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Remanufactured printer cartridges are an excellent way for companies to become more sustainable and meet their Scope 3 #ESG goals. By using remanufactured printer cartridges, companies can reduce their environmental impact while still getting the same quality of print output — or better. Furthermore, these remanufactured cartridges also cost significantly less than new ones, which makes them an attractive option for businesses looking to save money.

The news appears to be dire for the year 2030, when greenhouse gas emissions will be 10% higher than they were in 2010, according to the United Nations. What’s more concerning, however, is that greenhouse gas emissions, also known as indirect emissions, account for at least 70% of every business’s carbon footprint. However, most businesses focus on controlling or eliminating their direct emissions instead.

Most businesses are aware of the need for more #supplierdiversity and for strong environmental, social, and governance #ESG strategies to be put in place for the success of their business — and the global economy. But what about the deep benefits a supplier diversity program can bring to your business, the micro advantages that help companies realize true growth and profitability?

Bellevue, WA — Today, Quality Imaging Solutions (QIS) announced that its remanufactured ink and laser printer cartridges received GreenCircle certifications for both Recycled Content and Closed Loop Product.

Supplier diversity is a business strategy that encourages companies to work with suppliers from different backgrounds and communities. This includes minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, veteran-owned businesses, small businesses, and other disadvantaged groups. The goal of supplier diversity is to create an equal playing field for all suppliers by providing access to opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable. By engaging in supplier diversity efforts, companies can benefit from the unique perspectives and experiences of suppliers from diverse backgrounds who can bring fresh ideas and solutions to the table. Additionally, it helps create a more inclusive workplace environment where employees feel valued and respected.

#Scope3Emissions are a type of emissions that fall under the category of Environmental, Social and Governance #ESG initiatives. These emissions are associated with activities that occur outside an organization’s direct control, but still have an impact on the environment. Scope 3 emissions are divided into three broad areas: indirect energy use, purchased goods and services, and waste generated in operations.

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) is an important concept that has become increasingly popular in the business world. #ESG refers to the three core factors that businesses should consider when making decisions: #environmentalsustainability, #socialresponsibility, and #corporategovernance. By incorporating these elements into their operations, businesses can ensure they are acting responsibly and are doing their part to create a better society. ESG is also important for investors as it helps them assess the long-term performance of companies and make more informed decisions about where to invest their money.

When someone asks you to define ‘trust,’ what comes to mind? Words like safety, confidence, and dependability are likely to rise in your thoughts. Trust in business is based on the same empathetic human principles as it is in our personal lives, and yet building close relationships in a professional capacity remains a challenge for many people in different functional roles.

Today we are going to discuss and share with you three ways to ensure your indirect procurement team has a successful 2023.

There has been an increasing focus on both corporate social responsibility and sustainability as factors in improving brand trust and loyalty in the marketplace. Mostly, that is because more consumers than ever are taking a closer look at the companies with which they do business. In fact, studies show that 70% of consumers are interested in how businesses are working to tackle both social and environmental issues and almost half of them consider these efforts when making purchases from individual businesses.

Supplier diversification does more than just protect your supply chain and make your organization more flexible and agile — it also contributes by adding value to the workplace. This added value results from the overall improvement of the workplace, an improvement that directly supports higher productivity, better performance, and even social advancement. But greatest among the improvements realized through a supplier diversity program is the reduction of costs in your indirect procurement spend. This wide spectrum of advantages is perhaps why American companies have earmarked over $50 billion in funds to both women-owned and minority businesses in the next decade.

With the current focus on #inclusion and #equity spurred by increasing social unrest and economic disillusionment, there has never been a better time to create a strong #supplierdiversityprogram for your organization.

We at Quality Imaging Solutions would like to thank all of our amazing customers and business partners for helping QIS make 2022 a truly memorable and EPIC year!

While corporate direct spend policies are often under a microscope held by C-Suite managers, indirect spending seems to suffer from neglect. This disparate way of managing these two spending categories results in an unfortunate loss of cost savings and an explosion of expenses that can make it difficult for companies to thrive. Especially in today’s teetering economy, it is increasingly important to get indirect expenditures under control.

Indirect spend, while much overlooked, is often a prime area for cost savings — if it is managed correctly.

Spending decisions must be considered carefully in every business, especially in the economically volatile markets that are dominating the current business landscape. Typically, procurement departments use two major categories to define their spending: direct and indirect. While direct spending refers to the purchase of goods and services that are needed to produce a company’s final product, indirect spending is less definitive.

One of the worst global economic declines – also known as The Great Recession – officially began in December 2007 and ran through June of 2009. The complete collapse of the housing market caused this 18-month economic hardship affected not just young adults in their 20s and 30s but also many Americans ages 50 and older as they were all directly or indirectly affected by rising unemployment, falling home values and a decline in the stock market. It is easily seen that all three have already started happening and those who choose to ignore these recession signs will be in for a startling reality check.

Ever wonder what happens when you recycle your empty inkjet or toner cartridge? Watch this video to learn more!