Setting up a new SME office: getting a copier without a big upfront cost

Sindoh Malaysia · Updated

Many new SMEs rent rather than buy, so there is no large upfront payment, and servicing, toner and parts can be covered. Start with a machine sized to your current team, pick a plan billed per page, and make sure it has an upgrade option for when you grow.

Why many SMEs rent

  • No large purchase to fund at the start.
  • Servicing, toner and parts can be included, so there are no surprise repair bills.
  • Costs are predictable from month to month.
  • You can move to a bigger machine as the team grows.

Read renting vs buying for the full comparison.

Start with the right size

A small team rarely needs a 55-ppm machine. A 25 or 35-ppm A3 colour MFP such as the Sindoh D5000 Series, rated for 4,000 to 20,000 pages a month, covers most growing offices. See how fast a copier you need.

One machine, several jobs

An MFP prints, copies and scans, so you don’t need a separate printer and scanner. Scan-to-email and scan-to-folder help you run a paper-light office from day one.

Questions to ask before you sign

  • What exactly is included: toner, parts, servicing, training?
  • How are pages billed, and is there a minimum?
  • How long is the term, and can I upgrade?
  • How quickly do you respond to a breakdown in my area?

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Quick answers

Can a new company rent a copier?

Usually, yes. Many new businesses rent so they avoid an upfront purchase. The supplier will tell you what they need to set up an agreement.

What size copier does a small office need?

For most small teams, a 25 to 35 ppm MFP is enough. Size it to your monthly page count and busiest periods.

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