Streamlined, faster, cost-effective, and sustainable printing capabilities – all with one integrated digital system.
St Leonards School required a sustainable and future-proof digital print solution that would be suitable for a busy educational environment that still relied on print to a certain extent. Carbon engaged in initial conversations and addressed the school’s challenges through a comprehensive study of its current print structure and proposal of a new fit-for-purpose transition to a more modern workplace.
Challenge.
The Carbon digital workplace experts commenced a process of educating the educators by, firstly, developing a good working relationship with the school’s senior leadership. Fostering connections with the senior team, as well as office and teaching staff, was crucial to build trust and confidence in the capabilities of new print technology. Presentations were delivered to school staff on the cutting-edge features of inkjet devices that would lead the school into a new digital print era, while also recognising the need for conventional print methods, but with a much more sustainable approach.
Background.
St Leonards School, one of the UK’s leading independent schools located in St Andrews, faced issues with service and support levels from a previous print manufacturer, leading to less efficient and reliable machines.
The collaboration with Carbon kicked off in March 2023 when the company delivered a comprehensive report, highlighting the benefits of its proposed, bespoke solution, including in-depth analysis to deliver an impactful statement of energy savings and reduced CO2 emissions data.
Our Solution.
The first step in the project delivery was to demonstrate the efficiency of the service in practice. To address initial uncertainty with the new system, a trial printer was installed to demonstrate a more sustainable print environment and to showcase Carbon’s suite of workflow solutions. And the results were clear, leading to the complete switch over to the new and innovative print solution.
Carbon installed 24 new devices, including C579s printers in classrooms and larger Epson AMC series printers in the reprographics department. The team introduced the Paper Cut print management solution, allowing staff to monitor printing activities, secure the process, and ensure energy savings.
Further, Carbon installed a digital visitor management solution – a comprehensive system designed for educational institutions to streamline visitor sign-in processes, ensure GDPR compliance, and provide essential features such as tracking late arrivals, safeguarding, and fire safety.
Benefits.
Following implementation, a review conducted in January 2024 revealed 100% customer satisfaction. The sustainability report was adjusted based on actual print volumes since July 2023, demonstrating the tangible benefits and cost savings.
The Paper Cut solution also aligns with the school’s ESG goals, offering gamification features for environmental awareness.
This campaign cemented Carbon’s link with the education sector, showcasing the success of its print management solution and future-proof digital options for a safe and secure modern-day school environment.
92%
sustainability savings
8 tonnes
estimated reduction in CO2 emissions over 5 years
5,703 hours
saved on print waiting times
29,186 kWh
savings on electricity over the life of the agreement
With the trusted support of Carbon, we have significantly reduced our environmental impact and established a more sustainable, cost-effective printing environment at St Leonards School. Prioritising sustainability has not only resulted in financial savings but has also enhanced our energy efficiency, contributing to a brighter future for our students and the planet.”
Head of IT Services at St Leonards School, Calum Race