What Is a Toner Pirate?

Toner pirates are scam artists whose goal is to talk unsuspecting office staff into purchasing replacement toner that is low-quality or sometimes non-existent. They may call and tell you that the price of toner is about to go up and encourage you to place a large order to save money. They might also offer you a special discount on your order, or offer you free bonus toner cartridges.

How Do Toner Pirates Get Your Information?

They do research about your business and employees, and then call claiming to be your toner supplier. Two of the primary methods toner pirates use when calling are to say they are updating their records, or they want to send you free updated manuals for your copiers. They will then ask for the model numbers of your copiers

How to Avoid Toner Pirate Scams

The best way to avoid these scams is to take advantage of your print providers managed print services. Managed print services keep you safe and informed by helping you understand your print environment. They will teach you how to see through the scams.

Another way to stay safe is to ask for a phone number so you can call them back before placing any orders. Toner pirates will generally give up at that.

It is also important to keep your employees up-to-date on the latest scams as most scam artists are always coming up with new ways to take advantage of people.  

Are you looking to add some excitement to your holiday office party this year? We’ve got some great ideas for activities that will make your party one to remember.

Have a Gingerbread Office Making Contest

You can put a workplace spin on this traditional favorite by having your staff make gingerbread offices, or gingerbread cubicles. Be creative and adapt the theme to something that matches your work environment. If you have a large staff, you can divide into teams of two to four people.

Supplies

• Graham crackers (while not traditional, they require no advance preparation)
• Icing
• Mini marshmallows
• Gum drops
• Life Savers
• Mini candy canes
• M & M’s
• Assorted candies

The Competition

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Deck the Halls with these Excellent December Deals    

You can save up to 30% off or more this December on office supplies, equipment and furniture to help you organize, clean and light up your office for the new year. From storage boxes to brooms, to coffee, clocks and lamps, we have got you covered. Happy Holidays!

Office Supply Specials

Universal String/Button Storage Box, Letter, Fiberboard, White, 12/Carton. Save assembly time with this light-duty box. Sturdy corrugated construction for strength and value. String-and-button tie closure securely stores box contents. Includes 12 storage boxes.

Regularly $97.93/Carton    Now $71.99/Carton
Legal   Regularly $135.69/Carton    Now $96.29/Carton

Locking File Chest, Letter/Legal, 17 1/2 x 14 x 12 1/2, Black. You’ll have worry-free protection when you store and transport your files, valuables and other essentials in these sturdy cases. Combination locks provide convenient security. Chrome steel corners and aluminum body trim provide extra strength. Built-in rails accommodate hanging files. Label holder makes for easy identification of contents. Very Portable. Rubber feet prevent surface scuffing.

Regularly $65.44/Each   Now $39.74/Each

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Why a Loud Office is a Poor Office

With an office full of hard surfaces, sounds tend to reverberate, similarly to echoes that you would hear from noises in a cave. The situation only worsens when people talk louder so they can hear each other over the echoes. The sound of office equipment adds to the noise level too. [Read more…] about How to Improve Office Acoustics

Over the last several months we’ve been working diligently to create a fresh, new look for the Dunn’s Business Solutions website and brand. Just in the time for the new year, we’ve finally completed the process and are thrilled to have a website that will serve you even better.

Now you can easily access our online shop and get more information about equipment manuals, drivers, downloads and more. Plus, don’t forget to check back regularly for beneficial tips, tutorials and news that will help keep you and your business informed and up-to-date on important business-related topics.