find out more or get a personalized quote for your establishment?
Contact us at cartoucheverte.fr or info@cartoucheverte.fr — our team will be happy to advise you.
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