TOP MPS COMPANIES | 4 MIN READ
As an established managed print services provider in the United States, we are often asked our opinion of other providers in our market. The question of who the best managed print service companies are in the US is on many of our potential customers' minds.
Because we believe strongly in answering the questions our customers ask, we have created (in alphabetical order) a list of the top MPS providers in the United States. We placed these MPS providers under the microscope to create our 2022 list.
Standard Office Systems has been in the business of servicing copiers, printers, and other office technology for over 50 years, so we understand what it takes to be a great MPS provider. If we didn’t, we wouldn’t still be here after all this time.
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How We Created the List
You might be wondering why we would share a list of our competitors to a potential customer? The answer is simple: we are in the business of helping people find the best solutions for their company.
If it is us, great!
If not, then we are happy knowing we had a small part in making that goal a reality for you. But in an effort to avoid bias, we chose to leave our company off the list.
There aren't that many managed print providers out there to choose from, though (at least, not true MPS providers). Still, how do you know how to choose between them? The answer will depend on your organization's needs.
On list has been broken down with the following information to help you better decide which provider is best to start a conversation:
- Online reviews
- Competitive pricing
- High machine reliability
- National service capabilities
Online Reviews
More than likely, you have looked at some of these reviews and noticed a trend with companies that receive a low overall rating. Online reviews offer a glimpse into what customers and employees think of a business.
It's important to note that because these businesses have B2B customers, most of them will not have as many reviews as, say, a product on Amazon.
Competitive Pricing
This shouldn't be the number one consideration when deciding which MPS provider to partner with, but pricing is an important factor that must be considered. Companies listed in our list have proven themselves to remain competitive with their pricing, while still delivering a quality product.
High Machine Reliability
All print devices are not created equal, though it is important to note that a machine with +A reliability with -B service and support, will be a -B machine.
National Service Capabilities
This consideration eliminate many local dealers. Smaller dealers do have the ability to service machines from across the country through the Dealer Network, however, a true MPS provider will have enough locations within its organization to offer better control over the quality of the service provided.
2022 Top MPS Providers in the US
Note: There are many manufacturers on this list, and to better understand how your needs will match, please take a moment to read our article on the differences between copier dealers and manufacturers.
Listed alphabetically
Canon
Founded: 1937
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
Canon is a Japanese multinational corporation headquartered in Ota City, Tokyo, Japan. At the publishing of this article, Canon currently leads the imaging device market when compared to all other manufacturers.
Flex Technology Group
Founded: 2005
Headquarters: Mesa, AZ
Flex Technology Group is the largest, privately owned managed print services provider in the United States, and is able to offer brand flexibility by being able to service brands like Canon, Sharp, HP, Ricoh, and Konica Minolta.
HP
Founded: 1998
Headquarters: Palo Alto, CA
Headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, Hewlett Packard Enterprises is an American multinational enterprise information technology company.
Konica Minolta
Founded: 2003
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
Konica Minolta is a Japanese multinational company headquartered in Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo, with office in 49 countries worldwide.
Ricoh
Founded: 1936
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
The Ricoh Company, is a Japanese multinational imaging and electronics company. It was founded by the now-defunct commercial division of the Institute of Physical and Chemical Research known as the Riken Concern.
Sharp
Founded: 1912
Headquarters: Sakai, Osaka, Japan
Sharp Corporation is a Japanese multinational corporation that designs and manufactures electronic products.
