Karen Kaye Ong
Category Sales Specialist - Print
Back-to-School Printing: Helping Schools Start the Year Right
As the back-to-school season ramps up, schools are preparing for one of their busiest periods of the year. From classroom resources and lesson plans to administration paperwork and student communications, print volumes increase significantly. This creates a timely opportunity for education-focused print partners to support schools with solutions that are efficient, reliable, and cost-conscious.
Schools are under constant pressure to do more with limited budgets, making dependable printing infrastructure a priority rather than a luxury. Offering the right printing solutions at the right time can help educational institutions streamline operations, control costs, and focus on what matters most—teaching and learning.
Kyocera Solutions Built for Education Environments
Kyocera’s TASKalfa and ECOSYS ranges are purpose-built to meet the demands of busy school environments, where high print volumes, uptime, and predictable costs are critical.
The TASKalfa multifunction range is well suited to larger schools and campuses requiring high performance and long-term reliability. Known for their long-life components and low total cost of ownership, TASKalfa devices deliver consistent print quality while minimising maintenance interruptions—ideal for environments that can’t afford downtime during term time.
The ECOSYS range, meanwhile, offers a strong fit for schools prioritising efficiency and sustainability. With Kyocera’s cartridge-free laser technology, these devices eliminate the need for drum replacements when toner runs out, reducing maintenance complexity and ongoing waste. This makes ECOSYS an attractive option for schools seeking practical, environmentally responsible printing without sacrificing performance.
Helping Schools Control Colour Printing Costs
Colour printing is essential in education—but unmanaged colour usage can quickly blow out budgets. Kyocera’s Tiered Colour System provides a smarter approach by charging based on how much colour is actually used on each page.
Instead of paying a flat colour rate, pages are automatically classified into cost tiers depending on coverage. Simple documents with a logo cost less than full-colour graphics, helping schools significantly reduce overall print spend across the year. This feature is a strong conversation starter when schools are reviewing budgets ahead of a new academic year.
Supporting Sustainability Goals in Education
Sustainability continues to be a key priority for schools, driven by both policy and community expectations. Kyocera’s ECOSYS philosophy aligns closely with these goals through energy-efficient operation, reduced consumables, and minimal e-waste.
Beyond device design, Kyocera takes a lifecycle approach to sustainability—covering manufacturing, usage, and end-of-life recycling. Through certified recycling programs, more than 90% of materials are diverted from landfill, making Kyocera a compelling option for schools looking to reduce their environmental footprint while maintaining operational efficiency.
Security and Compliance Schools Can Rely On
With increasing emphasis on data protection and student privacy, secure printing is no longer optional. Kyocera devices include advanced security features such as secure print release, ensuring documents are only printed when authorised users authenticate at the device.
This protects sensitive information, reduces the risk of data breaches, and cuts down on uncollected print jobs—an important benefit in busy school offices and shared staff areas.
Backed by Alloys: Confidence from Supply to Support
Alloys supports education-focused print opportunities with a broad Kyocera portfolio and decades of industry experience. With local distribution centres, flexible credit options, and dedicated support teams, Alloys helps partners respond quickly to back-to-school demand.
From product access and logistics to technical support and warranty services, Alloys makes it easier to deliver reliable print solutions that meet the real-world needs of schools—especially during peak seasonal periods.
A Smart Back-to-School Opportunity
As schools prepare for the year ahead, now is the ideal time to introduce printing solutions that deliver long-term value. Kyocera’s TASKalfa and ECOSYS ranges, combined with Alloys’ end-to-end support, provide a strong foundation for addressing education print challenges—helping schools reduce costs, improve efficiency, and meet sustainability and security expectations.
Back-to-school isn’t just a busy season—it’s a chance to build lasting education relationships with solutions that perform well beyond the first term.
