New York, July 13, 2010 - Mimeo.com, the leading online printing and distribution company announced today that it has been selected by Optimum System Products to provide document management technology, production, distribution and fulfillment services for their community banks, banking associations, customers and partners.
The new program makes it possible for Optimum customers to utilize all aspects of the Mimeo platform, including front-end applications, printing capabilities and distributing capabilities. The move by Optimum is part of the company's ongoing initiative to be a "one stop shop" for the supplies and printing needs of community banks.
"We see this partnership as an opportunity to use our joint experience to meet the unique needs of the Community Banking industry," said Adam Slutsky, CEO of Mimeo.com. "With the Mimeo Open Platform, Optimum will be able to offer community banks the same services that are now utilized by Mimeo's Fortune 100 banking customers without incurring the capital expense and risk associated with building a home grown digital print solution."
Optimum CEO and co-founder John Martin added, "Our goal at Optimum System Products is to bring the latest digital print and online document management services to our customers so that they can continue to compete effectively with larger banks. By combining our OptimumNet web tool with the Mimeo Open Platform, we expect that our customers will see immediate productivity and efficiency gains as they transition to these new solutions."
Optimum's print on demand solutions, including online document building and proofing tools, kitting, and multi location distribution services, are available now to all Optimum customers. These new solutions are supported by the customer care team from both companies. Mimeo will also provide additional training and marketing support, along with 24/7 customer care support as needed.
Visit www.mimeo.com for more information about Mimeo and www.optimumsystem.com for more information about Optimum.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Print Grows Trees!
One of the great things about print is that the form of energy we use is incredibly renewable. When forests are responsibly managed, print has little to no environmental impact--in fact, paper manufacturers can actually contribute to the number of trees we have.
Additionally, paper is far more biodegradable than plastic or many of the other materials we use day-to-day.
That's when I was really excited when I saw the t-shirt that we'll be giving out at the Ohio State Fair in a few weeks! It looks AMAZING and I can't wait for you guys to see it--I'll be posting a picture soon. :-) In the mean time, check out http://www.printgrowstrees.com/ to learn more about sustainability.
Disagree? Concerns? Questions? Tips on other ways to be sustainable? Leave me a comment! I would LOVE to hear from you. :-)
Additionally, paper is far more biodegradable than plastic or many of the other materials we use day-to-day.
That's when I was really excited when I saw the t-shirt that we'll be giving out at the Ohio State Fair in a few weeks! It looks AMAZING and I can't wait for you guys to see it--I'll be posting a picture soon. :-) In the mean time, check out http://www.printgrowstrees.com/ to learn more about sustainability.
Disagree? Concerns? Questions? Tips on other ways to be sustainable? Leave me a comment! I would LOVE to hear from you. :-)
Friday, June 25, 2010
5 Easier Ways to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
We've all heard "reduce, reuse, recycle." But how many of us actually do it? Let's fact it, recycling can be inconvenient and many of us feel like we don't have the time or energy to do it. Thing is, recycling isn't just about the environment--it's also about people. Often trash gets sent to areas that are already struggling and the people that live there have to deal with the stench and sanitation issues that come from unsightly mounds of trash. So, it's really important to try to reduce the amount of trash we send to landfills as much as possible.
Thankfully, it's starting to become easier. Here are 5 easy ways to recycle:
1) Buy a toothbrush made out of yogurt cups. Plastic is one of the most important things to recycle since it doesn't break down in landfills. Unfortunately, most recycling centers don't take polypropylene (commonly referred to as #5 plastic), the plastic used to make yogurt cups, cottage cheese containers, and vitamin containers.
So, a company called Preserve will take these yogurt cups and turn them into an attractive, effective toothbrush. The container is also an envelope so whenever you buy a new toothbrush you simply drop your old one in the envelope and mail it in so the cycle can continue!
You can buy Preserve Toothbrushes at Whole Foods or Target or online at preserveproducts.com (Preserve also makes other products like plates and measuring cups).
While we're on the subject, drop your yogurt cups and other #5 plastic off in boxes at a variety of Whole Foods locations across the country.
2) Shop second-hand. This is my new favorite thing. It's socially responsible and easy on your wallet. If you're willing to dig a little, Goodwill often has items that are in excellent quality for very little; Goodwill's stores are also usually fairly clean and the money you spend there help provide jobs for people who need them most.
If thrifting isn't your style, try consignment shops or other local resale stores. I've been looking for a new purse for a while (I'm extremely picky about my purses) and the other day I found a London Fog satchel purse (new retail would be between $125 and $200) in fantastic condition for $18 at local Columbus resale store Rag-O-Rama. Amazon.com and Craig's List also have a variety of used goods available for purchase.
3) Opt for larger containers as opposed to single serving containers. I know the single serving containers are convenient, but they generate a ton of trash and you usually end up paying more for them.
5) If you don't have curbside pick-up, use therecyclingcenterinfo.com to find a recycling center near you. Pair your recycling drop-off with another weekly errand, like going to the grocery store. That way you don't have to try to remember to make a special trip.
Have other tips I didn't mention? Leave a comment below! I'd love to hear them.
For ways Optimum Companies, Optimum System Products, and Optimum Print Solutions are going green, visit http://www.optimumcompanies.com/ProEnvironmentPolicy.html
Thankfully, it's starting to become easier. Here are 5 easy ways to recycle:
1) Buy a toothbrush made out of yogurt cups. Plastic is one of the most important things to recycle since it doesn't break down in landfills. Unfortunately, most recycling centers don't take polypropylene (commonly referred to as #5 plastic), the plastic used to make yogurt cups, cottage cheese containers, and vitamin containers.
So, a company called Preserve will take these yogurt cups and turn them into an attractive, effective toothbrush. The container is also an envelope so whenever you buy a new toothbrush you simply drop your old one in the envelope and mail it in so the cycle can continue!
You can buy Preserve Toothbrushes at Whole Foods or Target or online at preserveproducts.com (Preserve also makes other products like plates and measuring cups).
While we're on the subject, drop your yogurt cups and other #5 plastic off in boxes at a variety of Whole Foods locations across the country.
2) Shop second-hand. This is my new favorite thing. It's socially responsible and easy on your wallet. If you're willing to dig a little, Goodwill often has items that are in excellent quality for very little; Goodwill's stores are also usually fairly clean and the money you spend there help provide jobs for people who need them most.
If thrifting isn't your style, try consignment shops or other local resale stores. I've been looking for a new purse for a while (I'm extremely picky about my purses) and the other day I found a London Fog satchel purse (new retail would be between $125 and $200) in fantastic condition for $18 at local Columbus resale store Rag-O-Rama. Amazon.com and Craig's List also have a variety of used goods available for purchase.
3) Opt for larger containers as opposed to single serving containers. I know the single serving containers are convenient, but they generate a ton of trash and you usually end up paying more for them.
- Get a Brita or similar water filter and a reusable water bottle so you can stop buying water bottles. If you use your bottle to drink water, you don't even have to wash it frequently. I really like Klean Kanteen's bottles because they're easy to clean and I like to mix up protein shakes in my water bottles. They're also extremely safe and don't let strange flavors seep into your drink. You can also use the bottle for juice, soda, whatever it is that you drink regularly.
- Instead of buying juice boxes for your kids, buy your child a small waterbottle or, if they're younger, this sippy from Klean Kanteen
- Invest in some good, dishwasher safe reusable food containers and stop buying disposable ones. Preserve also makes these from recycled yogurt cups.
5) If you don't have curbside pick-up, use therecyclingcenterinfo.com to find a recycling center near you. Pair your recycling drop-off with another weekly errand, like going to the grocery store. That way you don't have to try to remember to make a special trip.
Have other tips I didn't mention? Leave a comment below! I'd love to hear them.
For ways Optimum Companies, Optimum System Products, and Optimum Print Solutions are going green, visit http://www.optimumcompanies.com/ProEnvironmentPolicy.html
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