Hi Bruce!

Last week I read an article on why color documents are more effective than black and white ones.   The article was supported with white paper from our friends at Ricoh.  The white paper provides trend information and analysis in regard to color output.   In the end, the information showcases that the power of color is undeniable and its power is particularly well-suited for the printed document.  Here's why -

• Color enhances communication.
• Color increases accuracy.
• Color improves your image.
• Color sells.

To learn more as to why the demand for color output is rising, download the white paper at http://blogs.zdnet.com/doc/?p=786.

Did you know that 90% of all companies do not know how many printers they have or if they are properly utilizing their print assets?  Consider that companies spend 1-3% of their annual revenues on imaging technology;  that 23% of all IT/help desk calls are printing or copy related; or that annual print volumes are increasing on average of 11%.  With that said, print is often overlooked and is just as important as facilities, telecommunications and IT networks. 

On Halloween, GFI Digital enjoyed the opportunity to spend time with children from the Herbert Hoover Boys & Girls Club at the St. Louis Blues hockey game.  Several of the children dressed up in costumes as they enjoyed Halloween cookies, cupcakes and "Trick or Treat" bags filled with candy.  The children also received gift bags filled with autographed Blues merchandise and memorabilia courtesy of the St. Louis Blues 14 Fund - the charitible trust of the Blues organization.

The Herbert Hoover Boys & Girls Club provides a safe place for children to learn and grow. Their mission is to inspire and enable youth ages 6 to 18 to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. For more information, please visit www.hhbgc.org.